Media Expert Consultant – Ethical Media, Counter-Narratives, and Mentoring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Media Studies, Journalism, Communications, Human Rights, Peace and Conflict Studies, or a related field
• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in media production, ethical journalism, or media mentoring
• Demonstrated experience addressing online hate speech, misinformation, or counter-narratives
• Proven experience working with youth and/or minority communities

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of ethical and conflict-sensitive media practice
• Practical experience mentoring non-professional or emerging media actors
• Familiarity with Iraq and Kurdistan Region media and social cohesion dynamics
• Ability to work sensitively on identity-based and politically charged issues
• Excellent communication and coaching skills
• Fluency in Arabic; Assyrian and Kurdish (Bahdini) is a strong asset
• High ethical standards, discretion, and commitment to human rights and do-no-harm principles

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for the role to [email protected]. Please include ” Media Expert Consultant – Ethical Media, Counter-Narratives, and Mentoring” in the subject line of your email. Please note applications without cover letters will not be considered and female candidates are encouraged to apply. 

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