SAJA Job Listings: Compiled by Maha Atal

The Center for Public Integrity is seeking a project director to lead our ongoing investigative coverage of the financial crisis and its fallout, both in Washington and nationwide. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the financial markets, the Fed, the Treasury Department, and the financial regulatory agencies, along with investigative chops, a reservoir of reliable sources, and an impressive resume of successful investigative journalism projects on business and finance. Clear writing and strong people skills also a must. Competitive salary and collegial atmosphere. Come join us at the forefront of non-profit investigative journalism. In the past six months, The Center for Public Integrity has won awards from IRE, the Overseas Press Club, Sigma Delta Chi, the Association of Health Care Journalists, and Society of Environmental Journalists, and others. The Center’s ground-breaking Who’s Behind the Financial Meltdown? project represents the best example of how we work and our pursuit of journalistic excellence. The salary is negotiable and the job comes with an excellent benefits package. No phone calls, please. All interested applicants should send resumes to financeproject@publicintegrity.org

Description of duties and qualifications: UNICEF is looking for a part time Radio Producer/Writer to create new radio content about and relevant to children; develop the “Let’s Talk Children”/Podcast programming; produce programming, under the guidance of the Internet, Broadcast & Image Section (IBIS), UNICEF generated radio/audio content and radio content created by various outside sources, including children; work with relevant people within the Division of Communications to appropriately brand radio initiatives; make radio programming available via the UNICEF website and other websites; promote UNICEF Radio & Podcasts; coordinate ad hoc radio content and distribution.

Qualifications include extensive experience in radio and audio production; good technical knowledge of relevant equipment such as Pro Tools; knowledge of youth issues; experience with UNICEF Radio a plus.

To Apply: Email a cover latter and your resume to ibisapplications@unicef.org. Please use “Radio Producer” as the subject of your email.

Deadline: August 21, 2009

Do you believe in transparency and want to hold government, corporations, and institutions accountable to the public trust? If so, we want you.

The Center for Public Integrity is seeking a Web editor to coordinate the editorial, graphic, multimedia, and interactive content of the Center’s website and other Center-owned sites. This position will work with consultants and Center staff to develop and implement innovative strategies to drive traffic, engage audiences, and increase visitors and supporters. He or she will write and post features, blogs, editorial content, and develop online newsletters. The Web editor will ensure content coordination with the editorial and development departments. He or she will work with the technical Webmaster and IT manager on researching, assessing, and implementing cutting edge technology for the site.

The Center for Public Integrity was founded in 1989 as a non partisan investigative journalism organization working in the public interest and focusing on the quality of its work, regardless of where the findings lead. The Center does not serve as an advocate for certain points of view nor does it take positions on issues. Rather, the Center seeks to do the hard digging and present the highly credible facts, thus serving as a catalyst for others to take action, change laws, or develop policy recommendations.

We are looking for candidates who can write fluidly and flawlessly. In addition, candidates should have proven experience in delivering high quality Web content with impact.

Competitive salary and a generous benefits package. Located in Washington, DC on Farragut Square with Metro access. The Center promotes a diverse workplace.

You know who you are. Send your resume to emcpeake[at]publicintegrity.org.

Director, Case Studies Development - The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has awarded the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism a $1.25 million grant to establish the Knight Case Studies Initiative to promote journalism leadership. We now seek a Director, Case Studies Development. Designed for classroom instructional use, case studies illustrate real-life decision making by publishers, executive editors and senior correspondents focusing on the editorial, ethical and economic aspects of the decision-making process. The Director, in addition to writing cases, will work with technology and media specialists to design the format for case presentation and work with the faculty to integrate case studies into the curriculum. A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 to 7 years related experience in newsroom management, or the development and writing of case studies, required.

For more detailed position specifications and to apply follow the link to http://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=101468

For more information about the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism follow the link to http://www.jrn.columbia.edu/

Case Studies Writers (2) - The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has awarded the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism a $1.25 million grant to establish the Knight Case Studies Initiative to promote journalism leadership. We seek two case studies writers. Case writers will research, write and edit case studies for classroom instructional use. Case studies illustrate real-life decision making by publishers, executive editors and senior correspondents focusing on the editorial, ethical and economic aspects of the decision-making process. A bachelor’s degree [preferably in journalism, communication or a related field] and 3 to 5 years related experience is required. Experience as a journalist, writer or editor is desired.

For more detailed position specifications and to apply follow the link to http://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=101480

For more information about the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism follow the link to http://www.jrn.columbia.edu/

Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) is a growing charitable
organization that harnesses the power of the media to combat human
rights abuses. By building the capacity of the media to report
effectively on human rights issues, JHR’s work pressures abusers to
stop and empowers victims to fight back.

