Job Posting: Heinrich Böll Foundation

The German, Green-party affiliated political foundation (Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung) is hiring its first Central Ombudsperson. The half-time position is based in Cape Town, South Africa, and will serve an initial six-month appointment. The position will develop and manage a global Ombuds program that was established in 2023 and is comprised of 12 Regional Ombudspersons. According to a HBS whitepaper from May 2022, "The ombudsperson is obligated to neutrality and confidentiality" and "Ombudspersons do not undertake investigations (no investigation / internal audit) and do not take on the role of a judge." 

Applicants must have a relevant university degree, at least five years of work experience, ADR skills and experience; and if not South African, an RSA work-permit valid through the end of the year. Foreign language skills (Spanish, German, and French) are an asset. Applications are due by June 9, 2025. No compensation details provided. (Action Appointments; HBS Paper, "Concept for an Ombud System.")