Scholarships program available [Egypt]

Egyptian journalists and other professionals with two years of experience can apply for a scholarship in the United Kingdom.  
The Chevening  Scholarships Program is giving outstanding emerging leaders from Egypt a chance to pursue a one-year master’s program at any U.K. university.
Applicants can choose any course of study, but applications in the fields of communication, journalism, media, economics, finance, human rights, law and politics are particularly welcome.
Chevening offers financial support to cover university tuition fees, a monthly stipend and travel costs.
The deadline is Nov. 6.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Vacancy: Global Voices seeks managing editor [Worldwide]

Experienced editors fluent in English can apply for this remote position.
Global Voices is looking for a managing editor to lead its newsroom.
The managing editor will work with part-time editors, alongside special project and copy editors, to develop and lead Global Voices’ editorial vision and outputs.
Candidates must have experience working in a multicultural newsroom environment, conceptualizing editorial products, managing a globally distributed team and fundraising.
There is no geographic requirement associated with this position. Candidates from outside North America and Europe are encouraged to apply, as are people currently working on the Global Voices project.
The deadline is Sept. 15.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Agência Pública offers grants for investigative reporting [Brazil]

Portuguese-speaking journalists can apply for a reporting grant.
Agência Pública, a nonprofit investigative journalism agency, has launched a journalism grants contest with a focus on hunger in Brazil, in partnership with Oxfam Brasil.
The contest seeks pitches for original and unpublished investigative reports in any format.
Four projects will be selected to receive BRL7,000 and mentorship from the agency. The stories will be published on the Agência Pública's website.
The deadline to submit a proposal is Sept. 21.
For more information on how to apply (in Portuguese), click here.

Quartz:Vacancy exists for technology reporter [China]

Experienced reporters can apply for this position in Hong Kong.
Quartz is hiring a reporter to shape its coverage of China’s rapidly changing technology sector.
The selected journalist will produce original takes on the news, scoops and analysis; develop fresh ways to look at technology and tech trends; and write interesting, provocative articles based on data.
Candidates must be familiar with data and have an entrepreneurial approach to their work. Mandarin proficiency is required, and mainland reporting experience is a plus.  
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Reporting project focuses on great apes [Worldwide]

Journalists can apply for a paid reporting initiative.
Mongabay is commissioning stories on great ape conservation across Asia and Africa as part of a new Special Reporting Project.
The initiative seeks stories that analyze individual threats; profile trailblazing great ape scientists and conservationists; or feature innovative solutions in conservation.
Articles must be 1,200 to 2,000 words long and include photos. Final reporting will be published first in English, but can be translated into another language and published by Mongabay. 
Stories are paid on a per-word basis. Limited travel funds are available.
For more information on how to submit a pitch, click here.

IRE, WBEZ-Chicago offers scholarships for data reporting [US]

Journalists, journalism students, journalism educators and independent journalists can apply for a scholarship to attend this training.
The Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) and WBEZ-Chicago are organizing a hands-on workshop on R, an open-source programming language, Nov. 12 to 14 in Chicago.
Participants will learn how to import, clean, analyze and visualize data.
The scholarship will cover the registration and one-year IRE membership/renewal.
The deadline to apply is Sept. 10.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Reporting grant available [Africa, Asia, Europe]

Teams of African, Asian and European journalists can apply for a reporting grant. 
Journalismfund.eu will support stories on cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe, as part of the Money Trail project.
The project will conduct 10 application rounds over the next three years. The total amount per call is about EUR50,000.
Teams must consist of at least one African, one Asian and/or one European journalist.
The next deadline is Sept. 30.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

National Press Foundation hosts journalism contest [US]

Journalists and media organizations can apply for seven awards for outstanding use of journalism.
The National Press Foundation is accepting applications for various awards. The organization recognizes accomplishments in broadcasting, print and online journalism, as well as editorial cartoons, best use of technology and innovation in journalism.
Works must have been published or broadcast between Oct. 1, 2017 to  Sept. 30, 2018 by at any U.S.-based news organization.
Winners receive cash prizes ranging from US$2,500 to US$5,000.
The deadline is Oct. 5, except for the Benjamin C. Bradlee Editor of the Year Award and the Taishoff Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism, which is Sept. 21.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Grants for content creation available [Central Asia]

Journalists and media and civil society organizations from Central Asia can apply for these grants.
Internews is offering grants for content creation as a part of the "Promoting stability and peace in Central Asia" program supported by the European Union.
Organizers will select projects aiming to produce and distribute articles, reports, investigative journalism and other content that contribute to stability and peace in Central Asia.
Grant amounts vary between EUR1,000 to EUR5,000 for projects that last up to six months.
Proposals are considered on an ongoing basis.
For more information on how to apply (in Russian), click here.

