ActionAid Journalist – Content & Emergencies
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full time
SALARY: £32,292 - £34,570 p.a. negotiable
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 2nd April 2013
SALARY: £32,292 - £34,570 p.a. negotiable
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 2nd April 2013
At ActionAid we've undergone significant planned change to ensure we are better positioned to deliver lasting solutions to the problems of global poverty. A new structure and fresh thinking has re-energised the organisation. We've now created fantastic career opportunities for experienced sector professionals who want to be part of an organisation that is focused on delivering a bold strategy to provide sustained improvements to the poorest and most excluded people in the world. Join our action to end poverty now and be part of something truly amazing.
As a Journalist in our News & Current Affairs unit you will use your journalism expertise to raise our brand profile, reach and support by finding and pitching compelling stories to the media. Your work will encompass off-diary stories, features and reaction to breaking news and help position us as the go-to voice for relevant campaigns. You will also add value by increasing the flow of stories covering our emergencies and disasters response, in country development work and around our policy, advocacy and campaigning agenda.
With excellent knowledge of the media landscape you must have substantial experience working in media relations, print or broadcast journalism in a national, high profile organisation. Able to demonstrate a successful track record of obtaining influential media coverage, you will have excellent media contacts and a nose for a good story. An effective networker you work well as part of a team and have an eye for detail.
To apply
Please email your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@actionaid.org
About your application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
Recruitment consultancies / agencies should not approach ActionAid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.
All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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