Volunteer Opportunities in Writing and Content Creation at Core Middle East News Organisation(CME)

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Applicant criteria

Nationality
No specific nationality required
Age
  • 7 - 60
Gender
  • Both

Opportunity criteria

Needed documents
CV, Cover Letter, passport sized photo of applicant

Opportunity description

Core Middle East News Organisation (CME) offers a volunteer opportunity as a content writer, which considers one of the media and journalism volunteer projects. It is looking for an international volunteer who has new ideas for the articles and content of this online publication. CME offers a great placement to gain practical experience in a challenging context as a volunteer journalist. As well, you will have the chance to join the editorial team and enrich CME websites with news articles.

Duties & responsibilities

As a journalism volunteer, you will be responsible for:

  • Working with a news agency that is covering news generally in the Middle East and in Palestine in particular. 
  • Participate in research for articles, and produce content and ideas for online publication.
  • Proof-read articles.
  • Submit work to editors for input and approval.
  • Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic.
  • Update website content as needed.
  • Prepare well-structured drafts using Content Management Systems.
  • Proofread and edit posts before publication.

Eligibility criteria

You must have:

  1. Bachelor's degree in journalism, or related field, either complete or in progress.
  2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  3. Knowledge of media production and communication.
  4. Respond well under pressure with a strict time limit.
  5. Quick and enthusiastic learner.
  6. Ability to accept constructive criticism.
  7. Deadline-oriented, inquisitive, with great follow-up and reporting skills.
  8. Ambition and a desire to succeed.
  9. Thorough with close attention to detail.
  10. Persistence and determination.
  11. No experience is required.
  12. Your job will be online and in English only. 

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About CME:

Core Middle East News Organisation (CME) was founded in 2021. It aims to build a global network of reporters, editors, and journalists from around the world. ​Its editorial choices are informed by the commitment of its cofounders and editors to universal principles of human rights, international law, anti-racism, and equal justice. It is an independent online news publication, educational resource, and hub for all peace activities and supporters of Palestine.

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