EJN Mentor – Mediterranean Media Initiative

Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is seeking senior journalists and media trainers who have experience reporting on marine issues, ideally specifically in the Mediterranean region.

The trainers would also be based in a country in the Mediterranean region. EJN is initially seeking a new mentor to provide mentorship for journalists that are awarded story grants, though opportunities to support other project activities may arise for the right candidate.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The overall responsibility of the EJN mentor is to provide editorial guidance and support to the assigned journalists throughout this activity. To ensure that this will be a productive and rewarding experience for the participants, we expect the mentor to provide constructive feedback to their assigned mentees while sharing insights from their own experiences, wherever relevant.

The specific tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide mentoring support individually for assigned story grantees during the story production period. Mentors are expected to meet with the assigned mentees at least twice a month during the reporting period.
• Review story drafts and provide feedback on each version of the draft to improve the stories, while being mindful of grantees’ responsibility to their editors at work and respecting their editorial independence.
• Coordinate with EJN Mediterranean Media Initiative staff on administration and payment matters for the grantees, and for assistance in following up with them, as needed.
• Coordinate with the EJN Editor and MMI Technical Advisor to ensure consistency in mentorship, the quality of stories produced, and coordination throughout the activity.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of editorial experience, preferably with a background in ocean and environmental features and/or investigations.
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills.
• Experience in news reporting in the Mediterranean region.
• French or Arabic language skills is a plus.
• Ability to work well with others and meet deadlines.

How to apply

The deadline for applications is December 31, 2024. To learn more and apply, please click here.