Next Journalism [2011-01-30] 

  • Young Explorers Grants (YEG) offer opportunities to individuals ages 18 to 25 to pursue research, conservation, and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic's existing grant programs, including: the Committee for Research and Exploration (CRE), the Expeditions Council (EC), and the Conservation Trust (CT).E…

  • Deadline: 28 February 2011Published biannually, 8 Magazine looks beneath the surface and shines a spotlight on the issues that shape our world.Issue 29 of 8 Magazine – out in April – will be curated around the theme: ISLAM.We intend to explore the meanings, questions, permeations, contradictions and preconceptions that Islam repre…

  • Remuneration: R8000 - R10000 per month basic salaryCity: Cape TownJob descriptionThe Junior Editor will support the editorial team for both Word Travels and Expat Arrivals with fact checking, proofing, researching and writing travel related informationThe job does not involve international travel (sorry!) and is based full time in…

  • We are looking for a blog writer in Pretoria to write about repossessed houses and cars. Full time. R4000 - R6000 per month. Please send us your CV and an example of a piece written by you to ilze@myroof.co.zaRemuneration: R 4000.00 - R 6000.00 PER MONTHEmployment Type: Full timeRegion: Pretoria, Waterkloof GlenCompany: Classroom …

  • Call for a Guest Editor and Academic Advisor for Joto AfrikaDo you want to be a Guest Editor or Academic Advisor for Joto Afrika?About Joto AfrikaJoto Afrika is a publication thatcommunicates information about climate change adaptation in sub-Saharan Africa, through printed briefings, online videos and audio broadcasts. Content fo…

  • Deadline: 14 February 2011I have 26 pages of documents in the Amharic language that need to be translated to English. Please get back to me with your quote (price per word) and approximate delivery time frame.Required software: Adobe Acrobat.Deadline: Monday, February 14, 2011 17:00Apply here. …

  • 2011 BN Poetry Award for Ugandan Women

    Deadline: 31 March 2011BNPA 2011 IS HERE.This is the third round of the BN Poetry Award and we are looking for more poetic passion. The theme this time is HOPE.Criteria:Ugandan women residing in Uganda above 18 years of age.Poems must be submitted under the theme of Hope. Be as creative as possible.Poems must be 12 font single spa…

  • Deadline: 30 April 2011Guest Editor: Diane Lockward, author of four collections of poetry, Temptation by Water (Wind Publications, 2010), What Feeds Us, which received the Quentin R. Howard Poetry Prize; Eve’s Red Dress; and a chapbook, Against Perfection. Her poems have been published in several anthologies, including Poetry Dail…

  • Deadline: 14 February 2011About AvusaAvusa Limited was officially unveiled on the 20th November 2007 as the new name for what was Johnnic Communications Limited (Johncom). The company has evolved and grown remarkably over the years, to become one of the preeminent media and entertainment organisations in South Africa and the conti…

  • Deadline: 10 February 2011INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS, CAPE WEEKEND ARGUS, NEWS EDITORWeekend Argus is looking for a news editor to take charge of a vibrant newsroom that produces two weekend newspapers each week. The successful applicant will have a strong track record in journalism and experience in newsroom management. A passion for…

  • Deadline: 1 April 2011The Journal of Muslim-American Literature (JML) is a pilot project made possible by a United States Department of State grant. Its main purpose is to help establish the critical terms and parameters of Muslim-American literature/cultural production, clearly distinguishing it from any ethnic, racial or cultura…

  • Deadline: 28 February 2011Theme: “Right to the City: Bridging the Urban Divide”IntroductionThe world urban population has grown at very high rates over the past two decades. According to the UN-HABITAT State of the World Cities Report 2008/2009, it is estimated that by the middle of the 21st century, half of the world’s population…

  • Deadline: 9 February 2011Reporting to the News Editor, the jobholder will have the following responsibilities:Developing, reporting and writing news and feature stories for the title he/she is assigned to in finished form, so that no major rewrite is required or no extensive additional report is needed.Taking notes on location, ca…

  • Deadline: 9 February 2011Reporting to the Managing Editor – Daily Editions, the jobholder will have the following responsibilities:Reviewing own and other media’s coverage of education events to assess performanceAssigning reporters, correspondents and photographers to cover education eventsReviewing the performance of sub-editing…

