UG “Why not” is looking for a candidate for a four-month fellowship engagement

The Association of Citizens and Citizens “Why not” is an organization that deals with the creation of a safe, active, efficient and responsible BiH. society through the promotion and establishment of mechanisms of political responsibility, the strengthening and building of civil activism and the use of new media and technologies.

Fellowship engagement will entail work on monitoring and research within one of the projects of the UG “Why not”. The project is primarily related to misinformation and the operation of large  online  platforms during the 2024 election campaign in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The candidate will perform the following tasks:

  • Monitoring the election campaign on social networks and other online platforms
  • Conducting desk research 
  • Assistance in writing analyses
  • Assistance in content writing for  Raskrinkavanje  and  Istinomer platforms
  • Other related tasks as required

What do we offer?

  • Training and improvement in the areas of  fact-checking , conducting monitoring and research
  • Work with a dedicated mentor
  • A dynamic and challenging business environment
  • Working with an ambitious team of experts in a pleasant working atmosphere
  • Regular and incentive income
  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home

What qualifications and previous work experience are required?

  • Students of journalism or related faculties; completed  bachelor’s  or master’s studies is an advantage
  • Experience in related jobs is an advantage
  • Knowledge of the English language 
  • Computer knowledge 
  • Adaptability to work in a team and the ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of social and political circumstances and current events in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region

The selection process includes  an online  interview with selected candidates. All candidates shortlisted for an interview will be notified within seven days of the competition closing. 

UG “Why not” is an employer that promotes equality in employment, and we emphasize that every position in the organization is equally open to all candidates who meet the required qualifications, regardless of their ethnic, national, religious, racial and gender identity, disability or sexual orientation. 

City:  Sarajevo

Country:  Bosnia and Herzegovina

Number of positions:  1

Type of employment:  Fellowship

Start of engagement:  26 August 2024.

Duration of engagement:  Four months

Working hours:  Full time 

The application should contain:    

  • Candidate’s biography (required)
  • Motivation letter (required)

For more information,  click on the link .

Source: rolify.com