Project Manager

DW is seeking for the DW Akademie office in Mexico City, Mexico a Project Manager (f/m/d) as of 1 March 2026 or as soon as possible based on a full-time local staff employment contract limited until 31 December 2028.

THE ROLE

• coordinate the implementation of different project activities, with a particular responsibility for a fellowship programme to promote civic dialogue through journalistic initiatives in Mexico and Central America, including project monitoring, administration, and coordination with relevant stakeholders from the media sector
• design a fellowship programme, including the call for proposal and its dissemination, the curriculum and supporting activities for the fellows, as well as networking and outreach activities
• prepare comprehensive reports and documentation, manage administrative tasks, and ensure financial accountability and compliance with donor and organizational requirements
• organize project-related activities and business trips, including trainings, consultations, sub-grant management, and event planning
• identify, select, and brief experts, consultants, and trainers involved in the project
• develop and adapt reference and training materials for media practitioners and project partners
• contribute to project visibility and communication efforts
• support the Program Director in the strategic development and implementation of media development projects in Mexico and Central America and perform other tasks within the department as needed (e.g. moderation and facilitation of workshops and other project-related events)

YOUR PROFILE

• degree (Bachelor or Master) in Media Studies, Journalism, Social Sciences, Communication, or a related field
• several years of practical journalism experience required and highly valued; experience as a trainer, consultant, or facilitator a strong asset; knowledge around Artificial Intelligence and journalistic trends desirable
• extensive experience in project management, including project planning, budgeting, financial oversight, monitoring and evaluation, steering, implementation, and cooperation with partner organizations and other stakeholders ideally in the context of freedom of expression, media development and journalism preferred with practical experience in the media sector
• in-depth knowledge of the Mexican and Central American media landscape (including independent media, community-based and digital media, indigenous media initiatives, etc.) and/or dialogue and participation processes required; experience in fellowship or grantee programmes desired
• professional language proficiency in both Spanish and English required, with additional knowledge of German an advantage
• exceptional organizational and coordination abilities, familiarity with highly elaborate processes and rigorous accountability mechanisms; skilled in preparing detailed project reports for donors and management, highlighting project progress and impact in English
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of the organization; high level of intercultural competence, diplomacy and political sensitivity
• capacity to produce multimedia content as part of the project´s communication and dissemination strategy an asset

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