  • Job Title: Sub Editor (News)Monitor Publications Ltd (MPL), a Nation Media Group (NMG) Company wishes to recruit well qualified and sufficiently experienced professionals to fill existing vacancies.These Challenging opportunities require individuals who are able to demonstrate a high level of Technical and Managerial ability in sp…

  • Africa's biggest online news service, allAfrica.com, seeks a Cape Town-based deputy to assist its managing editor.AllAfrica posts more than 1,000 stories a day, aggregating copy from about 100 news partners across the continent and publishing its own original content.We are looking for an experienced journalist, able both to train…

  • Deadline: 14 February 2011Call for article contributions for young women first! – A SAfAIDS Bi-annual SRHR NewsletterThe Southern Africa HIV and AIDS Information Dissemination Service (SAfAIDS) calls for article submissions for the second edition of Young Women First!, a bi-annual sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) n…

  • Deadline: 11 February 2011Required in Jane Furse for Babegi. Responsible for news collation and editing.Requirements: Gr 12, tertiary journalism qualification, experience as Editor/Senior Reporter.Send applications to: 0866676606(F) or admin@lesedingmedia.co.zaRemuneration: R 2500.00 - R 5000.00 PER MONTHEmployment Type: ContractR…

  • Deadline: 3 February 2011Asmaa of Translation Gate has a translation job from English into Zulu in Trados. It is 460 words.Rate: 0.05 USD/ Word,Apply here. …

  • Deadline: 29 April 2011CALL FOR PAPERSIn recognition of the life and works of Prof. J. H. Kwabena Nketia, renowned Africanist, teacher, ethno-musicologist, composer and poet, linguist and sociologist, and former director of the Institute of African Studies of the University of Ghana, Legon, and of the International Centre for Afri…

  • Deadline: 15 May 2011AiM 2011 SHORT FILM COMPETITIONCall for Submissions to the 2011 Short Film CompetitionAfrican filmmakers are invited to submit short films of no longer than 30 minutes for Africa in Motion’s prestigious annual short film competition, to which a substantial cash prize is attached.The competition specifically ta…

  • Donate Books For Library (Worldwide)We are seeking for the donation of books from the general public for our nascent library at Poet Against Child Abus3 (PACA). We are looking for books published before the 20th Century on any topic. However, 20th and 21st Centuries books are welcomed.PACA, a non-profit organization headquartered …

  • City: JohannesburgJob descriptionProvide training to junior reporters to ensure the best angles and perspective.2. Be the first to go through articles to ensure it has the best angle and contains the necessary information.3. Check all wires and communicate with the news editor to identify the news of the day. Use the wire copy to …

  • Deadline: 11 February 2011City: Cape TownJob descriptionJohn Brown South Africa is seeking to appoint a Managing Editor to work across two key titles and associated brand extensions. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and language skills, exceptional people management and production skills and an eye for detail. The p…

  • Deadline: 11 February 2011City: Cape TownJob descriptionJohn Brown South Africa requires the services of an experienced copy editor to work on a key custom publication and related material. This appointment offers a creative opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing team. This position is based in Cape Town (Observatory) and …

  • ISS Vacancy: Senior Researcher, African Conflict Prevention Programme (ACPP) Nairobi (Closing date: Position remains opens until post has been filled)The Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is an independent and non-profit applied policy research organization with a focus on human security in Africa. Its mission is to conceptuali…

  • Deadline: 28 February 2011Write & Win CompetitionINTERNATIONAL LETTER WRITING COMPETITION FOR YOUNG PEOPLEPostal Corporation of Kenya will run an International Letter Writing Competition for students inprimary and secondary schools where winners will be awarded cash prizes for their effort.This is part of the Corporation’s strateg…

  • Deadline: 30 April 2011Exclusive Books, in association with IBBY SA, is once again delighted to announce its sponsorship of the Exclusive Books IBBY SA Award, for the best original children’s picture book or illustrated children’s story book published in South Africa.For the Exclusive Books IBBY SA Award 2011, we invite submission…

