Program Manager

HPI is recognized as one of the leading university institutes for computer science ( ). Our goal is to strengthen Europe's digital sovereignty with excellent research and practice-oriented teaching in computer science. At HPI, we are convinced that excellence is created when knowledge from different disciplines is collaboratively combined to create responsible and pioneering solutions for the future. In our research clusters "Systems," "Data and AI," "Foundations," "Digital Health," "Security," and "Business and Society" researchers from various disciplines work together on topics relevant to solving the challenges facing society. The Digital Engineering Faculty of the University of Potsdam and HPI offers a computer science engineering degree program that is unique in Germany. In the course of its strong growth, the Hasso Plattner Institute is looking for a Program-Manager Design Studio "Crisis & Resilience" (m/f/x) as of September 1, 2026. The position is temporary (8 months) and part-time (20h/week). About the HPI School of Design Thinking (HPI d-school) The HPI d-school was founded 2007. Since then, it has become the European Center for Design Thinking Education. Students from all kinds of fields develop innovative and human-centered solutions for complex problems. They collaborate with project partners from corporations, startups, NGOs or political institutions. Independently design, lead, and coordinate a Design Studio on "Crisis & Resilience" as a Design Thinking program for BA and MA students Conceptualize, design and refine the new studio content and its design sprints together with the teaching team Take responsibility for the management and coordination of the studio’s projects, case studies, and hands‑on prototyping work with a coaching team Support the relationship management of project and content partners including public authorities, critical infrastructure operators, warning-system provides and tech experts Co‑design hands‑on technical Design Thinking projects with partners from various industries and non‑profit organizations Support the continuous content and professional development of the program Coordinate documentation and reflection at the end of the studio Partake in planning, designing and running events and workshops (as part of the studio) Contribute to the further development of the HPI d-school Participate in further training opportunities Completed university studies (preferably with innovation‑oriented combination of subjects) Content & method knowledge of Design Thinking and related approaches and experience with Design Thinking‑projects Interest in and experience with crisis and risk management, resilience, information and communication, public safety is an advantage Work experience in a similar program in particular at a university is a strong advantage Knowledge of, skills in and experience in the application and development of artificial intelligence applications is an advantage Confidence in coordinating projects and managing diverse stakeholders, including partners from the public sector and critical‑infrastructure organizations Enthusiasm for working with a diverse group of students Excellent communication‑ and presentation skills with diverse stakeholders Professional fluency in English, both written and oral. German fluency is desired (Non‑fluent applicants should show the willingness to develop their German language skills) Comfortable working independently and in a team Commitment, engagement, empathy and flexibility Strategic thinking while paying attention to details What we offer A multifaceted job, embedded in an international and dynamic working environment An exciting, responsible position in which you can make a difference Regular team events and workshops For problems of any kind (including those in your private life), you can use our external employee counseling service free of charge Attractive employee offers (corporate benefits) Possibility to work remotely (up to 2 days a week) 30 days of vacation plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve Numerous sports facilities (tennis and basketball courts, beach volleyball court, calisthenics park, and participation in running events) Workplace on the HPI campus in Potsdam-Babelsberg (Griebnitzsee S-Bahn station), with fast transportation connections to Berlin #J-18808-Ljbffr