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Jobs at Terre des Hommes

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Would you like to make a difference with your work? Design a better future for children together with us!

Whether you're looking for a career change or a meaningful role, we're delighted that you're interested in working with our organization. With us, you can truly make a difference. We're looking for dedicated individuals who want to open up new perspectives for children and their families around the world. At Terre des Hommes you can expect a motivated team and diverse tasks. Learn more about our current openings and apply!

Vacancies

Donation Service Clerk (m/f/d)

We are looking for a donations services clerk (m/f/d) to join our fundraising team as soon as possible.

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Campaigner*in mfd

For our Marketing & PR team, we are looking for a Campaigner (m/f/d) to join as soon as possible.

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Researcher - Safe Ai Use for Children

Consultancy position at Terre des Hommes Germany
Researcher – Safe AI Use for Children: Literature Review, Stakeholder Mapping, and Expert Interviews

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Entry opportunities at Terre des Hommes

A prerequisite for an internship is an ongoing study in relevant areas (studies that are completed as possible). Preliminary experiences in the work area of ​​the internship are desirable. The minimum deployment is 12 weeks. We usually pay an allowance of € 250/month. You will basically have a regular working week from Monday to Friday with 38.5 hours/week, which we can make flexible. In some areas there are also events on weekends. After consultation, part-time internships can also be made possible.

Our interns will receive instruction at the headquarters in Osnabrück or Berlin (depending on the location allocation) in the first few days. The majority of an internship is then coordinated in close coordination with the colleagues about an alternating activity in presence and mobile work. Interested parties must therefore be able to ensure the possibility of mobile work (Internet).

Volunteering at Terre des Hommes

Are you interested in volunteering at Terre des Hommes ? Contact us!

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The application process

  • You can find all active job openings on our careers website.
  • our , Janine Boldt or Gizem Bilgic ( jobs@remove-this.tdh.de ). You will typically receive confirmation of receipt within 24 hours. We will then take some time to review your documents. We don't have an automated application tool and review each application personally. If multiple people are involved in the process, this may take some time.
  • We will contact candidates who are a particularly good fit for the advertised position by phone or email. We will clarify any questions and schedule an initial meeting.
  • We usually conduct the first interview digitally and allow approximately one hour. We have the opportunity to get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere. Colleagues from the department, HR, and the works council will be present. This way, you'll get a first impression of us—and we'll get a first impression of you. If we both feel it's a good fit, we'll invite you to a second, in-person interview at our Osnabrück office.
  • After the discussions, we take time to carefully consider everything. We make our decision based on strict criteria. You will definitely hear from us, either by phone or email.

Working at Terre des Hommes

Together with our works council, we have developed an attractive and comprehensive collective agreement based on the TVÖD and Verdi collective bargaining agreements. In addition, we create a pleasant, friendly, and reliable working environment with many other benefits.

This is what we offer

  • Fair remuneration: company collective agreement, experience level bonuses, child allowances, annual special payments (Christmas and vacation pay), employer-funded pension plans, capital-forming benefits (VWL)
  • Flexible working hours: 38.5 hours/week, generous opportunities for mobile working, modern IT equipment, flexible hour distribution within the team -> write what it really means
  • Work-life balance: 30 days of vacation, plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, special leave for long service and anniversaries, care days for children and relatives, working time accounts
  • Health & Safety: Medical examinations and safety briefings for travel abroad
  • Further training: Extensive opportunities for further training and continuing education
  • Locations: Easy access in Osnabrück and Berlin, free parking and bicycle sheds in Osnabrück, lunch menu and comfortable rest areas in the garden

  • We value a trusting, long-term relationship. Many colleagues are celebrating their 30th or 40th anniversary with us.
  • To allow us to get to know each other, we initially limit new contracts to two years (or shorter if necessary).
  • You can expect independent and varied tasks with creative freedom.
  • We practice value-oriented and participatory employee management.
  • Our work is meaningful: Together we contribute to a better future for children worldwide.
  • You will work in a motivated, committed team that is committed to a good cause with heart and passion.
  • We accompany and support you in your personal and professional development.
  • International encounters and intercultural exchange are part of what we do.
  • With us, you'll feel like you're part of something good and making a personal contribution every day.

Terre des Hommes Germany e.V. is an international children's rights organization and sees itself as a citizens' initiative—independent of governments, businesses, religious communities, and political parties. Terre des Hommes ' legal form is that of a registered association.

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Your contact person

Janine Boldt

Head of Human Resources