Project Manager Digital Transformation

Welthunger; Bonn; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair Compensation

Work-Life Balance

Modern & Agile Work Environment

Personal & Professional Growth

Diverse Teams

Job summary

Welthungerhilfe is seeking a Project Manager for a strategic Digital Transformation in Bonn. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams and drive a multi‑year digital agenda to strengthen the organization’s impact against hunger.

The role requires IT project management experience, PMP/PRINCE2/Scrum certifications, and proficiency with Jira or MS Project. Fluency in German and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of IT project management experience with certifications preferred.
• Experience with CRM/marketing automation is a plus though not required.
• Fluent in German and English for coordination with international teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project plans with timelines, milestones, and budgets.
• Track tasks, logs, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate projects involving CRM systems, marketing automation, and PMO tools.
• Identify risks and plan mitigation; prepare status reports for leadership.
• Maintain documentation using SharePoint and Confluence; support handovers.

Skills

IT project management

Stakeholder management

Jira

MS Project

German & English fluency

Education

PM/PRINCE2/Scrum certifications

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany's largest private aid organizations. Politically and religiously independent, we work toward a world without hunger.

Together with national and international partners, we respond to humanitarian crises and support long-term solutions that improve the living conditions for the most vulnerable people. We change and shape food systems, we are locally-led and globally connected. As an impact-oriented and human-centered organization, we use innovation, evidence and data-informed decision-making to continuously improve our work and contribute to #Zero Hunger.

Our vision:"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet". Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application!

Project Manager Digital Transformation*

in Bonn

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with a contract duration of two years. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany.

As a Project Manager at WHH, you will play a crucial role in coordinating our strategic digital transformation project that drives real impact, collaborating with international teams, and ensuring our mission to create a world without hunger is achieved. If you are passionate about global change and have a track record of delivering successful projects, we invite you to make a difference with WHH.

Your responsibilities

• Create and maintain project plans, including timelines, milestones, critical paths, and resources.
• Track project tasks, maintain task logs, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Proven experience in managing projects involving CRM systems and marketing automation platforms
• Identify and track project risks and coordinate mitigation measures.
• Plan and monitor project budgets
• Prepare project status reports and presentations for project teams and C-level management.
• Maintain project documentation and knowledge sharing using SharePoint and Confluence.
• Coordinate operational handovers, including the preparation of operational handbooks.
• Support the development and improvement of project management tools, templates, and processes (PMO toolbox).

Your profile

• At least 3 years of experience in IT project management, business administration.
• Proven project management skills, ideally supported by certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Scrum.
• Experience with traditional (Waterfall), Agile (Scrum), and Hybrid project management methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, or similar.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• You recognize the growing value of data in your field and are eager to build your awareness and skills to incorporate data-informed approaches into your work.
• Fluent in German and English

What we offer

• Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under our benefits.

Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet"

Our strategy guides us in our work.

Transparency and Quality

Welthungerhilfe, its employees, as well as its partners commit to transparency and quality.