Editorial Internship Opportunity
An Internship opportunity to work with the publisher of a leading lifestyle publication has opened up. If you are a recent graduate, have experience in writing, are self motivated with a high level of enthusiasm, have a strong desire to learn and grow your career as a writer and have a passion for magazines, investigative and entertainment journalism, please send your resume and cover letter stating why you think you are an ideal candidate for this internship and how this internship will assist you in pursuing your career goals, to: info@eadestination.com.

Please indicate the words ³Editorial Internship May 2014³ in the subject line.

If you do not meet the stated criteria please do not apply.
 If your application does not meet the submission requirements/criteria, it will automatically disqualified.

Deadline for receiving applications is Saturday 26th April at 5:00pm. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To provide editorial and administrative support to the Media & Communication functions to ensure publications are produced in good quality and in a timely fashion. The successful candidate will work with the Communications Officer and contracted service providers in art, design, and production to keep publications on track.
Fixed term contract of 3 months with a probation period of 1 month.Reporting to the Media & Communications Officer, the post holder will:-Interact with line programme officers to ensure the publications are on schedule forproduction.Assist in coordinating various publications and IEC materials through internal andexternal processes (e.g. graphic design/layout and quality control).Copy edit and proofread draft publications and fact check to ensure accuracy.Ensure the look and feel of publications adhere to the KHRC house style.Provide administrative and clerical support to the department.Performs other duties as assigned.To be successful in this role the post holder will have the following:Bachelor of Arts degree in English or Journalism (preferred)Experience in copy-editing and proofreading.Knowledge of artwork presentation (ability to discuss composition, design, etc.) requiredKnowledge of human rights writing is an added advantage.Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required and familiarity with InDesign is anadded advantageStrong writing skills; especially good grammar and spelling skills Copyediting and proofreading skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required. Strong analytical skills Good interpersonal skills Must have the ability to pay close attention to details. Must have the ability to organize. Must have the ability to meet deadlines, work well under time constraints and handle multiple project elements simultaneously.
If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and including daytime telephone contact and three referees, preferably your current or previous line managers to admin@khrc.or.ke quoting the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. The closing date for this position is on 22nd March 2013.KHRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and will recruit the most qualified person irrespective of race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or nationality. Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only successful candidates will be contacted

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ReliefWeb Editorial Assistant SB3 Level 5 - (2 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the Editor in charge of the time zone in managing the daily updating of ReliefWeb content during Nairobi operation hours:

• Ensure the timely delivery of relevant and quality content provided by information partners and sources

• Ensure timely initiation of coverage for sudden onset crises/disasters

• Ensure the agreed outputs are delivered within the operating hours allotted to the Nairobi editorial team

• Ensure the adherence to the established work flow and editorial guidelines by the editorial team members assigned to the time zone

• Coordinate and provide direct supervision to the work of the editorial contractors and interns when applicable

• Coordinate content management with the editorial teams in other duty stations and ensure appropriate hand-over on a daily basis

• Monitor and report any technical problems as per the standard operating procedures

• Perform the function of Editor in charge of the time zone during his/her absence

Assist in continuous enhancements of the ReliefWeb content and services:

• Take part in detailed monitoring and analysis of the situations under the geographical responsibilities of the office

• Contribute to the discussion on content strategy and enhancement development projects as appropriate

• Contribute to the promotion of the use of the ReliefWeb platform and further engagement with information partners as appropriate

Perform any other duties as assigned

Competencies Professionalism

Knowledge of editorial standards and online information management guidelines.
Ability to undertake independent research, identify and assess issues and develop accurate retrieval tools for relevant materials for the needs of a specialized audience (humanitarian response community).
Ability to apply controlled subject terminology to add metadata to documents published online. Ability to follow specialized classification guidelines and to follow specific document selection criteria.

Planning and Organising

Ability to work with minimal amount of supervision, sound organisational skills and ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan.

Commitment to continuous learning

Initiative and willingness to learn new skills and flexibility to changes in assignment.

Technological Awareness

Solid computer skills, particularly in using relevant information databases, internet services, website editor and “spider” search software, and library sources.

Communication

Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

Teamwork

Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; ability to follow specific team workflow procedures to ensure timeliness, reliability of service to humanitarian community.

Terms of Service

The Service Contract is a modality of hiring of UNDP development project personnel, where UNDP at the request of an executing entity, or implementing partner under the harmonized operational modalities or where UNDP itself serves as executing entity/implementing partner of a development project provides personnel contracting services to support execution or implementation of the project.

This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under a SC serve in their individual capacity and not as representatives of a government institution, corporative body or other authority external to UNDP. Therefore the incumbents shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN system or the Government and therefore are not entitled to any diplomatic privileges, or to any other special status or conditions.

