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Program manager Naturland Academy (m/f/d)

24/08/30 - We are looking for a program manager for the Naturland Academy (m/f/d) to start as soon as possible in Gräfelfing near Munich.

Naturland - Verband für ökologischen Landbau e. V. is the largest international association for organic agriculture. With 116,000 farmers, beekeepers and fish farmers in more than 60 countries around the world, we stand for the fact that ecological, social and fair management is a successful project worldwide.

We are looking for a
Program manager for the Naturland Academy

at the earliest possible date, as a full-time position at our head office in Gräfelfing near Munich.

Your tasks

  • Technical support and coordination of international educational activities, projects and project applications
  • Technical management of Naturland trainers and experts in target countries worldwide
  • Allocation of resources of Naturland trainers and experts to the respective projects and technical education activities
  • Capacity development and training of actors and organizations in organic farming
  • Establishment and coordination of a network of Naturland demo plots and farms
  • Creation of educational and training units, learning content and materials (in English and other languages)
  • Technical assessments, conceptualization and evaluations for relevant topics related to organic farming, standards etc.
  • Development and implementation of international symposia (technical), seminars, conferences and training courses in various formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online etc.).
  • Coordination and implementation of educational activities in projects as a short-term expert
  • Writing and revising specialist publications

Your profile

  • Successfully completed agricultural studies and practical experience in organic agriculture or horticulture
  • Sound specialist knowledge of the cultivation of different (including tropical/subtropical) crops, best practice cultivation, climate resilience etc.
  • Management experience, especially with international projects and stakeholders
  • Experience in the field of training and/or development cooperation
  • At least 8 years of professional experience
  • Excellent knowledge of English; good knowledge of German and other languages desirable (Spanish/French/Italian)
  • Commitment, innovative spirit, initiative, flexibility and ability to work in a team
  • Willingness to travel

We offer

  • A responsible position in an innovative eco-organization
  • Short communication channels and a welcoming working environment in a committed team
  • Interesting tasks in a future-oriented and pioneering field of work
  • Benefits such as Ticketplus voucher card, sports offers, attractive subsidies for the company pension scheme, job bike and Deutschland-ticket
  • Remote work possible by arrangement
  • Individual training opportunities

How to apply

We look forward to receiving your detailed application until 30 September 2024, stating your possible starting date and salary expectations. Please send your application by email to
Naturland e. V. , Ms. Lena White: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We want to ensure a respectful working environment for all employees and welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.