Job Title: Online Newspaper Intern (2 No Experience Jobs)
Organisation: Raising Gabdho Foundation (RGF)
Duty Station: Remote / Kampala (Hybrid if needed)
Duration: 3 months (voluntary placement)
Start Date: until filled
Reporting to: Team Lead
Stipend: Unpaid, with a small contribution towards meals
About Organisation:
About Raising Gabdho Foundation (RGF): Raising Gabdho Foundation is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities through sustainability, innovation, and inclusive information access. Our online newspaper platform seeks to highlight local voices, tell untold stories, and promote community-driven solutions on topics such as clean energy, refugee livelihoods, education, and resilience.
Job Summary: We are revitalising RGF’s online newspaper to become a trusted, people- centred digital outlet. We are seeking two passionate, detail-oriented, and purpose-driven interns to support editorial work, article development, and digital publishing. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring journalists, writers, and content creators who want to build experience in non-profit media and socially relevant storytelling.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research and draft community-focused articles, blog posts, and human interest stories.
- Conduct interviews with project participants, partners, and beneficiaries.
- Edit and proofread written submissions to meet publishing standards.
- Assist with layout and content uploads to the online platform.
- Collaborate with the communications team to align newspaper content with RGF campaigns and radio programming.
- Track engagement and gather feedback to inform improvements.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Recent graduate or awaiting graduation in journalism, communications, development studies, or a related field.
- Passionate about community stories and development-focused media.
- Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
- Comfortable working independently and remotely with guidance.
- Basic familiarity with blogging platforms or digital publishing tools is an advantage (e.g., WordPress, Canva).
What You’ll Gain
- Practical experience in digital journalism and nonprofit communications.
- Exposure to community-led development narratives and grassroots storytelling.
- Mentorship from experienced media and development professionals.
- Certificate of completion, reference letter, and networking opportunities.
- Light contribution toward weekly facilitation during the internship period.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short motivation statement (max 300 words) to recruitment@raisinggabdho.org by until filled You may also attach a writing sample (e.g., article, blog post, or personal reflection) to strengthen your application (optional).
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