The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) is a young, upcoming university and the only technical university in the federal state of Brandenburg, Germany. With more than 1,500 employees, the BTU is one of the largest employers in the Lusatia region and is particularly attractive in terms of its work-life balance.
The following vacancy is to be filled as soon as possible at the University Language Center based at our Cottbus site:
EUNICE Language Network Coordinator (m/f/d)
Reference Number: 70/24
The Language Center offers a broad language-learning portfolio. We have been constantly working on the development of a language concept in support of the internationalization program of our university and the European University Alliance EUNICE. Our goal is to strengthen German and English as languages for academic and professional purposes as well as to offer courses in other languages in order to promote multilingualism, transculturality and international exchange among students and staff.
These are your responsibilities
- Organization, coordination and specialist management of project activities establishing a common infrastructure and language-learning opportunities in the EUNICE network
- Mapping of language-learning opportunities at all ten EUNICE partner universities
- Conception, implementation and evaluation of a science-based needs analysis for the development of a shared language-learning and teaching network
- Development and implementation of a quality framework and management for language learning and teaching as well as the shared use of resources between universities (e.g. mutual course enrolment, shared online courses, mobility exchanges, summer schools, networking and further professional training programs for language teachers)
- Development and implementation of a communication strategy to promote multilingualism, mobility and transculturality, and public relations activities
- Coordination, moderation and documentation of the regular meetings between the heads of the language centres, language teachers in various fields, etc.; participation in EUNICE coordination meetings
- Preparation of additional science-based projects and funding proposals
- Preparation and provision of decision papers, in particular reports, analyses, plans and forecasts for target-oriented management of the project as well as other administrative tasks associated with the project
- Organization and delivery of language courses for EUNICE students and staff and/or professional development training for teaching staff, especially in the field of foreign language teaching (up to 8 SWS)
Your Skills
You have successfully completed an university degree in the terms of the TV-L pay scale (e.g. accredited Master's degree) in an field relevant to the position (linguistic and cultural studies, international relations, foreign language didactics, German as a Foreign Language or a related field).
You have the following expertise and/or experience:
- English at least CEFR C2 level; knowledge of at least two other national languages in the EUNICE network to at least CEFR C1 level, preferably including German
- Sound knowledge of the didactics and methodology of foreign language teaching according to current scientific findings, including eLearning and performance measurement
- Experience in task-based teaching of foreign languages in higher education
- Experience in course design, curriculum development and contemporary teaching scenarios (e-learning, blended learning)
- Experience in international cooperation in higher education
- Experience in the conception and implementation of international summer schools
- Experience in project coordination, networking and event organization
- Experience with university administration processes
- Experience in fund raising and management
- Mastery of modern communication, teaching and learning media
You are personally familiar with working in a science-based environment and with thinking strategically. You show initiative, are flexible and possess strong collaborative and communication skills. You can draw on experience in project management and can approach the tasks described above with organizational, problem-solving and persuasive skills. Your profile demonstrates transcultural competence, diplomatic tact, ability to deal with complexity and excellent observation skills.
Our Offer
We offer employment in accordance with the collective wage agreement of the federal states of Germany (TV-L). Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, holiday leave in accordance with the TV-L, various internal and external training opportunities and active health management.
Join the BTU family! We offer you exciting opportunities with great potential for professional development and creative realization. We look forward to receiving your application!
For further information about the vacancy, please contact Katja Brachmann after April 16, 2024 (e-mail: katja.brachmann(at)b-tu.de, phone: +49 (0)355 69-2782).
The BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and strives for a balanced gender ratio in all employee groups. Persons with a severe disability as well as persons of equal status will be given priority in the case of equal suitability.
The submission of application photos is not required.
Please note the more detailed information on the selection process on the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg website.
Please send all application documents in PDF format by e-mail only, stating the reference number, before 01.05.2024 to Zentrale Einrichtung Sprachen, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg, e-mail: katja.brachmann(at)b-tu.de.
Publication date: 27.03.2024