Deadline to apply: October 30, 2022

The Network of Arab Alternative Screens has been active since 2007 and counts 23 members in 10 Arab countries with an executive office in Berlin, Germany. NAAS envisions communities across the Arabic-speaking region taking ownership of their available resources and of the decision-making around their allocation. NAAS provides opportunities and resources for the cinema exhibition sector to cultivate critical thinking and dialogue among audiences across the Arabic-speaking region.

NAAS e.V. seeks to engage an Executive Director starting from January 2nd, 2023.

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of NAAS e.V.’s administrative, operational and fundraising functions. They coordinate and facilitate the activities of the network and its stakeholders. They must be able to travel to represent NAAS.

A successful candidate will have 7 years of relevant professional experience in the arts and cultural sector and be comfortable working in Arabic and English (German and/or French is a plus). They must possess a proven track record as senior manager of a cultural/ non-profit organization  and demonstrated interest in alternative cinema and film. Furthermore, they will have a background in organizational administration in Germany and/or the Arab region and familiarity with the EU fundraising landscape. Moreover, the candidate shall have working experience in facilitation, coordination, and/ or mediation capacities. They reside preferably in Europe and are willing to relocate to Berlin .

Applications must include a cover letter and CV that do not exceed the page count limit specified below.

TASKS

The Executive Director is appointed by and reports to the Steering Committee and the administrative board of the network. Responsibilities include the following:

1. Lead the development of the organization as a whole to advance the mission in accordance with the strategic plan and the bylaws

2. Oversee network-wide programs (including granting and training and regional meetings) and initiatives, from conception to evaluation, as well as involvement of committees 

3. Coordinate between all the organization’s bodies including general assembly, steering committee, board of directors and manage the governance meetings according to the bylaws

4. Guide and manage the staff and workflow, including implementation of annual calendar

5. Discharge and appoint staff

6. Develop and ensure the implementation of a fundraising strategy

7. Lead annual strategic planning session in order to assess progress of the organization and to plan for the future

8. Represent the organization in public forums and in the media, including travel engagements

9. Sign off on applications, proposals, and narrative and financial reports

10. Maintain and build strategic partnerships with key funders and peer organizations 

11. Cultivate relationships with members and stakeholders

12. Oversee legal and financial procedures

BENEFITS

NAAS will offer a salary commensurate with the professional experience of the candidate and flexible working conditions. The employment contract includes social security according to German law. 

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates with a Google account must apply here.

Candidates who do not have a Google account must send the following required material to [email protected] in one email, with the subject line: FIRST NAME LAST NAME, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR APPLICATION:

• a cover letter, one page maximum, which outlines your relevant work and experience, why this position would advance your career goals, and how you would seek to enhance NAAS’s work;
• a CV, two pages maximum, with contact details (email, phone);
• names and email addresses of three references.

Please note that we will only consider applications that include all the required documents.