Training and Journalism Officer, Information & Media Practice

Position description

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

The Supporting Independent Media in Syria (SIMS) program fosters sustainable independent media in Syria and empowers Syrians of diverse backgrounds by offering reliable, locally relevant sources that promote accountability, counter extremist narratives, promote gender equity, and encourage social cohesion.

The Training and Journalism Officer will support the Editorial Director in activity implementation, administration, training management, working very closely with the rest of the program team. The Training and Journalism Officer in close coordination with the team will work on a range of program components and activities.

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or International Development, Media Studies preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive job experience in supporting international development programs. Experience in media or media development is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in organizing training activities and programs.
• Experience working in and/or interest in developing understanding of Social Media Platforms.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills including time management, ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment, and ability to remain flexible while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Proven experience managing multiple administrative tasks in a demanding, time-sensitive work environment.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral, in both languages.
• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted work authorization in Turkey.

Your Daily Tasks

• Maintain the SIMS training plan, trackers and calendar to coordinate the training workflow.
• Liaise and coordinate with training consultants, translators, and media partners to ensure successful delivery of training and mentoring and identify any scheduling issues.
• Monitor the training courses to ensure smooth and effective delivery.
• Working with the Editorial Director, be responsible for the planning, organization and execution of all training and mentoring activities.
• Coordinate the travel and accommodation requirements of training consultants and translators.
• Ensure training materials are distributed to participants in coordination with training consultants.
• Identify and organize training venues, as and when required.
• When needed, provide translation and interpretation from Arabic into English and vice-versa.
• Coordinate the engagement and work of translators both written and verbal.
• Participate and contribute to training review meetings.
• Assist the Editorial Director in investigations into and examinations of editorial issues.
• Provide periodic assessments of partner output, especially new content, as an alternative viewpoint to other forms of content monitoring.
• Review partners’ output when required to assess if training recommendations are being adhered to.
• Support the organization of periodic content review sessions with partners to be conducted by the Editorial Director.
• Provide periodic spot checks of content monitoring reports.
• Support data collection for project indicators.
• Research external training tools and resources that are relevant to media partners.
• Contribute to all internal and external program reports, including weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reporting.
• Performs additional duties and tasks to meet the needs of the organization, team, or as assigned by the manager.
• Liaise and coordinate with training consultants, translators, and media partners to ensure successful delivery of training and mentoring and identify any scheduling issues.
• Build robust relationships and deliver dependable, responsive support between the field team and other stakeholders.
• To contribute in gathering information for proposals, cost extensions, or new phases of the program, including drafting sections of the narrative and attachments as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, fostering a positive and cohesive work environment to achieve shared project goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

You will Get: 

Committed, passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven colleagues who make IREX a good place to work. You will receive best-in-class learning, development, and growth opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive. This includes a well-being and employee assistance program, health coverage, a flexible work schedule, a generous PTO policy, a technology stipend, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and many more benefits. 

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