Develop a holistic people strategy for the national structure and prospective units
Establish a binding recruitment and selection process for volunteers and leaders
Introduce a professional onboarding system with clear role profiles, expectations, and goal definitions
Structure the support phase with regular evaluation meetings, performance feedback, and skills development
Implement a respectful offboarding process with documentation and knowledge transfer
Build a transparent accountability model for department and division heads
Develop a leadership framework for volunteer leadership (including a Code of Conduct)
Ensure clear communication channels and escalation mechanisms

Degree in Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field
Several years of experience in strategic HR management or building complex organizational structures
Expertise in process design, scaling, and organizational structuring
Leadership experience and the ability to assert authority
Strong execution skills combined with strategic foresight
Ability to professionally manage volunteer dynamics

Opportunity to shape the structural development of a nationwide organization with immediate impact
Significant role in developing the internal architecture of the Deutscher Hilfsbund at a strategic level
Direct collaboration with the national board and involvement in strategic decision-making
Opportunity to build and shape a professional volunteer culture with lasting impact
Chance to systematically enable people to do meaningful work effectively in a volunteer capacity
Expand your own strategic leadership profile
Access to a high-caliber network across business, politics, and civil society

Chief People Officer – Volunteer

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