  • The Association of Nigerian Authors represents Nigerian creative writers at home and abroad. It was founded in 1981 with the novelist Chinua Achebe as President. Its aims and objectives are to encourage and promote Nigerian literature; to encourage the collection, reading and transcription of oral literature available to the publi…

  • Search EditorLionbridge Technologies (Nasdaq: LIOX) is a leading provider of globalization and testing services. Headquarters are based in Waltham, Mass, USA. To learn more, visithttp://www.lionbridge.com .Role Description:The team at Lionbridge Technologies is seeking part-time freelance workers to join its team of Search Editors…

  • An Abuja based Communications Company that publishes a quarterly and annual editions of an educationally biased magazine is desirous of recruiting well grounded Professionals for her operations which will shortly include TV production. The following vacancies now exist:a) EDITORb) MANAGER, ADVERTS & MARKETINGc) FINANCE & ADMININIS…

  • Location: Capetown Northern Suburbs, GoodwoodMagazine Publisher is urgently looking for journalist/ copy editor for well known construction magazine. Remuneration to be discussed at interview. Must be young, energetic and have own reliable transport. Excellent scope for growth.Trademax PublicationsContact telephone: 0822666976www.…

  • City: Johannesburg - RivoniaJob descriptionChild magazine is looking for a Resource Editor in our Johannesburg office to compile our monthly "What's on" pages and to assist with the compilation of our monthly resources - for both the magazine and our website. Ideally, this position will suit a parent who knows Johannesburg and Pre…

  • Province: Western CapeJob descriptionChild magazine is looking for a Features Editor who will be responsible for compiling the monthly features list; commissioning and editing all the magazine's features and resources; organising and running features meetings; mentoring in-house writers; building relationships with freelance write…

  • Deadline: 4 February 2011Satellite TV and the internet have transformed the media landscape in the Arab and Muslim world. Although their development is a recent phenomenon, new media have not only opened up new opportunities for journalism but also empowered audiences and civil society organizations with unprecedented platforms fo…

  • We require Arabic translators, preferably with technical background, to help with translation of multiple projects. We need people with MSA, Gulf and Leban dialects.If interested, please send an email to resumes2 [at] yyztranslations [dot] com and quote job ID 2011020101 as well as your best per word rate in your subject line. …

  • We are looking for qualified Somali translators to join our team. The majority of translations will be of social and health care related nature. Translators must be able to work in a team with our staff translators and be able to alternate translation and proofreading assignments. We pay $0.08 per source word for translation and $…

  • Job/Internship type: Part-timeCOCO + CREME is looking for a Daily Editor. Duties include assisting editors with research, reporting and writing short articles/blurbs on fashion and beauty.- REQUIRED to write 5-6 post/blurbs per day that cover fashion and beauty news, designer and model profiles, daily articles + more- Ability to t…

  • Deadline: 11 February 2011Development & Alumni Relations DivisionProposal Writer (Four-year Contract Appointment with Service Benefits)(Ref. ADV/22/0111)The Development & Alumni Relations Division builds relationships with alumni, friends and donors of Stellenbosch University in order to grow their involvement with and investment …

  • Deadline: 14 February 2011With much that has already been written around the topic of the training regimen, specially of the Western dancer/ athlete, little theory exists of his/ her presence in the performance context and even less from the viewpoint of the African dancer/-athlete.In re-viewing/ re-searching the notion of being '…

  • Deadline: 15 March 2011Call for Papers: Special IssueNEW MEDIA, PUBLIC OPINION & DEMOCRACY IN THE ARAB & MUSLIM WORLDSatellite TV and the internet have transformed the media landscape in the Arab and Muslim world. Although their development is a recent phenomenon, new media have not only opened up new opportunities for journalism …

  • Black Rainbow Poetry (BRP) began in September 2009. The poetry group was set up to unite writers across the globe to share their passion with others. BRP hosts regular poetry competitions, allows writers to share, post and talk about poetry on the on-line facebook group with over 500 members.BRP was founded by Ijeoma Jacqueline Ok…

  • This was posted on allafrica.com and thestandard.co.zw last January 31, 2011:The Classic Association of South Africa (Casa Africa) has for the third consecutive time organised an essay competition on African issues aimed at encouraging and disseminating a multi-faceted and dynamic view on the African continent.The essays will be b…

