Applications are open for DW Akademie’s current professional opportunities, supporting individuals working in media development, journalism, training and project management.

The current calls cover evaluation, media training and project finance, offering professionals with relevant expertise a chance to contribute to international media development work.

About the Opportunities

DW Akademie works internationally to strengthen free and independent media, journalism and access to information. Its current calls bring together different areas of expertise, from assessing fellowship programmes to supporting media professionals and managing project finances.

Three opportunities are currently highlighted:

1. Evaluation of the AI in the Newsroom Fellowship

DW Akademie is seeking an evaluator for its AI in the Newsroom Fellowship.

The assignment is suited to professionals with experience in programme evaluation, media development, journalism, artificial intelligence or related areas. The evaluator will contribute to assessing the fellowship and its outcomes.

2. Trainers for a Syrian Media Outlet

DW Akademie is also looking for trainers to support a Syrian media outlet.

This opportunity is aimed at professionals with relevant media, journalism, training or capacity-building experience who can contribute to strengthening the skills and capabilities of media practitioners.

3. Project Finance Officer

A Project Finance Officer opportunity is available for professionals with expertise in project finance and financial management.

The position is based in Bonn or Berlin, Germany, making it particularly relevant to candidates interested in working within an international media development organization.

Why Consider These Opportunities?

The current DW Akademie calls provide professionals with the chance to contribute to projects operating at the intersection of media, journalism, technology, capacity building and international development.

For media and communications professionals, the opportunities may also provide valuable exposure to international approaches to strengthening independent and sustainable media.