Media Officer
Position Overview:
Union of Agricultural Work Committees (UAWC) is seeking a Media Officer (part-time) to contribute to our digital media strategy and strengthen our public communications. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator with a strong understanding of local and international sociopolitical dynamics, particularly those related to settler colonialism, food sovereignty, and grassroots peasant resilience in Palestine.
This position is part-time and ideal for someone who is looking to deepen their media practice in service of land-based struggle.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement UAWC’s digital media strategy across platforms (website, Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook)
• Create engaging content (graphics, reels, short videos, photos, captions, stories) in English and Arabic
• Document fieldwork through photography, videography, and testimonies with Palestinian farmers, herders, fisher people, and rural communities
• Produce UAWC’s regular email newsletter
• Support campaign-based communications and solidarity mobilizations
• Monitor relevant media coverage related to Palestinian agriculture, land, and food systems
• Coordinate with international advocacy team and support production of joint media toolkits, statements, and publications.
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Required Qualifications:
• Experience in digital communications, media production, or journalism.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and verbal).
• Ability to create original content (photo/video/design) and use relevant editing tools (e.g., Adobe Suite, Canva, CapCut).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Strong awareness of the Palestinian context, settler colonialism, and international solidarity struggles.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external partners.
• Willingness to travel within the West Bank to document fieldwork and meet with communities.
• Alignment with UAWC’s mission and values.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with international solidarity organizing or advocacy work.
• Experience working with social movements or grassroots organizations.
• Background in documentary storytelling or media archiving.
• Strong understanding of digital security and best practices.
How to Apply:
Send your CV (maximum 3 pages), a cover letter (1 page maximum), and 2-3 samples of media work (social posts, graphics, videos, or writing) to [email protected] by April 20, 2025.
Subject line: Media Officer Application – [Your Name]
Only candidates meeting the required qualifications stated above and submitting their application as stated in this paragraph will be considered. Given the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by UAWC.
UAWC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, youth, and individuals from marginalized communities.
