Job ID: 308968

Project Administrator

Deutsche Welle

Location: Regional / Global

Apply by: 20 Jul 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement

Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer

Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science

Project Administrator (f/m/d), DW Academy

We are seeking a Project Administrator (m/f/d) for DW Akademie at our Bonn location, starting August 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a one-year fixed-term position.

The position is classified under pay group VII or VI (assistant or administrative assistant) . Salary will be determined according to the DW collective agreement. What we offer: Our salaries at a glance.

The salary classification will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate and the specific responsibilities of the role. A supplement may be payable.

Your tasks

• You are the central contact person for cooperation with partner organizations outside of Europe in all administrative matters (for example, regarding the accounting of grant funds).
• They check receipts, invoices and budgets and monitor compliance with accounting standards and donor guidelines.
• They support the preparation of new projects from various funding bodies with regard to financial administration aspects (BMZ, European Union, etc.).
• They train and advise colleagues in Germany and abroad on procedures and financial administrative innovations.
• They prepare or assist with annual financial statements and audits.

What you bring with you

• Completed university degree in business administration or economics or other relevant fields of study (e.g. finance, development cooperation) or other relevant qualification or commercial training with additional qualifications or many years of professional expertise
• Several years of experience in international development cooperation and/or the accounting of grant funds
• very good knowledge of the grant guidelines of public funders in development cooperation
• sound knowledge of accounting
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• strong communication and moderation skills
• Good IT skills, especially Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a team and enjoyment of working in a dynamic and diverse environment; very good German and English skills (at least level B2), additional languages are an advantage.

We offer this

• inspiring and challenging tasks in an international media company
• Collaboration in interdisciplinary and diverse teams
• an organizational culture shaped by New Work and Digital Leadership & Collaboration
• Promoting diversity, inclusion and sustainability
• Flexible working hours and employment models for home office
• comprehensive educational program and individual development opportunities
• attractive remuneration according to tariff with additional insurance
• Convenient location and discounted public transport tickets
• excellent company catering and modern multifunctional areas
• wide range of company sports activities and health management

Apply Here- https://jobs.dw.com/Vacancies/2736/Description/1