NR und GIJN suchen German Editor

Update: Das Bewerbungsverfahren ist beendet.

Netzwerk Recherche und das Global Investigative Journalism Network möchten ihre Zusammenarbeit stärken und gemeinsam grenzüberschreitende Recherchen, den Investigativ- und Datenjournalismus voranbringen. Dazu schaffen wir die Position des German Editors, die*der diese Themen für das deutschsprachige Publikum aufbereitet, Entwicklungen beobachtet und darüber auch für ein internationales Publikum berichtet. Es soll sich zunächst um eine freiberufliche Tätigkeit handeln, im Umfang von ca. 20 Wochenstunden. Zentral sind gute Kenntnisse im Umgang mit Sozialen Medien, ein versierter Umgang mit der deutschen Sprache und sehr gute Englischkenntnisse. Außerdem wird ein gutes Verständnis des Investigativ- und Datenjournalismus erwartet. Die Ziele und Erwartungen orientieren sich an den Positionen anderer, bereits bestehender Regional Editors des GIJN und werden im Folgenden detailliert aufgeführt.

Bewerbungen mit einem kurzen Anschreiben und Lebenslauf (je 1–2 A4-Seiten), gern mit eigenen Ideen für die Ausgestaltung der Tätigkeit, bitte bis 2.5.2021 per E-Mail oder über unser verschlüsseltes Formular.

GIJN and Netzwerk Recherche are looking for a German Editor. Applicants must have a solid understanding of investigative and data journalism, with strong skills in managing social media. The position is aimed at strengthening and building networks and organizations of investigative journalists in the German-speaking world.

GIJN is an association of 203 organizations in 80 countries dedicated to spreading and advancing investigative journalism around the world. This is a unique chance to be at the center of the global hub servicing the world’s investigative journalists at a time of unprecedented opportunities and challenges. You’ll work with a dynamic international team, helping to spread tips, tools, case studies and resources about quality investigative and data journalism around the world.

GIJN publishes daily in nine languages on multiple platforms with the latest on investigative and data journalism. Our regional editors work on 20 different platforms, among them Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, WhatsApp, and WeChat. Our regional feeds include GIJN Africa, GIJN Arabic, GIJN Bangla, GIJN Chinese, GIJN en français, GIJN in Russian and GIJN en español.

GIJN is a distributed nonprofit, and this is a remote position: the successful candidate can be based anywhere with a strong broadband connection.

GIJN is staffed by an extraordinary multicultural team based in 14 countries. You’ll work in a collaborative network that is having impact every day on the front lines of journalism.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Aggregate, produce, and distribute content relevant to German-speaking investigative journalists worldwide.
• Obtain content from GIJN’s various platforms and from German-based sources, including information on such topics as investigative tools, techniques and methodology, award-winning stories, fellowships and grants, and conferences and training.
• Distribute content via social media and other media as appropriate.
• Find creative solutions to content distribution across social platforms.
• Produce and edit the GIJN German newsletter
• Coordinate, translate and edit translated stories and Resource Center material
• Facilitate and moderate discussion among GIJN followers on social media.
• Conduct outreach and assist in developing the field of investigative journalism in the German-speaking world.
• Respond to research queries from GIJN members and others.
• Serve as GIJN’s representative at conferences and other events and to the broader German-speaking journalism community.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Excellent German writing and editing skills.
• Proven record in managing social media platforms.
• Knowledge of WordPress and Canva is helpful.
• A solid understanding of investigative and data journalism.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to work remotely in a global, cross-cultural team.
• Clear and comprehensive English
• The successful candidate also will be self-motivated with good communication skills and an ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work flexibly in line with organizational needs and to effectively share knowledge, ideas and skills across the GIJN team.

Salary: We’re a nonprofit but we pay a living wage. Salary will depend on your experience and location.

Note: GIJN and Netzwerk Recherche are strong believers in diversity and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, or disability.