JHR has an immediate opening for an expert trainer to be based in
Accra, Ghana. The successful candidate will work in partnership
with one other expert trainer to organize and conduct human rights
reporting workshops for journalists around the country. Frequent
travel to different regions of the country is required. The six
month position will start late July or early August (specific start
date is somewhat flexible).

Skills:
-knowledge of and ability to teach journalism topics including
ethics and basic reporting skills
-knowledge of human rights issues in West Africa
-excellent facilitation skills including ability to actively engage
workshop participants
-strong organizational skills combined with flexibility
-knowledge of a Ghanaian language preferred
-must be a Canadian citizen but may currently be living overseas

Experience:
-significant journalism experience
-background in either print, radio or television with a working
knowledge of all three mediums
-experience teaching or facilitating
-significant experience living and working in a cross-cultural
environment
-advanced degree in journalism or human rights preferred
-experience living and working in Ghana or other West African
country preferred

Airfare (if not already in Ghana) and visa will be covered. A
$1500CDN monthly stipend is provided to cover rent, food, health
insurance, etc.

Interested parties are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications
will be considered on an ongoing basis until a suitable candidate is
hired.

Send applications to:
Nikki Whaites
International Programs Director
Email: nikki@jhr.ca
fax: 416.413.1832

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

On behalf of the National Wildlife Federation, the national search firm Isaacson Miller is advertising the position of Vice President, Strategic Communications to your members. Below is a position profile and application instructions. We hope that you can advertise this opening to your members as you see fit. Thank you in advance for your help.

Erin Sullivan
Intern, Isaacson Miller
www.imsearch.com

NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION
Vice President, Strategic Communications
Reston, Virginia

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF), the nation’s largest conservation education and advocacy organization, seeks a Vice President, Strategic Communications. NWF’s mission is to inspire Americans to protect wildlife for our children’s future. NWF advances its conservation goals through local and regional programs across the country, working with 47 state-level affiliate organizations and over four million members. In a key senior position at NWF headquarters, the Vice President, Strategic Communications will design and implement communications strategies that advance the goals of the Federation’s five-year strategic plan.

The role calls for a talented professional with substantial experience in public relations or public affairs, political or advocacy communications, social marketing, media, and/or related fields. Successful experience within a large, complex and decentralized advocacy organization is strongly preferred. Exposure across the public, commercial, and non-profit sectors is an asset. Candidates must have experience with cutting-edge communications tools and technology, a track record of success in implementing strategic communications plans, and the intelligence, drive, and interpersonal skills to be a respected colleague and leader.

Inquiries, applications, or request for a detailed position profile should be directed to Sheryl Ash at Isaacson, Miller via email: 3219@imsearch.com.

COMMITTEE TO PROTECT JOURNALISTS
Research Associate, Africa Program

The Committee to Protect Journalists is seeking a Research Associate for the
Africa program to work in our New York office. The ideal candidate will have
some knowledge of press freedom and human rights issues in sub-Saharan
Africa, strong writing and reporting skills, and the ability to work
independently as well as collaborate with a small team. Strong oral and
written communication skills in English and French are essential.

Primary responsibilities include: conducting daily research on English and
French language news Web sites, conducting telephone interviews with African
journalists and press freedom advocates in the two languages, preparing
alerts and case summaries on press freedom violations, and working with the
Africa Program Coordinator on regional advocacy efforts.

Please send a resume, cover letter, contact information for three references
and an unedited writing sample to: Julia Crawford, Africa Program
Coordinator, Committee to Protect Journalists, 330 Seventh Avenue, 11th
floor, New York, NY 10001. Fax: 212-465-9568. E-mail: jobs@cpj.org. No phone
calls, please.

The Non-Profit Personnel Network (NPPN) has been retained by the New Mexico Media Literacy Project to conduct a search for their new Executive Director.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Join a growing, dynamic media literacy organization in one of the country’s most beautiful areas, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Executive Director is responsible for leading and guiding the organizational and programmatic vision of NMMLP by implementing the its strategic direction; supporting its long-term growth and financial stability; providing strategic vision/leadership of resource development and programming; managing finance, operations and administration; overseeing/growing fundraising strategies; hiring/directing/supporting program and operations staff; serving as primary staff liaison to the departments and staff of Albuquerque Academy, NMMLP’s parent organization. See www.nmmlp.org for more details.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of media, arts, or nonprofit management experience, preferably in a creative and team-oriented environment; Demonstrated business, financial, and strategic planning skills; Proven ability to raise funds and develop resources; Skilled manager, negotiator and mediator with strong interpersonal, team-building skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Knowledge of institutional image-building and relationship-building, marketing, and external relations. Bilingual preferred.

NMMLP is committed to the principles of equal employment and affirmative action. We believe our continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or military service.

Send cover letter and resume to:
Non-Profit Personnel Network
29350 Southfield Road, Suite 119
Southfield, MI 48076
NPPN@prodigy.net.