Program Manager Transatlantic Dialogue

Overview

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) promotes liberal political education, freedom, and civic engagement. Based in Potsdam with offices in Germany and in over 60 countries, the North America Regional Office is in Washington, D.C.

Role

Description:

This is a full-time Program Manager position for the Transatlantic Dialogue Program, on-site in Washington, DC. The role is suitable for a bilingual (German/English) candidate to support Transatlantic Dialogue initiatives. The Program Manager will oversee high-level dialogue programs, coordinate events, and facilitate collaboration among transatlantic stakeholders, while developing strategies to address transatlantic challenges and engaging in public outreach through events and publications.

The manager will ensure smooth operation of the program, budget adherence, and alignment with the foundation's strategic vision.

• Project Coordination:
  Support the Head of the Regional Office in the end-to-end organization and management of complex international study tours, high-level conferences, and public events.
• Join the study tours, including international travel.
• Create content for articles, studies and social media.
• Executive Support:
  Coordinate travel, accommodations, and scheduling for the Head of the Regional Office.
• Administrative Tasks:
  Assist in procurement processes and daily office operations.
• Data & Network Management:
  Maintain and expand our professional database, including invitation lists and program alumni.
• Communications:
  Assist in creating engaging social media content regarding German and transatlantic politics; prepare agendas and protocols for staff meetings.
• Team Support:
  Contribute to the overall development of office projects and perform other duties as required.

• Education:
  
  University degree preferably Political Science, International Relations, German Studies, or a related field.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Full professional proficiency in both German and English is mandatory. Candidates must be able to draft professional correspondence and converse fluently in both languages.
• Experience:
  
  Demonstrated interest in political institutions (internships or previous work experience preferred).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Experience with Canva and Mailchimp is highly desired.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Exceptional attention to detail, discretion with confidential matters, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• Alignment:
  Strong identification with the goals and values of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom.

Candidates must possess valid U.S. work authorization. Please note that FNF does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to Martin Biesel, Head of Regional Office North America, Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom sel by February 16, 2026.

• Professional resume/CV
• Cover letter
• Professional reference

In your application, please indicate your visa status, as well as your earliest possible start date.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact those candidates whose skills and qualifications most closely suit our needs.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

• Bachelor s (Required)

• German (Required)

• Washington, DC 20036 (Required)

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