Junior Editor – Migration News Sheet

Job Description

About the Migration News Sheet

The Migration News Sheet (MNS) is a not-for-profit news source focussing on migrants & refugeeswhich is available both on- and offline. It is published by the Migration Policy group (MPG) and covers high impact developmentsin the migration field, such as court rulings, newpolicies or crisis situations, particularly on the European, international and inter-governmental level. Available in paper format since 1985, the MNS website was launched in March 2017. It features daily articles as well as monthly analyses of key topics in the area of migration and asylum. The Paper magazine is also published on a monthly basis and contains the same articles as the website.

Job offers

MPG is currently looking for a Junior or mid-senior editor/journalistto manage all content aspects of the publication: from research to publication.At MPG, we believe in independent journalism. The successful candidate will thereforemaintainregular contacts with sourcesand find ways to get hold of official documents of various intergovernmental institutions which, though often not confidential, are difficult to obtain.S/he will also work independently to produce and distribute the paper publication. A basic knowledge of graphic design tools and a hands-on attitude are therefore necessary.

Key responsibilities

  • Seek out news and cross-check references
  • Draft articles in an objective and accuratemanner, providing a complete picture for every story
  • Publish articles on the website
  • Coordinate with other MPG team members for their contribution to thematic analyses
  • Format, print and send out the monthly paper magazine

Depending on the candidate’s skills, s/he may also take on communications responsibilities, including:

  • Draft and send the bi-monthly newsletter (Mailchimp)
  • Promote articles on social networks (Facebook and Twitter)

Type of contract: Part-time. 3 to 4 days /week, depending on the candidate’s online communications skills

Duration of the contract: 5 months, until 31 December 2017

Supervisor within MPG:Thomas Huddleston, Programme Director on Migration and Integration

Profile

Professional skills, knowledge and experience / Essential
  • Higher education degree
  • 1 to 3 years of experience drafting articles for online or offline media
  • Ability to summarise news, policy documents, and research
  • Excellent English (any other language is a plus)
  • Excellent proofreading and editing skills
  • Basic knowledge of HTML and Content Management Systems (WordPress
  • Basic knowledge of graphic design tools such as InDesign, Quark or Microsoft Publisher
Desirable
  • Higherlevel knowledge of HTML and Content Management Systems
  • Project Management skills
  • Online communications skills

Personal attributes /
  • Confidentiality and tact
  • Very good attention to detail and an eye for accuracy
  • Good team-working skills, including flexibility and commitment to the issues
  • Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise own work within agreed parameters
  • Ability to work independently and initiate activities as appropriate
  • Ability to work with people from different cultural backgrounds
  • Identification with the work and objectives of MPG

Other requirements /
  • Ability to work long hours on occasion

Deadline for applications:19 July 2017; but please send in your application ASAP as screening will be done an ongoing basis

Interviews of candidates:24 July – 27 July

Employment starting date:10 August 2017

Applications should be composed of thisApplication Form, an accompanying cover Letter of one page maximum and few examples of your work.

Applications should be sent electronically . No written applications will be accepted.