Ensuring that our operation in Kenya runs smoothly and adheres to the best non-partisan and journalistic standards, in conformance with our editorial policies. The work will involve:
- Monitoring key claims made in public debate in Kenya and identifying those to fact-check in line with our editorial policies
- Researching, writing and publishing reports
- Editing contributor/researcher reports to ascertain they meet the highest journalistic standards and in line with our editorial policies
- Managing Africa Check’s growing relationship with the region’s media
- Contributing to our vibrant social media strategy in line with our editorial policies to develop and engage with more audiences
- Developing our contributor network in Kenya, including recruiting and training
- Commissioning reports from project researchers and ensuring they are of the highest journalistic standards and in line with our editorial policies
- Being the spokesperson for the Kenya office, including regular speaking engagements in line with our communications guidelines.
- From time to time you would conduct partner and client training on fact-checking
Qualifications
To be successful, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
- 5-10 years work experience in the media, media-for-development or development sector;
- At least a bachelor’s degree
- An enthusiasm and understanding of the growing role of fact-checking
- Great writing and editing abilities
- Superb numeracy skills
A competitive advantage would include:
- Competence with statistics and/or data visualisation
- News production experience from around Africa
- The ability to talk sensibly on television and radio