DEADLINE: JUNE 15, 2022 —Rest of World, an international journalism publication seeks an energetic, enterprising and experienced regional editor to lead its coverage from Africa.
The regional editor must have significant experience editing stories from across the continent, ideally with some background reporting on technology, business and economics in the region.
The organisation is looking for a well-rounded utility player who combines rigorous reporting and editing skills with a passion for exploring cultures and change.
Applicants must have at least 7 years experience in journalism or publishing, with at least 3 years in editing.
Fluency in English is required.
The deadline for applications is June 15, 2022.
MEDIA AND JOURNALISM OPPORTUNITIES FROM I-79 MEDIA
Mongabay seeks stories about Africa
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Gender equality grants at Pulitzer Center
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Jamlab seeks entries for media database in Africa
Jamlab seeks to build a media database of established independent digital journalism and media organisations in Africa. APPLY HERE
Call for applications: RCDIJ Africa Fund
DEADLINE: ROLLING —The RCDIJ Africa Fund is currently open for applications from journalists across Africa. APPLY HERE
NAMIP innovation challenge for Nigerian media
DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2022 —Applications are invited for the Nigeria Media Innovation Programme (NAMIP) innovation challenge for Nigerian media. Winners will receive up to $50,000 for their project. APPLY HERE
URTI international grand prize for documentary films
DEADLINE: JUNE 1, 2022 — The URTI International Grand Prize for Documentary Films seeks entries from journalists who produce documentaries for television. APPLY HERE
Video competition on migration, diversity, social inclusion themes
DEADLINE: JUNE 17, 2022 — Video competition invites youth worldwide to submit original and creative videos on the themes of migration, diversity and social inclusion. APPLY HERE
Apply for EGU’s Science Journalism Fellowship competition
DEADLINE: JUNE 17, 2022 —The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is accepting applications for the 11th edition of its Science Journalism Fellowship competition. APPLY HERE
ERC offers grants for investigative, environmental projects
DEADLINE: JUNE 30, 2022 —The Environmental Reporting Collective (ERC) is offering Collaborative Investigation Grants for investigative and environmental projects. APPLY HERE
WAMECA 2022 seeks journalistic works in West Africa
DEADLINE: JUNE 30, 2022 —The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) seeks entries for the 6th edition of the West Africa Media Excellence Conference and Awards (WAMECA). APPLY HERE
Fact-Checking Awards offer up to $12,000 cash prizes
DEADLINE: JULY 15, 2022 — The African Fact-Checking Awards 2022 seek entries from journalists, journalism students, and professional fact-checkers across the continent. APPLY HERE