Mali: Content Creator, Rooted in Trust At Internews Network

ABOUT THE PROJECT

The Rooted in Trust project works to combat COVID-19 rumors and misinformation in Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iraq, Zimbabwe, Colombia, Brazil, Mali, DRC, Sudan and South Sudan. We work to create impact at the local level and inform approaches to rumor management at the global level. The project is supported by a Global Technical Advisory team made up of media, humanitarian, data science and information management experts.

In Phase I of the project, we collected more than 19 thousand rumors in 14 languages and supported more than 30 local trusted information providers. In this critical phase of the pandemic, we will build on these efforts to listen and respond to the information challenges faced by vulnerable groups in humanitarian contexts, encouraging open dialogue between citizens and scientists and stronger and more collaborative partnerships between information providers (such as local media) and humanitarian and health sources.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Content Creator will generate multimedia content for social media, traditional media, and humanitarian agencies to distribute in response to information needs identified by the project team. Content Creators may create text, audio, video, infographic, data visualization, or other formats of accurate and targeted “news you can use” for the affected population most at risk for spreading false health information or engaging in behaviors that increase risks for themselves and their communities.

LOGISTICS

This is a remote-first position. The ideal candidate is based in Mali; however, remote candidates based elsewhere will also be considered. You must have work authorization in your location that does not require sponsorship from Internews.

Wherever possible, we work to try to find solutions for international hiring that work for both the company and the candidate. This means that some of the particulars around the offer for a role will be dependent on several factors, and that the benefits and salary structure that apply to a position will ultimately be based upon the candidate’s location and where the role is hired.

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:

• Create relevant content in multiple formats, including text, audio, video, infographic, data visualization, and other forms of online campaign;
• Align content with insights and analysis produced by social media monitoring, face-to-face listening activities and information ecosystem analysis produced by the project team;
• Work with the project team to tailor content to various audiences, particularly online and on social media;
• Collaborate with journalists, influencers, bloggers, and public health officials to develop evidence-based content;
• Manage online presence of the project as necessary;
• Deliver regular reporting to the project team;
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor; and
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values. QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• Strong knowledge of the Malian social media ecosystem
• Experience creating widely distributed online content for journalism, humanitarian, or public health purposes
• Native-level fluency in French language
• Good speaking, reading, writing skills in English**Preferred**

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

• Knowledge of humanitarian communications, public health communications, and crisis response techniques considered an asset, particularly related to COVID-19
• Video production and editing skills; photo editing skills a plus
• Graphic design and data visualization skills; knowledge of relevant software to produce infographics a plus
• Strong software skills to ensure proper design and layout of the regular reports
• Knowledge of other languages widely spoken in Mali a plus
• Self-motivated and used to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of and commitment towards editorial values of the project

Note: This position is posted in a High Physical Risk location. Conditions in the field may include, but are not limited to, the following: compound living quarters, limited mobility outside of designated areas, limited in-country medical care or pharmacy, limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables, limited access to high-speed internet, dress code requirements, unaccompanied posting, and required advanced safety and security training. If selected for an interview for this position, ensure you discuss specifics of living and working in this unique operating environment and consider them at length during the recruitment process.