Blog Writer - InTouch - Lebanon

The Blogger is responsible for the input of the company’s blog and its social media pages

The blogger’s competencies:
- Creative Writing skills
- Media Editing skills
- Media Researching skills
- Visual Sense
- Interviewing skills
- Media Reporting
- Leverage resources

* BA in Journalism, literature or any related fields

Interested candidates, send your CV to hr@intouchmena.com

Journalist/Editor - Tracemedia - Lebanon

Looking for a Journalist/Editor with minimum 2 years experience in an ENGLISH MEDIA.

- Inspiring and motivating
- Trustworthy
- Works his/her way out in any difficulty
- Keen to get his/her job done
- Self-starter and learner
- Team player and dynamic
- Must be very fluent in English (reading writing and speaking)

media@tracemedia.info

Media Officer - Oxfam - Lebanon

JOB PURPOSE:
To maximise coverage of Oxfam’s programme and campaign messages in the Syria crisis response by developing and delivering effective media and communication strategies.

DIMENSIONS:
- Raises the profile of Oxfam’s Syria response programming in Lebanon media.
- Develops and delivers media work that has a significant impact on Oxfam’s public image - at national and international level - and makes sensible judgments, working within Oxfam policy and procedures.
- Makes decisions and solves problems on complex issues, requiring creative thinking to find best solutions and drawing on information from a variety of sources to inform decision making.
- Required to operate to tight deadlines, using independent judgement within clear parameters.
- Develops and implement projects which could be either stand-alone or part of larger programmes.
- Represents Oxfam to external contacts, especially journalists. Expert knowledge of Lebanese media environment and communication tools
- Capacity to independently produce quality media and communication materials (press releases, video, photos, audio, infographics.) that can be used by a variety of media nationally, regionally and globally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To regularly generate high quality media coverage of Oxfam’s programme and advocacy work, primarily for Lebanon but also occasionally international outlets. This includes developing press releases, reactive lines, questions and answers and to organise press conferences, media briefing, organising visits of journalists and celebrities to programme locations (including logistical arrangements).
- To produce digital contents (stories, photos, blogs, videos) to be used on Oxfam and other websites and to liaise with relevant staff at regional and Oxford level to maximise the use of the contents generated.
- To act as spokesperson for Oxfam in media interviews if required, and brief other staff ahead of media interviews or press conferences.
- To contribute to media and overall campaigns strategy planning for the Syria response.
- To regularly visit country programmes to ensure a direct link between programme work and media coverage, and to identify and generate high quality media and communication opportunities.
- To build relationships with media colleagues in other organisations (eg NGOs, UN agencies), to coordinate and collaborate on media projects.
- To build and maintain excellent relationships with Lebanese media outlets and maintain a database of Lebanese media contacts.
- To monitor and evaluate media coverage generated and to draw lessons to improve coverage, and provide regular analysis on Lebanese media coverage issues relevant to Oxfam’s programme and campaigns work.
- Flexibility to work out of normal offices hours is required, recognising media is not a standard “office hours” job.

Skills
- Minimum of 2 years experience for holders of a Masters Degree or 4 years for holders of a Bachelors Degree. The experience should be working in the Lebanese media environment, either as a journalist or as a media officer, with a proven record of generating media coverage.
- Strong writing skills, preferably with a history of writing for media, and ability to produce quality communication materials within tight deadlines.
- Strong organisational and personal management skills, with ability to prioritise work issues to meet deadlines.
- Strong social media skills (eg using websites/Twitter/blogs)
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships
- Good analytical and conceptual thinking skills with good strategic perspective, able to understand complex issues and information from different sources and present this clearly and simply
- Ability to work creatively, effectively and in an innovative manner and to identify and develop new ways to use the media to Oxfam’s advantage
- Excellent communication skills, in written and verbal

KSaleh@oxfam.org.uk

News Writer - AUB - Lebanon

The Office of Communication has an opening for the position of News Writer, in grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply not later than August 29, 2014.

