GIZ is seeking a Media Literacy and Countering Disinformation Advisor to support the BRIDGE project in Syria. This role is crucial for strengthening the capacities of Syrian civil society and independent media, particularly during the country's current transitional phase. The project focuses on enhancing social cohesion and empowering women and youth.
The advisor will be instrumental in designing and implementing capacity-building strategies, conducting training, and managing activities related to media literacy and countering disinformation. The position involves developing strong relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and government officials to foster a more inclusive and united approach to Syria's recovery.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH |
| Location | Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic |
| Region | Middle East |
| Open to | Not specified (national position) |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Salary paid in Syrian pounds (SYP), benchmarked competitively for the Syrian labor market. |
| Application deadline | 25 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Media Literacy and Countering Disinformation Advisor will design and conduct capacity-building activities for media organizations in Syria, focusing on media literacy and countering disinformation. Key responsibilities include developing and delivering training, managing activities that promote credible information for Syrian citizens, and maintaining relationships with media stakeholders, government officials, donors, and local partner organizations. The advisor will also contribute to monitoring, evaluation, learning, project communications, and reporting, and will be responsible for developing relevant documentation and guidelines.
Eligibility
- University degree (Bachelor or Master) in Journalism, Media-related field, or other relevant discipline
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a similar position with an international or national organization or institution
- Highly-organised and detail-oriented, with strong ability to multi-task and deliver quality work on time under pressure
- Ability to keep track of and reconcile multiple data sources with minimum error
- Highly collaborative, team player and experienced in working in multi-cultural organizations and in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable with confidential information and materials
- Ability to work in an international multicultural team with loyalty, reliability and tolerance
- High motivation and ability to work independently and meet deadlines without compromising the quality of outputs
- Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic
- Knowledge of German is an asset
Benefits
- Opportunity to work for an international organization with a long-standing presence in Syria
- Contribution to strengthening Syrian civil society and media in a critical transitional phase
- Competitive salary benchmarked against the Syrian labor market (paid in SYP)
- Work in a diverse and multicultural team environment
Documents Required
- CV in English
- Application letter in English stating qualifications and previous professional experiences
How to Apply
- Submit your application to recruitment-sy@giz.de
- Indicate only the respective title of the position in the subject line of the email
- Ensure all application documents are in English
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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