Call for applications: Goethe-Institut Johannesburg innovation coordinator

The successful candidate will work in the institute’s information department on a part-time basis for 20 hours per week.

The innovation coordinator’s area of responsibility essentially includes:

• Market overview and testing of already established and new digital exchange platforms (immersive 3D worlds, virtual reality, hologram and new upcoming technologies).
• Advisory service for the 15 Goethe-Institutes in the sub-Saharan African region on digital formats, digital platforms, online moderation and hybrid events.
• Setting up a database for experiences with online moderation and exchange platforms.
• Experimenting with and advisory service on technical setups for hybrid events.
• Setting up a database for best practices of digital events and training formats.
• Evaluation of access figures, compilation of statistics and reports.
• Consultation in relationship with gaming projects, gamification processes and the execution of digital events.
• Assisting with budget planning and accounting for payments.

The applicant's profile should reflect the following:

• Studies or training in coding, gamification, game design, event technology or comparable sectors.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language. Knowledge of French and German is an advantage.
• Good writing style.
• Very good communication skills.
• Knowledge of the technical, cultural and media landscape.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently, flexibly and as part of a team.
• Reliability and accuracy.
• Work permit for South Africa.

The scope of employment is 50% (20 hours per week) and remuneration is according to the valid remuneration scheme for local staff of Goethe-Institut Johannesburg. Applicants should send their applications in German or English (letter of motivation and curriculum vitae, references/work certificates if applicable) to the regional head of information, Stefanie Kastner, at stefanie.kastner@goethe.de.

The application deadline is 9 August.

“We promote knowledge of the German language outside Germany and foster international cultural cooperation,” Goethe-Institut Johannesburg said. “In addition, we convey a comprehensive image of Germany by providing information on cultural, social and political life.”

View the original call here.