I. Basic Functions:
- Covers and communicates university news and activities across traditional and digital platforms to the media and targeted thought leaders. Platforms include but are not limited to news releases, web-based stories, captions, bulletins and social media.
- Develops highly proficient, factual and persuasive news content aligned with local, regional and global news cycles.
- Establishes reciprocal contacts across the campus community to assist in staying current with news and developments that help to distinguish AUB as a unique and important leader in higher education, research and community development.
- Offers quality control in terms of copywriting and editing.
- Contributes to crisis communications strategy and content creation.

II. Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
- Bilingual English and Arabic language writing and editing skills.
- Five years professional experience writing news copy for traditional and digital platforms.
- Ability to write under deadline and to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational skills, attention to detail.

The letter of application with a copy of your CV should be addressed to the Human Resources Department with a copy to the concerned supervisor(s).

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Online

Fashion & Beauty Web Editor - Jamalouki.net - Lebanon

Jamalouki.net are hiring Full time Fashion & Beauty Editors for a well reputed Pan Arab website.

- Degree in journalism or fashion design or Public relations and advertising
- High Arabic writing skills
- Ability to write in an innovative way
- A flair for fashion
- Familiarity with Online platforms
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to perform well under stress

info@jamalouki.net

Internship - World Vision - Lebanon

An internship opportunity in communications at World Vision Lebanon, for an undergraduate student (second year or senior).

Opportunity: Internship Opportunity
Period: 2 months (August and September)
Organization: World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.
Website of World Vision International: http://www.wvi.org/
Link to World Vision (Lebanon): http://www.wvi.org/lebanon
Payment: The internship is not paid, but World Vision pays 300$ for transportation fees.
Working hours: Part-time
Skills of the Candidate:
Major: Communication Arts, Journalism, International Affairs.
Year at University: Junior or Senior Student.

mona_daoud@wvi.org

Arabic Writer and Translator - ArabNet - Lebanon

The Arabic Writer and Translator will be part of the content team at ArabNet, responsible for writing news and analysis about the digital media and entrepreneurship sectors in the Middle East. This is a unique opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the trends in Arab digital business and to connect with leaders in the domain.

This role reports to the Managing Editor.

Job Description
- Translate all English copy produced by or for ArabNet into Arabic
- Write Arabic articles to be posted on the website
- Edit all Arabic copies produced by or for ArabNet

Skills and requirements
- Outstanding command of the Arabic language
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Ability to combine speed with quality and accuracy
- Actively interested in entrepreneurship, digital technology, event coverage, and other digital topics
- Passion to read and explore news from the tech world
- Minimum 2 years of experience in journalism, translation, or related fields

jobs@arabnet.me

Communications Manager - Roche - Lebanon

The Communications Manager reports to the Country Manager of Lebanon. This position provides communications support and guidance to Roche team in Lebanon, with a major focus on external communications and PR.

Responsibilities
- Takes a leading role in developing, coordinating and implementing external public relations/communication strategy of Roche Lebanon including detailed media and PR management plans and prepares annual budgets, in line with the strategic priorities and business objectives
- Develops and maintains effective relations with media personnel, government entities, NGOs, and other external audiences to promote Roche’s image, activities and major events
- Drafts and edits press releases for Roche and speeches for Country Manager
- Follows SOPs and works in close cooperation with procurement department selects external communication service providers for Lebanon. Manages and coordinates work with external communication service providers (PR, advertising, media monitoring agencies…etc.) in the implementation of the communication plans
- Follows up and tracks the appropriate spending of the budget for the different functional activities
- Works with media monitoring provider and ensures timely dissemination of information to relevant internal audiences
- Manages and updates Roche Lebanon internet and intranet websites.
- Builds and maintains the external image of Roche through Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
- Promotes company’s achievements internally
- Disseminates global corporate communication information to relevant internal audiences
- Acts as a communications consultant to the country manager and local management team, as needed
- Plans, coordinates and supports all corporate identity and brand marketing activities
- Supports the marketing teams by contributing to the approval of promotional materials to ensure content quality of materials in line with global brands’ guidelines and local SOP
- Organizes internal conferences and seminars for staff
- Works in close cooperation with HR and Management on developing internal communication plans to engage and update employees on local and global initiatives
- Fosters sharing of best practices on the local as well as global levels

Requirements
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. bringing novel medicines to patients, we are dedicated to remaining a great place to work and to providing employees with programs, services and benefits that allow them to bring the best to the business and to their personal lives.

