WHH Representative Canada

About the role

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. The position is based in Ottawa, Canada, with an initial contract duration of 2 years and good prospects for extension.

Responsibilities

• Represent and manage WHH Canada in compliance with all applicable Canadian legal and regulatory requirements.
• Position WHH Canada as a trusted and competent partner within the Canadian humanitarian and development sector.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Canadian NGOs, NGO networks, research institutions, and other key stakeholders.
• Actively represent WHH Canada in relevant Canadian NGO networks and working groups, fostering partnerships and collaboration.
• Support WHH country offices and regional teams in donor engagement, positioning, and funding applications with GAC.
• Represent WHH Canada at conferences, forums, and other external events to strengthen the organization's visibility and partnerships.

Requirements

• At least five years of relevant professional experience in international development cooperation.
• Demonstrated experience in external representation, business development, partnership management, and relationship building.
• Experience in the design and implementation of humanitarian and development cooperation programmes or projects.