der Referatsleiter
Translation
head of department, unit manager
Examples
Der Referatsleiter hat die Sitzung eröffnet.
The head of department opened the meeting.
Sprechen Sie bitte mit dem zuständigen Referatsleiter.
Please speak with the responsible head of department.
Grammar Patterns
to work as a head of department als Referatsleiter arbeiten He works as a head of department in the ministry.
Similar Words
der Abteilungsleiter (head of department), der Chef (boss)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Referat' (department) and 'Leiter' (leader).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Referat' (department) + 's' (linking element) + 'Leiter' (leader). Literally 'department leader'.