  • Deadline: 7 March 2011Start date: 06 Jun 2011End date: 08 Jun 2011Location: LondonLanguage: EnglishPartners: Gerda Henkel Stiftung and Stanley FoundationThomson Reuters Foundation invites journalists to apply to take part in a major three-day seminar in London from June 6-8 2011. "Reporting on Terrorism and Global Security" will b…

  • Deadline: 21 February 2011Start date: 21 Mar 2011End date: 25 Mar 2011Location: Johannesburg, South AfricaLanguage: EnglishPartners: Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD)This course is designed to help journalists in Southern Africa to strengthen their reporting on financial and economic topics by developing their u…

  • Deadline: 25 February 2011Job Title: WriterAge: 29 and belowBeginning Salary: 300,000- But will increaseA fast growing media company in Uganda is looking for a good writer; the application process will be handled by this website.Job Description* Creating original works especially articles* Proposing topics about which to write or …

  • Deadline: 15 February 2011There are many fantastic literary journals out there, looking specifically for submissions from women, feminists, gays/lesbians, Jewish, Christian, African-American, et al. In creating this online literary journal, we’re providing an outlet for AND by everyone: every age, race, gender, sexual orientation,…

  • Call for Submissions from Writers of Color: Mythium Lit Mag

    Our goal is to spotlight colored writers of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the fields of poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction; professionally published or seldom seen; international or from around-the-way; writers who 'bask in the glow' or 'lay under rocks' - if you fall under any of these categories, then we are …

  • Deadline: 20 February 2011In 2011 Race, Poverty & the Environment (RP&E) is launching print-web-radio collaborations with other news outlets with production facilities in the Bay area. We will be utilizing radio journalists and print journalists to create cross platform coverage of stories on topics such as: low-wage immigrant wor…

  • Deadline: 1 March 2011In preparation for a special “International Issue,” Gulf Coast is seeking poetry, fiction, and nonfiction from writers based in and/or writing about cultures outside the U.S. We are interested in seeing both work originally in English and work in translation.Translations should be accompanied by a copy of the…

  • Deadline: 14 February 2011Comic Relief is inviting tenders from interested parties to undertake a review of the literature on the African Diaspora based in the UK and their role in international development.Expressions of interest should be sent to: Rupal Mistry at r.mistry@comicrelief.com no later than 14 February 2010.Purpose an…

  • Deadline: 2 April 2011Michael and Marylee Fairbanks International Fellowship or Tuition Scholarship for African and Caribbean WritersThe Fairbanks award supports a writer living in Africa or the Caribbean to attend the Conference.The Fairbanks award covers tuition, room, and board at the Conference; in addition, this special award…

  • Deadline: 31 March 2011GUIDELINES FOR THE NAOMI LONG MADGETT POETRY AWARD* This competition is open to African American poets only. If you have already had a book published by Lotus Press, you are ineligible. However, inclusion in a Lotus Press anthology does not disqualify you.* Any other serious African American poet, whether pr…

  • Cathay Pacific's Travel the World in 80 Days Video/ Essay Competition (eligible countries include South Africa)

    Deadline: 6 March 2011Cathay Pacific Airways Limited (“Organizer”) is the organizer of the ‘Travel the world in 80 Days with Cathay Pacific! Competition’ (“Competition”). All entrants should carefully read these Terms and Conditions prior to entering the Competition.A. Entry Requirements1. A person satisfying the eligibility requi…

  • What we’re looking for is a published poet who can lead a writing workshop in Arabic for Arabic-speaking high school students.Here are the major tasks, abbreviated. Everything takes place in July except where noted.· Assist with student selection process (March or possibly April)· Teach one introductory workshop session with selec…

  • City: Cape TownJob descriptionWe require an experienced journalist to join our small team based in the southern suburbs, CT. The position would include a wide variety of work ranging from reviewing wire copy and press releases, to interviews and news articles. The position would be based in our office and not require much travelin…

  • City: JohannesburgJob descriptionCharmont Media is looking for junior journalist to join our Johannesburg offices. We are a small, but dynamic, media house located in Northcliff, Johannesburg, and we are growing! As such, we require the services of new editorial staff members.The company has two titles: one in the transport indust…

