Your mission We are looking for a well-rounded COO who is looking to create a positive impact through their work. The COO will lead all topics around operational excellence and technological advancements across The DO group. As a key part of this role, the candidate will be the responsible operations leader for beVisioneers, a global Fellowship program for 1500 ecopreneurs, and will manage the operations team plus the Tech department. This role requires expertise in operations, process optimization and scaling, and some experience in technology and process automation while bringing critical knowledge to tool selection, implementation, and operational strategy. The COO will work closely with the management and leadership team of the group and beVisioneers to ensure efficiency, scalability, and technological improvements. Key Responsibilities Co-create and execute the operationalization of the strategy for beVisioneers with a special focus on technology-driven improvements Develop and manage the Tech department including setting up processes on product management and pipeline prioritization Identify and harmonize scalable processes across the organization Optimize operations through process standardization and automation Own the performance management process (e.g., OKR process) Drive strong collaboration across departments to identify areas for continuous improvement and greater operational efficiency. Identify and bridge technological knowledge gaps within the organization. Ensure data-driven decision-making through effective BI and AI systems. Collaborate with leadership to align IT infrastructure with business objectives. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies. Foster relevant stakeholder relationships internally and outside of The DO Your profile Bachelor’s/Master’s in Business Administration, IT, Data Science, or related field. 10 years of leadership experience in technology-driven operations and process optimization. Experience in building and managing a tech team Strategic thinker Proven track record in process optimization, digital transformation, and scaling operations. Expertise in AI, BI, IT infrastructure, and digital transformation. Experience in managing teams through transformations / change processes Substantial experience in managing teams with diverse international backgrounds Very structured and data driven way of working; solid financial acumen Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration Experience in either consulting business, start-ups or foundations a strong plus Fluent in English, proficiency in German is a plus Located in Berlin (or willing to relocate) About us About The DO School Fellowships The DO School Fellowships gGmbH is a non-profit organization based in Berlin, Germany. Our core mission is to offer training and fellowship programs to empower young people globally to launch projects addressing global and local challenges around environment and society. With our work, we are training the next generation of impact entrepreneurs in innovative educational and fellowship programs. The DO School Fellowships is an inclusive organization and explicitly welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, whether that’s ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, disability or alternative professional paths.