This challenging role requires the following experience and skills:
- A Bachelor degree is required, preferably in Journalism or Communications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate communications
- Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus
- In-depth internal and external communications skills are a must
- Knowledge of media landscape in Lebanon
- Proven ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across an organization and region
- Awareness of business issues and ability to turn these issues into strong communications messages and media
- Significant experience with social media tools and technologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent presentation, facilitation and listening skills
- Proven planning and project management capabilities
- Strategic thinker who has the ability to create, communicate and implement a communications strategy.
- Lebanese nationals and/or residents with work permit would be preferred

Apply Online

Associate Editor - Cloud961 Magazine - Lebanon

Cloud 961 is hiring a full-time associate editor to fulfill the following tasks:
- Conducting editorial research
- Conducting interviews and covering events
- Developing content for features
- Writing articles and news-stories
- Organizing contributors' articles and features as well as developing outlines
- Following up with contributors and team members
- Editing articles for grammar, syntax, spelling
- Proofreading and standardizing structure
- Fact-checking
- Structuring and mapping out each issue
- Other tasks as required by the Editor in Chief

Desired Skills and Experience
- Excellent command of the English language
- Good command of Arabic and ability to translate to English
- Interest in technology and social media
- Journalism or related degree preferred
- Previous experience in writtenmedia (online, offline) and reporting is recommended
- Own a car (transportation is compensated)

jobs@cloud961.com

Account Executive - Social4ce - Lebanon

The Social Media Account Executive will work within social4ce, acting as a link between clients and the agency. He/she is responsible for liaising between the client and other agency staff to coordinate social media campaigns.

The Social Media Account Executive will liaise closely with his/her clients throughout campaigns, often on a daily basis. He/she will manage administrative and campaign work, ensuring that this is all completed on time and on budget.

The Social Media Account Executive will report to an account manager.

The Social Media Account Executive role requires an individual who can harness integrated marketing communications, brand building, corporate communications, stakeholder engagement and issues management to advance the brand via social media.

He/she will be the primary point of contact for each brand’s social presence and will drive social media strategy implementation.

He/she has a strong grasp and demonstrable knowledge of social media, being immersed in it both personally and professionally.

He/she is able to produce excellent written materials (deliverables) and understand the importance of creating engaging content and maintaining the appropriate etiquette.

He/she has experience with a variety of monitoring and evaluation tools.

Responsibilities & skills
Strategy Implementation
- Implement the strategic plan developed by the account manager or lead strategist for building the client’s brand and enhancing customer loyalty via social media.
- Collaborate with client and partner agencies to uncover and articulate business needs and objectives, and provide appropriate recommendations strategies and identify/implement programs to achieve client goals
- Partner with teams on special projects, leverage content, design, digital media and engagement marketing groups to identify and, create and support new solutions and opportunities for consumers and Brand teams.

Campaign Management
- Ensure that daily program requirements are being executed and that overall strategy/program goals are being met, on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
- Provide daily supervision of client campaigns including (and not limited to) social media channel and community management, content creation, digital public relations, promotions, partnerships, blogger and influencer outreach initiatives, online events, etc.z
- Responsible for leading and implementing targeted, transparent blogger/influencer outreach campaigns that strictly adhere to WOM ethics and best practices.
- Ensure consistency of messages across multiple networks

Client management
- Responsible for ongoing execution of the social media strategy and programs of assigned clients (deliverables, account set-up, training, implementation)
- Provide clients with sound support and technical advice
- Attend client meetings on an ongoing basis, interface as needed with middle management level on client side

Reporting & analysis
- Lead social media monitoring efforts, distribute learnings, address issues and opportunities. Act as a liaison with internal client departments. Provide directional learnings and actionable insights across all metrics.
- Develop, manage and share trend reporting and opportunity landscape. Aggregate metrics and provide campaign scorecard across all execution channels.
- Manage social ad/media campaign(s), including all reporting and learning communication.