  • City: RandburgJob descriptionMax My Ride is a performance car magazine. The suitable candidate will be required to write feature articles and do photography for cars and motorsport events, do internet research and work according to a tight deadline. Must have your own car and drivers license. This is a fun working environment. We …

  • Date: 19 February 2011LSE Space for Thought Literary Festival creative writing workshopTime: 12-1pmVenue: Alumni Theatre, New Academic BuildingSpeaker: Lauri KubuitsileLauri Kubuitsile will speak about the publishing climate in Southern Africa (in particular Botswana and South Africa) and how it’s different from the UK. She’ll als…

  • Deadline: 20 February 2011We are looking for a AR into ENG NATIVE SPEAKER FLUENCY translator with a good English style to translate a book (not technical). The style tends to be literary. The number of pages: around 115 pages.Turnaround: around 20 days.Please, provide a quick quote and send your CV and references to: info@almiaad.…

  • New Book: Man of the House and other New Short Stories from Kenya

    A Keele University lecturer has released a book promoting new Kenyan writers and their work.Man of the House and other new short stories from Kenya is the fourth in CCC Press’s series of World Englishes Literature Fiction, which aims to promote emerging writers unknown in the West.Edited and introduced by Keele University’s Dr Emm…

  • Deadline: 31 March 2011The Nigerian Studies Association Book Prize Committee is soliciting books for the 2011 NSA Book Award. *The deadline for the submission of entries is March 31, 2011*. NSA members are encouraged to submit their publications for consideration for the award. While the winner will receive a certificate and a cit…

  • I need one experienced academic research writer who has good writing skills and constant Internet supply at home. This is a full-time job and the writer should be very hard working and earn a lot from writing.Qualifications:* Degree or Diploma Holder* At least six months experience in academic research writing* Able to work under …

  • Deadline: 20 August 2011 for Long Beach, 11 March 2011 for OxfordWe are looking for the next generation of innovators who have demonstrated remarkable accomplishment and outstanding potential to positively affect the world.Who should applyWe are looking for an eclectic, heterogeneous group of young thinkers and doers from the fiel…

  • Deadline: 28 February 2011City: Northriding - JohannesburgYour role will include:• Manage external contributors• Manage at least three publications• Compile, Edit and ensure production of monthly business publications• Manage existing subscribers• Acquire new subscribers• Plan and execute direct marketing campaigns across all chan…

  • Deadline: 9 February 2011Remuneration: R12000 - R15000 per month cost to companyCity: Cape TownJob descriptionFAIRLADY Magazine is looking for a sub-editor in our Cape Town office. Applicants must have an excellent command of the English language, an eye for detail and at least three years' working experience in magazines or newsp…

  • Deadline: 18 February 2011Job Title Managing Editor SALBJob Type PermanentJob Description It involves editing, managing, producing and distributing the South African Labour Bulletin (http://www.southafricanlabourbulletin.org.za/).Requires:* knowledge of publication production* knowledge of the labour field and an interest in polit…

  • City: ClaremontJob descriptionA Cape Town-based publishing company (see www.gan.co.za) requires an editorial assistant to work on its business-to-business print titles. The successful candidate will have experience in writing and editing copy, be computer literate, and be comfortable speaking on the phone to a variety of clients. …

  • Deadline: 29 April 20112010 Submission Criteria for the Burt Award for African Literature - GhanaManuscript CriteriaIn the second year of the the Burt Award for African Literature in Ghana, manuscripts will be accepted through publishers only who are allowed to submit no more than three manuscripts per publisher. The manuscripts a…

  • Deadline: 30 September 2011THE BURT AWARD FOR AFRICAN LITERATURESupporting and encouraging a love of reading for young adultsWRITING COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENTThe Canadian Organization for Development through Education (CODE) in collaboration with the National Book Development Council of Kenya (NBDCK) and with the generous support o…

  • Deadline: 28 February 2011Company: Rimor Media LtdJob Title: Freelance JournalistJob Category: Media/ArtLocation: LagosJob Description:We are due to launch a fresh new lifestyle magazine – in Lagos, Nigeria. The Magazine is predominantly a “What’s on” type publication that aims to promote choice to readers and to help them achieve…

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