beauftrage

Beauftragte is a noun in German that denotes a person who has been commissioned to perform specific tasks on behalf of an organization, authority, or institution. The term is derived from beauftragen, meaning to commission or appoint. The masculine singular form is Beauftragter, the feminine singular is Beauftragte, and the plural Beauftragte is commonly used for groups or mixed gender.

In usage, a Beauftragte is typically appointed to carry out a defined assignment or oversee a particular area. The authority and scope of the role are limited by the appointment or contract, and the Beauftragte acts under an Auftrag (commission) rather than a general power of attorney. This distinguishes Beauftragte from Bevollmächtigter, who acts based on Vollmacht (power of attorney) and has a broader legal authorization to represent or bind the principal.

Beauftragte can appear in various contexts, including government, public administration, and corporate settings. Examples include Beauftragte der Bundesregierung for specific policy areas, or internal Beauftragte within a company responsible for compliance, auditing, or investigations. The term is often used for temporary or task-specific roles, such as a commissioner appointed to address a particular issue or project.

Related concepts include Auftrag (the act of commissioning) and Vollmacht (power of attorney). The title and responsibilities of a Beauftragte can vary widely depending on the legal framework, the issuing body, and the terms of the appointment.