Monitoring & research
- Monitor online competitor presences/perceptions
- Ability to collect relevant data for social media audits and benchmarks
- Research new blogs and channels for relevance and trend identification

Qualifications
Languages
- English fluent: written and oral
- Arabic fluent: written and oral
- Abilities to deal within a multicultural environment

Presentation skills
- Ability to convince
- Exceptional communication skills with the team
- Excellent oral, written (copywriting), and presentation skills.
- Self-driven
- Results oriented, with a positive outlook
- A clear focus of high quality and business profit

Computer knowledge
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Social Media monitoring tools like Radian6, Buzzlogic, Omniture, Google Analytics…

Specific Social Media Skills
- High knowledge & usage of Social Media tools such as:
- Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Blogs, YouTube etc.
- Social media monitoring tools
- Strong content management and editorial experience
- Knowledge of social media monitoring / analysis systems & ability to translate this date into valuable insights to assist business & clients.
- Actively participates in a wide variety of social media activities such as blogging, community development and management, social bookmarking, commenting, etc.
- Understanding of popular social networks – design, functionality, users

Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, marketing, advertising, public relations, media studies, business and/or related fields.
- 2 to 3 years of digital (and traditional) account experience
- Previous experience with social media planning and implementation, including metrics and analysis and/or community management is a plus
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong team player
- Strong research and project-management skills

CV and motivation letter to careers@social4ce.com

Social Media Specialist - Transmed - Lebanon

Description
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop marketing and communications plans that leverage the social media space
- Develops content across owned and earned social channels. This could include blog posts, tweets, status updated, pins, photos and videos
- Creates, manages and grows business presence across social media channels, including but not limited to blogs, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram
- Updates and monitors user-generated content on social media outlets
- Researches and analyzes online communities, trends and conversations
- Stays current in the latest tools and social media tactics being used by brands, and in how to take advantage of opportunities to use new technologies and approaches
- Monitors effective benchmarks for measuring the impact of social media programs. Analyzes, reviews, and reports on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize results
- Monitor and engage in online conversations about the company and resolve consumer complaints found online
- Conducts public opinion and attitude surveys online to identify the interests and concerns of key groups served by the organization
- Trains and advises staff on the use of social media channels
- Coordinate with the company in charge of Transmed’s website in order to finalize improvements and proceed with launching

Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communication, Journalism, English or related field
- Two or more years of interactive marketing/social media related experience
- Experience with social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube & Instagram
- Concise writing skills with proper spelling and grammar

hr@transmed.com

Copywriter - Time Out Beirut - Lebanon

Time Out Beirut are looking for Copywriters #Socialmedia #journalistjob

Email CV and 150words sample to jobs@timeoutbeirut.com

Broadcast Journalist - BBC Arabic - London

Job Description
BBC Arabic is a multi-platform department, providing news and information to audiences across the Arab world and beyond on TV, Radio and Online, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. It requires a number of Broadcast Journalists to work across the range of its output.

Working under the supervision of Senior Broadcast Journalists, BJs produce accurate, informed and interesting news and programming to the highest possible standards. The role demands energy, creativity and flexibility, as well as a genuine passion for explaining the world to our audiences.

In addition, BJs will increasingly be expected to work closely with the rest of the BBC, building relationships that will be mutually beneficial and which enable BBC Arabic to take a leading role in the overall BBC coverage of the Arab world.

