Needs-based planning
Permanent and temporary positions are planned with regard to project scope, workload, job description and institutional needs.
Our team
A working environment built on learning and creating together
The Yücel Cultural Foundation’s staffing needs develop in parallel with the expanding scope of its projects and activities. The Foundation aims to provide a working environment in which new team members can contribute to institutional goals, take responsibility and continue their development.
Operating in the fields of culture, arts, education and youth, the Foundation values the contribution of different perspectives, knowledge and experience to its institutional work.
Our approach
Core principles of our human resources processes
Competency-based assessment
Applications are assessed in relation to the knowledge, experience, skills and responsibilities required by the position.
Development and learning
Employees are supported in gaining experience, developing new skills and contributing to organisational learning through their work.
Collaboration and communication
The Foundation promotes a working culture based on open communication, teamwork, shared responsibility and the constructive exchange of different views.
Shared qualities we value
Core competencies assessed according to the role
Although the requirements of each position differ, the following competencies are important in the Foundation’s work:
- Interest in culture, arts and youth work A willingness to learn about the Foundation’s fields of activity and take responsibility within them
- Communication skills A clear, attentive and constructive approach to written and verbal communication
- Foreign-language proficiency The language competence required by the role, particularly in English where applicable
- Planning and organisation The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time and follow processes
- Problem-solving and decision-making The ability to assess situations and develop practical solutions
- Teamwork A willingness to collaborate and share responsibility in pursuit of common goals
- Creativity and innovation An openness to developing new ideas and considering different ways of working
- Commitment to personal development A willingness to receive feedback, learn and continue professional development
Recruitment and placement
Assessment based on the requirements of the position
Candidates are assessed in line with the duties, technical and behavioural competencies, experience expectations and working conditions of the relevant position. Personal data is handled in accordance with applicable legislation and the Foundation’s data-protection practices.
Depending on the nature of the role, the assessment process may include a CV review, interview, work sample, practical task or reference check.