Deputy Secretary General (f/m/d)

### Your profile:

• You have successfully completed a university degree in a relevant discipline, such as biology, agricultural sciences, social sciences, science management, or a related field
• You are interested in science management and in facilitating knowledge transfer and exchange among researchers, industry, growers’ associations, and other relevant stakeholders. Experience in science management and/or association work is desirable
• Experience in accounting and management of a scientific society or non-profit organization is desirable
• You are a strong communicator and enjoy knowledge transfer tasks
• You think strategically and have an independent, proactive, and forward-thinking approach to your work
• You demonstrate initiative and strong organizational skills
• You have excellent oral and written language skills in English and German, French is desirable
• You enjoy working in an environment that requires a high degree of flexibility and the

ability to cooperate

### What We Offer

• A part-time position (60%), corresponding to approximately 24 hours per week
• Remuneration in accordance with the TV-L, up to pay grade EG 13, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience
• An annual special payment (Christmas bonus) in accordance with the applicable TV-L provisions
• A varied and responsible role with a high degree of independence, flexibility, and personal responsibility
• The opportunity to contribute to knowledge transfer and the advancement of sustainable sugar beet production within an international, non-profit organization
• A small, dedicated team with short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility
• Hansefit (corporate fitness benefit)
• Workplace in Göttingen, Germany, with flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work remotely on a regular basis

The position is offered as a fixed-term parental leave replacement from 1 January 2027 until approximately 15 April 2028. The fixed term is based on the temporary replacement of an employee during maternity leave. The actual duration of the employment may be affected by an early return from maternity leave, in accordance with the applicable statutory provisions.

Have we aroused your interest? Then please send us your detailed application with your certificates and a letter of motivation summarized in a PDF file exclusively by email to .

Application deadline: 25 October 2026

For further information on the position please contact:

Dr. Svenja Strauß (Secretary general) Mail: , Phone: (+49) 151 20 67

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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation

Posted Oct 23, 2026

Posted Oct 23, 2026