Main Duties
- To research, write, translate, edit or adapt items, stories or programme material.
- To find contributors and interviewees as well as other sources of material and/or actuality, as appropriate and to the required specification.
- To be responsible for a moving story, amending and updating material as required in order to build compelling and engaging news sequences. To think through and around editorial problems, developing realistic alternative strategies and approaches.
- To offer ideas for stories and items, programmes and series, attending pre-programme and planning meetings as required. To suggest new angles and formats on existing stories in order to bring them to life for the audience.
- To liaise closely with other team members and with contributors, reporters and stringers and when commissioning material to give effective guidance and feedback.
- To undertake pre and post production and studio work, live and pre-recorded. After appropriate training, use a range of video, audio & digital equipment and information technology to research, write, assemble, edit and deliver programmes in the appropriate medium, to the highest professional standards.
- To perform on air with or without a script, conduct interviews and chair discussions, live or pre-recorded.
- To voice and edit packages at the desktop.
- To produce graphics at the desktop and in collaboration with graphic designers.
- To use online production systems to produce content for BBCArabic.com
- To be familiar with different technical systems, including news production systems, demonstrate a willingness to learn to operate new technology systems and to be able to adapt to different working methods.
- To be prepared to take on any role required by the Editor or SBJ in response to the needs of the newsroom.
- To build strong relationships with other parts of the BBC, in particular within Global News.
- To deputise for SBJs in their absence as required.

Skills, knowledge and experience required:
- A full command and up-to-date knowledge of spoken and written modern standard Arabic, as first or equivalent language.
- A good knowledge of English, including complete comprehension of written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively.
- Significant recent experience as a journalist, with a good knowledge of production techniques.
- Ability to write, adapt and translate with accuracy, clarity and style appropriate to differing audiences and forms of media.
- Comprehensive knowledge of regional and international news.
- An excellent understanding of BBC Arabic output and audiences.
- Awareness of the growing importance of social media and the benefits and challenges it brings.
- Strong team working and highly developed communication skills.
- A good broadcasting voice and the ability to acquire the appropriate presentation style is desirable.
- Clear understanding of the future direction of Global News and the role that will be played by BBC Arabic.
- Ability to build strong relationships with key people in other parts of the BBC.
- Thorough knowledge of the BBC Editorial Guidelines and the values of the BBC.

COMPETENCIES
Editorial Judgement - demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.

Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
Communication - able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.

Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change.

Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.

Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.

Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organisation or job requirements.

Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Reports to SBJs and the Editor, BBC Arabic

Apply Online

Community Animator - Berytech - Lebanon

Berytech is currently hiring a dynamic Community Animator.

- Interested in social & digital media
- Looking to mix up with a passionate community of innovative entrepreneurs
- Have good communication and writing skills

Responsibilities
- Content creation – writing blog posts, articles, newsletters, communications materials, and material for relevant media channels, both internally and externally
- Social media marketing – creating, managing and growing Berytech’s presence and on-line community through blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and other strategically relevant online channels
- Customer relations – managing any online feedback forum, answering questions however they come in (phone, e-mail, Twitter, FB, etc) whenever applicable; regularly connect with tenants/entrepreneurs/investees (interviews, their own news, etc.)
- Events and event planning – Participate and coordinate with Berytech team in exhibitions, conferences and other external activities; attending industry event and planning meetups for Berytech community.
- Communications/marketing– participating in the strategic marketing/communications plans of Berytech where applicable; Monitor on-line off-line content regarding Berytech activities and entrepreneurs (pictures, comments, etc.)
- Public relations- managing incoming media requests and building relationships with industry journalists/bloggers; creating, executing and measuring media campaigns; Promote the mission and activities of Berytech in events at large, where applicable.
- Analytics – Using analytic tools and other measurement tools to provide reports on metrics, and continually find ways to improve on those metrics through testing and new initiatives

Requirements
- University degree (communication, journalism…)
- Minimum one year of professional experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Strong interest in social media and new technologies

info@berytech.org

Senior Corporate Communication Specialist - Azadea - Lebanon

The Senior Corporate Communication Specialist is responsible for setting a strategic communication plan, fostering and maintaining a powerful corporate image to its internal and external clients.

