Global Media Programs Director (Hybrid)

University of Denver; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Hybrid Work Schedule

Paid Holidays

Learning stipend

Job summary

The International Republican Institute (IRI) seeks a Program Director, Media to oversee the day-to-day implementation and coordination of a global program strengthening independent media resilience against propaganda and coercive influence. The role focuses on engagement with media outlets, trainers, consultants, and partners to ensure effective delivery of outputs.

Based in Washington, DC, the PD will manage onboarding, monitoring, and support for platform users while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, international relations, political science, or a related field.
• Minimum eight years of relevant work experience in independent media development or democracy, rights, and governance.
• Experience managing day-to-day implementation of international programs with planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience coordinating multiple partners, consultants, and service providers.
• Proficiency in English with strong writing and editing skills; additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead global program activities, coordinating across regions and languages.
• Develop work plans, trackers, and milestones; flag risks and resource constraints.
• Ensure timely delivery of outputs with inputs from staff, partners, and vendors.
• Plan trainings, workshops, and events; handle logistical arrangements as needed.
• Maintain program compliance with policies, donor requirements, and laws.
• Monitor participant safety and information security across program activities.

Skills

Strong written and oral communications

Editing skills

International experience

Project management mindset

Education

Undergraduate degree in journalism, communications, international relations, political science, or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Learning platform tools

Job description

The International Republican Institute (IRI) seeks a Program Director, Media to oversee the day-to-day implementation and coordination of a global program strengthening independent media resilience against propaganda and coercive influence. The role focuses on engagement with media outlets, trainers, consultants, and partners to ensure effective delivery of outputs.

Based in Washington, DC, the PD will manage onboarding, monitoring, and support for platform users while ensuring compliance with