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OFFICE COORDINATOR

JOB POSTING – FULL TIME
GOETHE-INSTITUT CHENNAI

OFFICE COORDINATOR – EXAMINATION DEPARTMENT
VOLUME OF WORK 100% - 40 WEEKLY WORKING HOURS

Remuneration will be based on the local salary scheme of Goethe-Institut India. 

We are looking for a dedicated colleague (m/f/d) as of 15.09.2026 (or later) initially limited for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
 

Responsibilites:

  • Counselling course and exam participants over phone and replying to their exam related Emails. 

  • Providing organizational support to prospective and registered exam candidates for the entire exam portfolio of Goethe-Institut Chennai,  Providing organizational support for the administration of exams at the Goethe-Zentrum Coimbatore and in other parts of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana & Puducherry

  • Organization, coordination of exam schedules in consultation with the Examination in-charge and posting the same on the Website  

  • Preparing documents related to the students’ history: registration, processing and releasing exam results, certificate dispatch, thereby related communication etc.

  • General office related duties, correspondence and tasks related to examination data and statistics.  

Required skills / Knowledge:

  • Graduation or an equivalent degree for the required job duties

  • Good command in German language Minimum with B2 level

  • Good Command of written and spoken English & Tamil

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload

  • Proficiency in using MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Canva, Powerpoint and willingness to familiarize oneself with the standard administrative software Teleform/OSKA

  • Flexibility and ability to work in a team

  • Self-initiative, perseverance and resilience

  • Readiness to work during weekends if required

  • Willingness to undertake official trips

  • Experience in the field of examinations is desirable 

Goethe-Institut provides a pleasant and friendly work atmosphere.  This position provides opportunities to enhance language proficiency communication skills, gain experience in schools, participate in projects and engage in other exciting tasks.


Application procedure:

Please send your CV with copies of academic qualifications, certificates and two references until 31.08.2026 per Email to  bewerbungen-chennai@goethe.de