Key Accountabilities
- Handle media management to cover external communication needs and requirements
- Monitor corporate and internal communication budgets
- Set a strategic external/internal communication plan to increase visibility and improve Azadea's image
- Develop Azadea's Social Media and online activities
- Establish and oversee the implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility strategy
- Participate in establishing Azadea Foundation's strategic planning and activities
- Develop CEO Branding and visibility
- Develop key internal and external communication tools in order to keep the target audience informed and aligned with business needs and goals

Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Communication or equivalent
- 3/4 years of experience in corporate communication, public relations, event management or journalism
- Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
- Proficiency in MS Office

Competencies
- Planning and Organizing
- Attention to details
- Change and Adaptability
- Communication Skills
- Customer Focus
- Initiative
- Self Development

hr.lb@azadea.com

Journalist - Lebanese Transparency Association - Lebanon

The primary task of the journalist will be the following:

- Collect and analyze information to write news stories for publication or broadcast.
- Gather and verify factual information for stories through interview, observation, and research.
- Carry out tours in the field to track corrupted practices and report them.
- Hold interviews and meetings with representatives of public administrations.
- Create and upload news content for the newspaper website 'live' online reporting or real-time blogging when covering important events.
- Support the training of youth on journalism, and edit/sharpen the stories subsequently drafted by the youth for the on-line supplement.
- Ensure that the implementation of the program is in accordance with the mission of the overall program.
- In liaison with the Communication Department: select and process materials for the website and Facebook, and develop and implement a media strategy to promote the platform and project.
- In liaison with program team: produce constant feedback on the operation of the website and the overall work of the program team, and produce articles diagnosing the areas of corruption in the public administration system and recommendations with respect to elimination/reduction of corruption spots.

Requirements
- BA or Masters Degree in Journalism, Public Administration or equivalent.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic; French is a plus.
- Experience in writing articles with high and professional standards
- Ability to work on the field and conduct investigative journalism.
- 1 to 2 years experience required

nmerhi@transparency-lebanon.org

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.

Communication Officer - Mada Association - Lebanon

Deadline: Apr-30-13
Duration: 6 to 8 months part time

Mada is seeking a communication officer who will be in charge, under the supervision of Mada's executive coordinator, of developing and managing Mada's external and internal communications. This person will be contributing to the website; raising the understanding and awareness of Mada among partners, medias, Ngo's and public. He/she will be working collaboratively with Mada's team, and other stakeholders to ensure that Mada's communication tools convey the importance and the impact of the work done.

The Communication officer shall perform the following functions:
- Coordinating Mada's Website restructuring and redesign to make it more appealing with more consistency, interactivity, with a strong identity and ability to integrate web 2.0 tools.

The new website will reflect changes that had taken place at Mada and provide more relevant information about the projects and its members. The website should incorporate social media such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube among others.
- Developing and reviewing suitable communication tools for the association
(Brochure, business card, power point presentation …)
- Developing suitable communication tools related to Mada's membership system
- Relying on the use of the website and social media to mobilize volunteers.
- Designing a newsletter with updates on Mada's activities, materials and publications produced by the association (English and Arabic)
- Producing the annual report based on information's gathered from Mada's staff
- Manage the projects pictures data base
- Carry out other tasks as assigned by Mada's executive coordinator
- Attending regular coordination meetings

Education and knowledge
- Professional or university degree in Journalism, communication or related field.
- Excellent knowledge in writing, editing, proof-reading and designing communication documents for public dissemination.
- Experience in developing and implementing communications strategies
- Experience with web design program and development, preferably using open source technologies.
- Advanced computer skills, knowledge of Flash, HTLM5, CSS, Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop and CS6 will be a must.
- Fluently in English and Arabic, French is an advantage.
- Prior volunteerism and NGO experience is desirable

