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About the Role

The Head of Upskilling will be responsible for the content and strategic development of knowledge transfer offerings for media professionals, contributing to the growth of an ecosystem for public-interest journalism.

Responsibilities

• Overall content responsibility for the DACH-wide upskilling program and its strategic development.
• Identify future competencies for media professionals and design suitable learning formats (e.g., deep dives, learning visits, coaching).
• Assess coaching needs of funding partners and identify suitable external experts based on industry knowledge.
• Implement Strategy Grants in collaboration with Head of Funding & Strategy and support the development of funded media organizations.
• Provide coaching to funded media organizations and offer professional guidance based on media economics experience.
• Manage an Event Production Manager and a network of external coaches and consultants.
• Develop the community of funding partners and applicants, expanding knowledge and networking opportunities.
• Create conditions for team autonomy while providing clear content direction.
• Explore new formats, incorporate international impulses, and develop approaches beneficial to the entire industry.

Requirements

• Several years of experience in the media industry (editorial, publishing, or related fields) with a strong understanding of both content and business aspects.
• Experience in designing and implementing learning or competency development programs, preferably in a non-profit or innovation-oriented context.
• Passion for knowledge transfer, with the depth to guide media professionals.
• Initial or established leadership experience, with the ability to develop and manage a small team and external partners.
• Strategic thinking combined with pragmatic execution skills and enjoyment of working in a young, agile organization.
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills; French is a plus.
• Willingness to travel within Europe, especially in the DACH region.
• Identification with the goals and values of the Media Forward Fund.

Skills

• Knowledge transfer
• Strategic development
• Competency development
• Coaching
• Team leadership
• Community building
• Networking
• Strategic thinking
• Pragmatic execution

Location

• Berlin
• Remote in Germany
• Remote in Switzerland

Work Type

• Full-time
• Part-time

Experience Level

• Mid-level
• Senior-level

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive compensation in the NGO sector

Benefits

• Opportunity to strategically develop a knowledge ecosystem and contribute to public-interest journalism.
• Leadership responsibility with creative freedom in a young organization.
• Collaboration with a small, dedicated, and dynamic team with open communication.
• Flexible working hours and mobile work options (home office, co-working, or team office).
• Professional development and training opportunities.

About the Company

• The Media Forward Fund aims to foster more independent quality media with sustainable business models, publishing strong, trustworthy content, and achieving long-term financial stability.
• The Fund seeks to strengthen journalism and, by extension, democracy.
• Particular focus is placed on target groups with limited access to journalism.
• Further information available at: https://www.mediaforwardfund.org/

Equal Opportunity

• All applications are evaluated regardless of cultural and social background, gender, skin color, age, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
• Applications from people with a migration background are explicitly welcome.