Head of Division Technology & Infrastructure (m/f)

The Max Planck Society is one of the leading research organizations on a worldwide scale. Since its establishment in 1948, no fewer than 18 Nobel laureates have emerged from the ranks of its scientists, putting it on a par with the best and most prestigious research institutions worldwide.

For the purpose of advising and supporting its 84 institutes and research facilities the Max Planck Society maintains the Administrative Headquarters in Munich, where the offices of the President and the Vice Presidents are located. The Administrative Headquarters runs the day-to-day business of the Max Planck Society and supports the organs of the Society in preparing and implementing decisions. It also helps the Max Planck Institutes to meet their administrative tasks. The Secretary General is in charge of the Administrative Headquarters.

Reporting directly to the Secretary General, we are now seeking a Head of Division Technology & Infrastructure with a strong emphasis on managing large projects in the field of Research Building, Building Operation and administrative Information Technology. Key role will be the analysis and evaluation of potentials for digitization, automation, acceleration and increasing the efficiency of non-scientific business processes. Further, with the responsibility and monitoring of the administrative IT, there is a need for a more standardized, transparent reporting.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Hold a university degree preferably in economic or business sciences
• 10+ years experience in leading complex organizations through change
• Experience in consulting and / or lean management
• Solid experience in process optimization and process management
• Understanding of digitalization and its challenges
• In-depth understanding of IT business systems such as SAP
• Affinity and knowledge of large infrastructure projects
• Fluency in English and German

We are looking for a diplomat who can create joint forces between the needs of the institutes, those of the overall society and the administration. This role needs a problem-solving, analytical mindset who thrives working in a scientific environment.

Our offer:

For the performance of this function, we can offer a permanent Civil Servant-type contract of employment with remuneration according to remuneration group B5 (federal administration). The pension commitment is possible in principle, depending on the personal prerequisites. Your workplace is located in the city center of Munich. Care facilities for children aged six months to three years are available near the service building.

Moreover, the Max Planck Society intends to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented. Women are therefore especially invited to apply.

The Max Planck Society has set itself the objective of employing more severely disabled persons, their applications being explicitly welcome.

Application deadline: 29 July 2018

If you a re highly motivated and resilient, open to national and international travel, please submit your application to: