Journalist Case Investigator

Afghanistan Journalists Support Organization (AJSO):

The Afghanistan Journalists Support Organization (AJSO) is a non-profit organization in Germany. Our mission is to promote freedom of expression, support media rights, and advocate for the protection of Afghan journalists. We aim to empower Afghan journalists by fostering a diverse and independent media environment where they can work without fear and contribute to a vibrant media landscape. AJSO is dedicated to creating a pluralistic, peaceful, and democratic media community in Afghanistan, embracing cultural, linguistic, and ethnic diversity, and upholding social justice and gender equality 

•    Overview:
The Journalist Case Investigator will be responsible for managing the investigation and documentation of Afghan journalists' cases, particularly those in Pakistan, Iran, and other countries. This role involves reviewing submitted information, verifying work history and threats faced by journalists, and ensuring accurate data entry into the organization's database system. The position requires close coordination with Afghan journalists, journalist support organizations, and internal departments to gather and maintain comprehensive case records. Additionally, the role includes organizing meetings with local colleagues to discuss and address relevant cases.

Key Responsibilities:
1.    Database System Management:
•    Responsible for reviewing documents and information submitted by Afghan journalists in Pakistan, Iran, and other countries.
•    Conduct thorough investigations into the submitted information regarding the work history and threats faced by Afghan journalists.
•    Ensure communication and coordination with Afghan journalists and journalist support organizations to gather accurate information.
•    Coordinate with the database department and other relevant sections to register and log journalists' cases.
•    Organize meetings with local colleagues.
•    Provide reports to the Afghanistan Journalists Support Organization and Reporters Without Borders.
 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or social sciences.
• Work experience: At least 2 to 5 years in investigation, research, or journalism.
• Familiarity with investigative methods, knowledge of freedom of expression issues, and an understanding of the journalism community in Afghanistan.
• Proficiency in computers and investigative research tools.

• While sending your CV & Cover letter, please mention the vacancy number, and position in the subject line, Applications received after the closing date and without a subject line will not be given consideration.
• Only short-listed candidates whose application responds to the above criteria will be contacted for a written test.
• Women are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet the above-mentioned requirement should not send their application to the vacancy. hr@ajso.org