Vacancy: Content Writer Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION 

• TITLE: Intern Content Writer 
• SITE: Remote 
• SALARY: N50,000
• REPORTING TO: Chief Editor 

About AWiMNews   

AWiMNews is a specialised news platform dedicated to reporting African women-centred narratives and viewpoints on global matters, aspiring to become a leading authority in gender-focused journalism worldwide. The platform consists of three primary components: 

1. Open-access content comprising features and opinion editorials that emphasise the gender perspectives of current affairs, new research findings, policy developments, and other relevant subjects of interest. 
2. AWiM Member- Only content that delves into the experiences of African women within the media landscape, the depiction of African women’s issues in media coverage, and specialised series like the gender fact-checkers segment.
3. Agency content providing in-depth investigative reports on gender-related topics for dissemination to various news outlets and media channels. 

About the Role  

As a Content Writer Intern, your role involves creating engaging, informative written content for AWiMNews. This includes articles, blog posts, social media posts, website content, and more. You may be tasked with researching topics, drafting content, editing existing material, and collaborating with other team members to ensure a cohesive content strategy. This position offers valuable experience in writing, editing, and content creation within a professional environment. 

Job description  

• Conduct thorough research on industry-specific subjects to craft original content for AWiMNews. 
• Produce relevant content encompassing articles, news pieces, social media captions, and website materials. 
• Examine and produce various content formats. 
• Craft engaging headlines and body text designed to captivate the intended audience. 
• The incumbent will be expected to fulfil other associated duties as required within the scope of the position. 

Key Requirements and Qualification   

• Excellent command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 
• A degree in English language, mass communication or a related discipline.   
• Proficiency in relevant software tools such as Microsoft Office Word and Excel.  
• Communication skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision.  
• Knowledge of women-related issues.  

Benefits of the role  

Working with AWiMNews has several benefits, including working with a diverse team, gaining writing and editorial experience, and working from home.  

How to apply 

Share one sample of your work or portfolio of your published articles, along with your application and CV, with simbiat@africanwomeninmedia.com no later than 30 April 2024. 

NO FEE 

AFRICAN WOMEN IN MEDIA DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING)