Civic Engagement Coordinator
Bard College Berlin invites applications for a
Civic Engagement Coordinator
to support the operation of BCB’s vibrant Civic Engagement Office, including community outreach in Pankow and Berlin, and on-campus programming for students and the college community in areas such as Human Rights and Global Justice, Sustainability and Climate, or Arts and Society. The Coordinator should be prepared to work in person at the university campus. This is a part-time (20 hours per week) position.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with Civic Engagement student projects and wider Civic Engagement initiatives
- Offering logistical support for Civic Engagement events (booking rooms, catering, conceptual planning)
- Communicating Civic Engagement opportunities internally and externally
- Supporting the existing Civic Engagement programming, contributing to the planning and implementation of programming on the BCB campus and in Berlin
- Contributing to BCB’s Pankow and Berlin community profile and community partnerships
- Attending neighborhood meetings and occasional attendance of local network meetings in the area of civic engagement/democratic life/anti-racism
- Collaborating with network partners on Civic Engagement initiatives
- Other duties as necessary and appropriate
Requirements
- Completion of BA degree
- Fluency in English and German
- Previous experience in civic or community engagement
- Comfort with numbers, budgeting, and use of spreadsheets
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- German work authorization
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of liberal arts education principles
- Experience in international education
This is a part-time (20 hours per week) position, with an ideal start date of 1 August 2025. The application deadline is June 13, 2025. Interviews will be held the week of June 24 - June 27, 2025.
To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter and references to
[email protected] with “Civic Engagement Coordinator” in the subject line. Please send your documents in PDF format, ideally combined into one single PDF file attachment.
About UsBard College Berlin combines the ideals and formats of US-American liberal arts education with the governance structure and research profile of a German university. A not-for-profit private institution in the public interest, the college is committed to civic and social engagement. With its residential campus and highly international community, BCB fosters dialogue and exchange across distinctive cultural and social backgrounds. As a unique institution in Germany, the college cultivates close ties with other organizations (higher-educational, cultural, political) at local, national and international level, to support initiatives pursued by students and faculty, and we are looking for individuals to join our mission.
Working At BCBWe strive to cultivate an inclusive and respectful workplace, and where all team members can thrive in this global environment and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of color, LGBTQIA+ and those with disabilities. We value diverse backgrounds and believe they are integral to our growth and development as an institution.
Bard College Berlin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or age.