Skills
- Sense of organization
- Reactivity
- Relational skills
- Interest and familiarity with NGO's context
- Initiative
- Adaptability and flexibility - ability to work on several projects
- Commitment - respect of time limits

vacancy@mada.org.lb

Communications Officer - ANERA - Lebanon

ANERA is seeking a highly motivated communications professional to work with ANERA’s Lebanon team in Beirut. The incumbent should have a combination of writing, event-planning and photography experience, preferably with a strong background in public relations, communications, journalism or a related field. The incumbent must be able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and work well within a team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Writes stories about ANERA’s programs and activities in Lebanon.
- Takes and/or provides high resolution photographs and maintains photo library.
- Works in regular consultation with the Director of Communications based in Washington DC and in collaboration with colleagues in the Beirut office to respond to communications requests.
- Assists in the development of ANERA public communications materials within the context of established guidelines and in response to the needs of the Lebanon and headquarters offices.
- Builds and maintains lists of media and other Lebanon-based contacts.
- Ensures compliance with the external communications guidelines for ANERA.
- Coordinates production of short videos.
- Coordinates social media activities.
- Coordinates PR events.
- Completes any other tasks as assigned by the Director of Communications and as assigned by Country Director in Lebanon.

SUPERVISION AND GUIDANCE RECEIVED
The incumbent reports to the Country Director in Lebanon. For technical communications matters, the incumbent works under the supervision of the Director of Communications who is located in Washington DC. The incumbent is expected to carry out most assignments independently, including resolving most problems, coordinating work with others, and determining approaches and techniques to be employed.

PROFILE REQUIRED
- 3+ years relevant experience
- Proven ability to write compelling human interest and news stories
- Demonstrated ability to write, speak and read both English and Arabic
- Demonstrated ability and interest in photography
- A higher education degree in a related field (i.e. media, journalism, communications)
- Experience in social media
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance as well as within a team
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic working environment juggling multiple projects
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communications (both written and oral) skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Driver’s license

Desired
- Proven experience and contacts within the local, national and/or international non-profit community
- Ability to use Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and LightRoom
- Knowledge, experience and/or exposure to video production

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Interested applicants are requested to send their resume, their letter of intent, to anera@aneralebanon.org by April 20, 2013 latest.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Journalist - Lebanese Transparency Association - Lebanon

LTA is launching a new project, Corruption Investig@tor, that aims to facilitate and publish investigative journalism on corruption as well as to empower and train 240 young activists on topics related to journalism and social media. LTA will partner with a major news site to create a weekly online supplement focused on stories relevant to corruption in Lebanon. Corruption Investig@tor is a platform to encourage citizens to report corruption and raise awareness on anti-corruption efforts, and to alert citizens and officials in power towards about practices occurring in public administrations and institutions. The journalists will provide the public with reliable, objective news with the view to becoming a trustworthy and independent resource and reference for citizens.

- Collect and analyze information to write news stories for publication or broadcast.
- Gather and verify factual information for stories through interview, observation, and research.
- Carry out tours in the field to track corrupted practices and report them.
- Hold interviews and meetings with representatives of public administrations.
- Create and upload news content for the newspaper website 'live' online reporting or real-time blogging when covering important events.
- Support the training of youth on journalism, and edit/sharpen the stories subsequently drafted by the youth for the on-line supplement.
- Ensure that the implementation of the program is in accordance with the mission of the overall program.
- In liaison with the Communication Department: select and process materials for the website and Facebook, and develop and implement a media strategy to promote the platform and project.
- In liaison with program team: produce constant feedback on the operation of the website and the overall work of the program team, and produce articles diagnosing the areas of corruption in the public administration system and recommendations with respect to elimination/reduction of corruption spots.

Requirements
- BA or Masters Degree in Journalism, Public Administration or equivalent.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic; French is a plus.
- Experience in writing articles with high and professional standards
- Ability to work on the field and conduct investigative journalism
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
- Good knowledge of public administrations’ policies
- Advanced computer literacy with a focus on Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent knowledge and familiarity with the internet and the use of social media Qualifications
- Personal belief in and support of LTA’s mission and core values.
- Ability to work as part of a team, to take initiative, and to be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand an issue and to handle unexpected issues.

Submit cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications and work experience to Ms. Nadine Merhi on the following link: nmerhi@transparency-lebanon.org by Apr-20-13