Project Coordinator for Educational Services (GIMAGINE) (M/F/D)
Goethe-Institut London

Start date: As soon as possible

Application deadline: 15 February 2026

The position is limited until 31 March 2027.

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with global outreach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural co-operation. We convey a comprehensive picture of Germany by providing information on Germany's cultural, social and political life. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community.

The Goethe-Institutis looking for a Project Coordinator for Educational Services to start as soon as possible. The successful applicant will be offered a temporary contract until 31st March 2027. The position will be remunerated in accordance with the currentremuneration scheme for local staff at the Goethe-Institut London.(36.595,44 GBP p.a.) Employment will be full-time with 39 hours per week. Annual Leave starts with 26 days plus Bank Holidays. This increases depending on length of service. The Goethe-Institut also offers a contributory pension scheme.

Duties comprise:

Organisational support and implementation, including preparation and follow-up, of projects for educational services within the Gimagine project (e.g. school visits, German Days at the Goethe-Institut London, tour planning, motivational programmes for pupils, competitions, information events, visitor trips, author readings, etc.).
Organisational support and implementation, including preparation and follow-up,of youth mobility programmes within the Gimagine project
Conceptualisation and creation of advertising and marketing materials, incl. processing of orders as well as material ordering & shipping, warehousing & updating.
Representing the Gimagine project, incl.participation in fairs and conferences
Budget monitoring and planning, administration,and reporting
Administrative and organisational tasks (providing information and advice, maintaining and establishing contacts, supporting the Head of Language Department)
Close cooperation with the Advisor for German in the UK and with the Educational Services team

Requirements:

Knowledge of the UK education system
Demonstrable experience in project management, public relations and marketing
Thorough expertis ein the fields of education and German as a foreign language, e.g. through professional experience
Flexibility and reliability
Ability to work independently
Strong social and intercultural skills
Team and communication skills
Confidence in challenging situations
Very goodknowledge of German and English  
Very goodIT skills: MS Office, digital learning platforms
Willingness to work flexibly
Willingness to undertake business trips in the UK and abroad

Please note that the successful applicant requires an existing valid work permit for the UK.

Please also note that only applications via our online application form below will be accepted.

Application Form

Interviews are expected to take place from the 16th of February 2026 onwards.

Please send your application or enquiries by e-mail to jobs-london@goethe.de

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