Editorial Assistant, Earth Journalism Network

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Editorial Assistant – EJN will assist the EJN Senior Editor and Content Officer at Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN), a global network working with journalists and media outlets in virtually every region of the world to improve the quality of climate and environmental reporting.

The Editorial Assistant will assist with the production, tracking, and distribution of EJN content, maintaining the EJN website and providing editorial support to EJN program staff across regions. The Editorial Assistant should have experience with research, writing and editing content in English, and content management. This position reports to the EJN Senior Editor and Content Officer.

LOGISTICS

Internews has Headquarters offices in Arcata, CA, Washington, DC, and London, UK which support a hybrid workforce with staff working remotely, fully in-office, or partially remote. This is a remote-based role, and candidates based anywhere in the United States, United Kingdom, Thailand, or Kenya will be considered. Candidates must possess independent work authorization in their location that does not require sponsorship from Internews.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply soon.

This is a limited-duration position, with an anticipated term of one year. This position may possibly be extended.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING

We are an organization of dynamic, mission-driven individuals who are passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are an EEO employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.

DAY-TO-DAY TASKS will include:

• As directed, research and write project updates and impact stories and assist with the product of newsletters, resources and reports.
• Assist with the distribution of content, primarily posting resources, project updates and stories on the EJN website.
• Participate in screening applications for grant and training opportunities, reviewing submissions to ensure they meet specific criteria.
• Assist with webinars, online courses and workshops, including providing technical support, organizing registration, and inviting speakers.
• Assist the EJN Editor and web development team with coordinating improvements to the EJN website.
• Support with data collection and database management, including data entry, organizing files and distributing surveys, and provide other administrative support as directed.
• Assist with social media activities such as engaging with EJN’s Google group and WhatsApp group members, offering creative input and contributing to communications campaigns as needed.
• In all duties, uphold Internews’ Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of belonging.

QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required

• 3 years’ prior relevant experience, including journalism experience; newsroom experience preferred.
• Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong writing skills; copyediting experience a significant asset.
• Familiarity with content management systems (e.g., Drupal).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Interest in environmental and/or climate change issues.
• Willingness to work with international colleagues in distant (and multiple) time zones.
• Ability to work well with others, meet deadlines, and respond to changes in priorities.

Preferred

Note: Candidates who do not have these preferred qualifications, but who are interested and willing to learn, are encouraged to apply.

• Experience with media and/or development projects.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position; the range for this position is equivalent to US $46,000 – $55,200 per annum.