Junior Expert HR - Recruitment

Introduction

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany’s largest private aid organizations. Politically and religiously independent, we work toward a world without hunger. Together with national and international partners, we respond to humanitarian crises and support long-term solutions that improve the living conditions for the most vulnerable people. We change and shape food systems, we are locally-led and globally connected. As an impact-oriented and human-centered organization, we use innovation, evidence and data-informed decision-making to continuously improve our work and contribute to #Zero Hunger.

Our vision: "Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet." Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application!

Junior Expert HR - Recruitment

The position is to be filled by June 1st, 2026, with a contract duration of two years. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany.

About the Role

Have you recently finished your studies and are looking for a meaningful way to start your career?

As a Junior Expert Human Resources (Recruitment), you’ll join Welthungerhilfe’s Regional HR Team and play an active role in recruiting talent for our global operations and the development and implementation of HR projects in Germany and abroad.

You’ll be involved in projects—supporting recruitment processes, collaborating with colleagues across different regions, and helping shape how we attract and hire people worldwide. You’ll gain first-hand insight into how an international NGO operates across diverse country contexts, and how HR contributes to making that work. This role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and make a significant contribution to the further development of our global HR team.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the Regional HR Team in developing and implementing HR projects, with a particular focus on recruitment and process improvement.
• Assist in the coordination and implementation of recruitment activities, including drafting and publishing job advertisements.
• Contribute to recruitment processes by managing shortlisting as well as preparing, conducting, and following up on interviews.
• Track ongoing recruitments, contribute to reporting and data management.
• Support initiatives that strengthen Welthungerhilfe’s visibility as an employer, including engagement with relevant networks and institutions.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to maintain and further develop recruitment-related standards and practices across country offices.
• Provide support on system-related topics (e.g. recruitment tools) and contribute to ensuring efficient and compliant processes.

Your Profile

• A university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related field
• Initial professional experience in HR, ideally with some exposure to recruitment or an international environment
• Good MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint; first experience with HR systems or recruitment tools is an advantage
• A structured and reliable way of working, with a willingness to learn and take on responsibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with different stakeholders
• Openness to working in an international and intercultural environment
• Eager to build your awareness and skills to incorporate data-informed approaches into your work
• Very good written and spoken English; German and/or French are an advantage

What We Offer

• Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which you can find under Our benefits.

Application Information

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by April 21, 2026. Your contact person is Tamar Latsabidze. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Our Benefits

Find Out What Benefits Welthungerhilfe Offers For Employees.

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet"

Our strategy guides us in our work.

Transparency and Quality

Welthungerhilfe, its employees, as well as its partners commit to transparency and quality.