Konrad Adenauer Stiftung
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), a German political foundation and non-profit organization supports democratization processes, rule of law, and political dialogue worldwide. The position of a
Project Manager
has opened up in its New York office that seeks to strengthen multilateralism and works closely with the UN system and like-minded organizations. Project Management and Analysis The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung New York Office serves as platform for dialogue with different stakeholders on multilateral issues. Our key thematic areas are peace & security (counter-terrorism, peacekeeping/peacebuilding, emerging technologies), multilateralism & global governance (future of multilateralism, small- and medium-sized states, global partnerships), and the 2030 Agenda (private sector engagement, rule of law). The responsibilities of the Project Manager encompass: Conceptualization, planning, budgeting, implementation, follow-up, as well as monitoring and evaluation of activities focusing on our core areas. Documentation of projects and activities in the electronic project management system. Monitor issues and developments, as well as UN policies and processes, relevant to work portfolio and in the organization’s thematic areas. Researching, writing, and copy-editing policy briefings, articles, studies, and event reports in the related thematic areas for publication or internal dissemination. Updating the website and social media accounts of KAS in relation to projects and activities on a regular basis. Liaison with partners from the UN, UN agencies, Member States, NGOs, academia, think tanks, private sector, and civil society organizations. Cooperation with the Finance and Human Resource Manager on project and budget- related questions. Reporting regularly to the Executive Director on the status of implementation of projects. Management of interns. Your ideal profile: Master’s degree or equivalent in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Law, or similar relevant field. Strong interest in multilateral processes and institutions. Familiarity with and experience with the United Nations Headquarters in New York is an asset. At least two years of professional experience in international affairs, ideally at the United Nations, a Permanent Mission to the United Nations, or a think tank or NGO dealing with international issues Excellent command of English, knowledge of German an advantage Impeccable research, writing, and analytical skills Elaborate sense of responsibility and proven track record of project management Excellent organizational skills; ability to multitask and prioritize; capacity to meet deadlines and work under pressure Able to work independently as well as within a team Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity; capability to deal with people from a variety of backgrounds; ability to build effective working relationships with external partners Solutions-oriented with a hands-on personality Proficiency in MS Office; experience with creating content for social media platforms Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. work permit (sponsorship is not available) What we can offer: Work in an international environment and work closely with experts and partners on the field. Training opportunities Small and dynamic team Salary Range 70,000-72,000 USD Excellent healthcare (including dental & vision) Employer-paid short- and long-term disability 401K and employer match Vacation and sick leave Please, submit your application (cover letter, CV incl. 3 references) no later
than 25th of August 2025
to: kas-newyork@kas.de
Project Manager
has opened up in its New York office that seeks to strengthen multilateralism and works closely with the UN system and like-minded organizations. Project Management and Analysis The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung New York Office serves as platform for dialogue with different stakeholders on multilateral issues. Our key thematic areas are peace & security (counter-terrorism, peacekeeping/peacebuilding, emerging technologies), multilateralism & global governance (future of multilateralism, small- and medium-sized states, global partnerships), and the 2030 Agenda (private sector engagement, rule of law). The responsibilities of the Project Manager encompass: Conceptualization, planning, budgeting, implementation, follow-up, as well as monitoring and evaluation of activities focusing on our core areas. Documentation of projects and activities in the electronic project management system. Monitor issues and developments, as well as UN policies and processes, relevant to work portfolio and in the organization’s thematic areas. Researching, writing, and copy-editing policy briefings, articles, studies, and event reports in the related thematic areas for publication or internal dissemination. Updating the website and social media accounts of KAS in relation to projects and activities on a regular basis. Liaison with partners from the UN, UN agencies, Member States, NGOs, academia, think tanks, private sector, and civil society organizations. Cooperation with the Finance and Human Resource Manager on project and budget- related questions. Reporting regularly to the Executive Director on the status of implementation of projects. Management of interns. Your ideal profile: Master’s degree or equivalent in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Law, or similar relevant field. Strong interest in multilateral processes and institutions. Familiarity with and experience with the United Nations Headquarters in New York is an asset. At least two years of professional experience in international affairs, ideally at the United Nations, a Permanent Mission to the United Nations, or a think tank or NGO dealing with international issues Excellent command of English, knowledge of German an advantage Impeccable research, writing, and analytical skills Elaborate sense of responsibility and proven track record of project management Excellent organizational skills; ability to multitask and prioritize; capacity to meet deadlines and work under pressure Able to work independently as well as within a team Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity; capability to deal with people from a variety of backgrounds; ability to build effective working relationships with external partners Solutions-oriented with a hands-on personality Proficiency in MS Office; experience with creating content for social media platforms Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. work permit (sponsorship is not available) What we can offer: Work in an international environment and work closely with experts and partners on the field. Training opportunities Small and dynamic team Salary Range 70,000-72,000 USD Excellent healthcare (including dental & vision) Employer-paid short- and long-term disability 401K and employer match Vacation and sick leave Please, submit your application (cover letter, CV incl. 3 references) no later
than 25th of August 2025
to: kas-newyork@kas.de