Multimedia Journalist - Alkarama - Egypt

Deadline: May-10-13
Position: Multimedia Journalist, temporary 6-month contract, with possibility of permanent contract
Location and start date: Cairo, Egypt; starting immediately
Reporting to: Head of the Communications Unit

Responsibilities
- Present human rights news program for Alkarama TV
Work closely with Communication Unit to develop human rights programs for Alkarama TV
Research human rights topics & write high quality scripts for audio-visual content, including news, short films, interviews in a timely manner
Carry out interviews
Draft and edit written content for web, including press releases, articles, e-newsletters, public reports, etc.
Help develop Alkarama's media presence in the Arab world, including build-up network of journalists in the region and maintain media database
Assist the Communication Unit in conceptualizing and implementing creative strategies to enhance Alkarama's outreach
Provide general support to Communication Unit

Qualifications
- Arabic-English Speaking
- Education: A degree in journalism, communications or similar related field
- Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years related experience

Skills
- Excellent reading and oral communication skills in Arabic and proficiency in English
- Previous experience speaking and presenting before cameras
- Strong writing skills in Arabic
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Previous experience researching, writing, editing for multimedia platforms
- Strong interest in human rights and media, including social media in the Arab world
- Familiarity with legal, political and media realities in the Arab world
- Ability to travel outside Egypt (in the Arab region and to Europe)
- Ability to work in a small, multicultural team, and respect for diversity
- Highly organized, able to work quickly, effectively and independently under tight deadlines with colleagues who are often located in remote locations
- Basic IT skills
- Creative and detail-oriented

Desired
- Previous experience working with audio-visual journalists (radio, TV, online platforms)
- Previous experience producing audio-visual content
- Outgoing and articulate networker
- Self-starter and team-player

Benefits and Salary
- Salary commensurate with experience and responsibilities
- Possibility of travel

To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, a cover letter and brief sample of previous work (written, audio, audio-visual piece) in one email, with the subject header "Application: Multimedia Journalist" to jobs@alkarama.org

This position will remain open until filled.