Required Skills and Expertise

Education:

KCSE Grade C and certificate in either international affairs, social sciences, library sciences, or other related studies relevant to humanitarian affairs are desirable. University degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

At least three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience within the UN system or with entities operating in the humanitarian, human rights or development sector, including experience in communication, information management, online editing, desktop publishing or journalism.

Language and IT Skills:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of second official UN language desirable.

• Knowledge of automated information systems as applied to libraries and/or information networks.

• Practical skills in using PC-based office automation software are mandatory.

• Practical skills in using hypertext Markup Language (HTML), World Wide Web, Front-page Editor or other HTML editor software, are essential.

• Practical skills in applying controlled subject terminology to add metadata to documents published online.

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ReliefWeb Editorial Associate SB3 - Level 6

Duties and Responsibilities

1 Assist the Editor in charge of the time zone in managing the daily updating of ReliefWeb content during Nairobi operation hours:

· Ensure the timely delivery of relevant and quality content provided by information partners and sources

· Ensure timely initiation of coverage for sudden onset crises/disasters

· Ensure the agreed outputs are delivered within the operating hours allotted to the Nairobi editorial team

· Ensure the adherence to the established work flow and editorial guidelines by the editorial team members assigned to the time zone.

· Coordinate and provide direct supervision to the work of the editorial contractors and interns when applicable.

· Coordinate content management with the editorial teams in other duty stations and ensure appropriate hand-over on a daily basis.

· Monitor and report any technical problems as per the standard operating procedures.

· Perform the function of Editor in charge of the time zone during his/her absence

2 Assist the Editor/officer-in-charge in the operation of the ReliefWeb Nairobi office:

· Provide administrative support in liaise with the Administrative Unit of OCHA IRIN as needed

3 Assist in continuous enhancements of the ReliefWeb content and services:

· Take part in detailed monitoring and analysis of the situations under the geographical responsibilities of the office

· Contribute to the discussion on content strategy and enhancement development projects as appropriate.

· Contribute to the promotion of the use of the ReliefWeb platform and further engagement with information partners as appropriate

4 Perform any other duties as assigned

Competencies Professionalism

· Knowledge of editorial standards and online information management guidelines.

· Ability to undertake independent research, identify and assess issues and develop accurate retrieval tools for relevant materials for the needs of a specialized audience (humanitarian response community).

· Ability to apply controlled subject terminology to add metadata to documents published online.

· Ability to follow specialized classification guidelines and to follow specific document selection criteria.

Planning and Organizing

· Ability to work with minimal amount of supervision, sound organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan.

Commitment to continuous learning

· Initiative and willingness to learn new skills and flexibility to changes in assignment.

Technological Awareness

· Solid computer skills, particularly in using relevant information databases, internet services, website editor and “spider” search software, and library sources.

Communication

· Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

Teamwork

· Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; ability to follow specific team workflow procedures to ensure timeliness, reliability of service to humanitarian community.

Terms of Service

The Service Contract is a modality of hiring of UNDP development project personnel, where UNDP at the request of an executing entity, or implementing partner under the harmonized operational modalities or where UNDP itself serves as executing entity/implementing partner of a development project provides personnel contracting services to support execution or implementation of the project.

This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under a SC serve in their individual capacity and not as representatives of a government institution, corporative body or other authority external to UNDP. Therefore the incumbents shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN system or the Government and therefore are not entitled to any diplomatic privileges, or to any other special status or conditions.

Required Skills and Expertise

Education:

KCSE Grade C with advanced certificate in either international affairs, social sciences, library sciences, or other related studies relevant to humanitarian affairs are desirable.

University degree is an added advantage

Experience:

At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience within the UN system or with entities operating in the Humanitarian, Human Rights or Development sector, including experience in Administration, Communication, Information Management, online Editing, Desktop Publishing or Journalism.

Language and IT Skills:

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of second official UN language desirable.

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Paid internship at a leading online media house in Kenya

Ghafla! is a local entertainment website that attracts and serves large online audiences in Kenya

We are seeking to recruit an passionate and self- motivated individual to the position of Editorial Intern.

Job Ref: HR-SPIA-09-201 1

Job Purpose:

The job entails seeking out, editing and posting articles to the Ghafla! website.

Key result areas will include:

Volume of articles on a monthly basis.Quality of articles posted to the website.Skills, knowledge and experience requirement:
At LEAST six year's worth working experience in a busy commercial environment.Excellent planning and execution skills.Excellent analytical skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Proactive in developing solutions.Getting paid to party.Smartphone with fully paid phone bill.Food and snacks provided for at the office.High speed internet with a general high-tech computing environment.No restrictions on social media in the office.... and many more.

If you are interested, please send your resume or enquiries to:

Email: info [at] kenyanlyrics [dot] com

Website: http://www.ghafla.co.ke/

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