Organizer Information
Forecast is an international
cultural platform based in Berlin, Germany that connects creative practitioners from around the world with accomplished mentors across disciplines. It operates flagship initiatives such as the Forecast Mentorships and the Forecast Festival, supporting transdisciplinary cultural production and knowledge exchange. Forecast is a project conducted by the non‑profit Skills e.V., supported by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media and other cultural partners, fostering innovative networks within contemporary art and cultural sectors.
Title & Description
Leiter:in Personal, Fundraising und Netzwerkentwicklung – Forecast Festival (Berlin)
Forecast is hiring a Head of HR, Fundraising, and Network Development for the Forecast Festival, acting as a strategic leader in people management, funding acquisition, and expansion of institutional partnerships. This full‑time position supports the growth and operational excellence of one of Europe’s notable mentorship‑based creative festivals.
The Role Overview
- Position: Head of HR, Fundraising, and Network Development (Forecast Project Coordination)
- Salary: Remuneration aligned with TVöD standards (German public sector pay scale)
- Contract Type: Job — full‑time, project‑based contract until 15 Dec 2026 (parental leave cover)
- Reporting To: Forecast Festival leadership and Skills e.V. Board
- Programme: Leadership role within Forecast’s transdisciplinary cultural network and the Forecast Festival 2026 cycle
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Working Arrangements: Office located in Berlin‑Alt‑Treptow with flexible home‑office option (1 day/week)
Position & Tasks
- Lead and develop the internal project team, including task planning and personnel coordination.
- Ensure smooth internal and external communications and network workflows.
- Oversee strategy and coordination of organizational communication and structural development.
- Manage HR tasks, including contract negotiations and personnel administration.
- Jointly develop and implement content strategies and long‑term identity and format planning.
- Coordinate fundraising efforts and prepare funding and sponsorship applications.
- Research, coordinate, and strengthen regional and international partnerships (art fairs, festivals, biennials, cultural networks).
- Represent Forecast at key industry events and support institutional relationships.
Categories
- Art Management
- Curatorial
- Networking
- Public Art
- Cross Disciplines
- Jobs
- Event
Eligibility
- Relevant academic qualification (e.g., cultural management, arts administration, or related fields).
- At least three years’ experience in program development and project organization within contemporary art, culture, or related sectors.
- Demonstrated experience securing public funding and managing funding processes (e.g., national cultural funds, EU programmes such as Creative Europe).
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
- Excellent command of German and English (both written and spoken).
- Transcultural competence and comfort working in an international arts environment.
Program Benefits
- Competitive remuneration in line with TVöD (German public sector salary scale).
- Opportunity to lead within a high‑profile international arts and mentorship network.
- Engagement in transdisciplinary cultural programming.
- Collaborative, innovative work environment with institutional partners.
- Flexible working arrangements and professional autonomy.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- CV/resume
- Motivation or cover letter
- Relevant certificates (academic and professional)
- Work and project references
- Desired earliest start date
(All materials should be sent according to the application instructions provided by Forecast.)
How to Apply?
Submit a complete application package by email to:
director@forecast-platform.com
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 24 February 2026
- Start Date: From 1 April 2026 (through 15 Dec 2026) as parental leave cover.
Location
Berlin,
Germany
Additional Details
- The Forecast emphasises diversity, inclusion, and transnational engagement.
- The role operates within a project cycle that includes the international Forecast Festival and a broader mentorship infrastructure connecting creatives worldwide.
- Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including persons with migration histories, are expressly encouraged to apply.