MNI: Vacancy exists for data reporter [China]

Journalists specialized in economics, statistics or business can apply for this position in Beijing.
MNI, a global financial news and information provider, is hiring a China/Japan economic data reporter.
Responsibilities include presenting and analyzing key economic indicators; developing critical socioeconomic databases; charting key economic trends and write insightful stories and so on.
Candidates must have a general understanding of China/Japan economies, ability to read and write in English and Chinese, and a degree/training in economics, statistics or business. Some knowledge of Japanese is a plus.
For more information on how to apply, click here

Journalism Contest on sustainable development ongoing [Worldwide]

Journalists and others from UN member states can compete for an award.
The King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Youth Empowerment Award is accepting applications from journalists covering sustainable development.
The youth enabler category is open to the media and other institutions. Works must highlight an initiative enabling genuine youth engagement and action for sustainable development. Three winners will receive US$25,000 each.
There is also the youth action category, which will recognize a unique and successful development initiative by youth, granting five awards of US$20,000 each.
The deadline is Oct. 30.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

NCTJ hosts contest for student journalists [UK]

Young student journalists and trainees from the United Kingdom can enter a competition.
The NCTJ Awards for Excellence, sponsored by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ), honor the best journalism students and journalism trainees. Journalists and photographers with under two years of experience are eligible.
There are several categories available: equality, diversity and inclusion; innovation of the year; news; sports; top scoop; features; multimedia/campaign of the year; student project; student of the year; trainee of the year; apprentice of the year; and chairman's award.
Work must have been produced between Sept. 1, 2017 and Aug. 31, 2018. Awards will be presented at a ceremony in November.
The deadline is Sept. 14.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

TIB seeks video producer [Brazil]

Video journalists can apply for this position in Rio de Janeiro.
The Intercept Brasil (TIB) is hiring a video producer/editor.
Responsibilities include producing four to five videos weekly; pitching original videos and ideas for videos that complement news stories; writing scripts that synthesize complex concepts; proposing and developing new audiovisual formats; and more.
Candidates must have advanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere and be skilled in After Effects. Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Lightroom is a plus.
For more information on how to apply (in Portuguese), click here.

RFA seeks host newsrooms [US]

News organizations can apply to participate in a program that seeks to strengthen local media.
Report For America (RFA), a project funded by journalists Charles Sennott and Steven Waldman with support from The GroundTruth ProjectGoogle News Lab and others, places journalists in local newsrooms in under-covered corners of America.
RFA is looking for news organizations interested in hosting the next class of RFA corps members in 2019.
Selected reporters will work for one to two years at host newsrooms, starting June 2019. Half of a entry level salary is paid by RFA, and the rest is split between the news organizations and local donors.
The deadline is Oct. 31.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Journalism School offers training on children, Syrian refugee crisis [Worldwide]

Journalists with at least three years of experience who covered issues connected to refugees from the Syrian crisis can apply for this training.
The Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma, a project of the Columbia Journalism School, will host the workshop "Covering children and the Syrian refugee crisis" Jan. 20 to 23, 2019 in Amman, Jordan.
The workshop will bring journalists together with policy experts, scientists and practitioners working on early childhood development in a refugee context, to discuss the effects of trauma and effective interventions designed to mitigate harmful effects. The program will also include journalist-to-journalist discussions of craft, ethics, source development and networking among journalists and experts.
Ten journalists from Jordan and neighboring countries as well as 10 journalists from other parts of the world will be selected to participate. English or Arabic fluency is required.
Participants will receive roundtrip travel, hotel lodging, ground transportation and most meals.
The deadline is Oct. 1.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Journalism fellowships open [Africa}

Journalism students and community journalists can apply can apply for a fellowship to attend this conference.
The African Investigative Journalism Conference, organized by the Journalism Program of Wits University, will take place Oct. 29 to 31 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The event will feature 50 panels, training sessions, keynotes and workshops with investigative reporters, editors and producers from the African continent and the United States.
There are 20 student fellowships available for students from South African universities and 10 fellowships for community newspaper journalists who are members of the Association of Independent Publishers.
The fellowships will cover travel, accommodations, local transportation, meals and conference fees. 
The fellowship deadline is Aug. 31.
For more information on how to apply for a fellowship, click here.

Photography, Social Justice Fellowship available [Worldwide]

Early-career photojournalists and documentarians can apply for this program in New York.
The Magnum Foundation, in partnership with CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism, organizes the Photography and Social Justice Fellowship.
The program builds capacity and community among a diverse, international network of fellows who have not had access to mentorship or training in photography but can demonstrate a commitment to activism and social justice. 
Fellows will attend weekly online meetings in April and May, followed by two workshops in New York - one in the summer and one the following winter - at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism. 
Over the course of six months, fellows will also produce a body of work that aims to advance social justice in their communities under the mentorship from Magnum Foundation’s network.
The deadline is Oct. 1.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Funds available for investigate journalism projects [US]

Local newsrooms can apply for this program.
ProPublica is expanding its Local Reporting Network to investigate state government and politics.
The organization will pay the salary, plus an allowance for benefits, for full-time reporters at seven partner news organizations. Selected reporters will work on their projects throughout 2019.
The reporters will report to their home newsroom, with the guidance and support from ProPublica. Their work will be published or broadcast by their home newsroom and by ProPublica as well.
Applicants must send a proposal describing an investigative project they want to pursue, the reporter who would be chosen to spearhead the work, and the suggested market salary for him or her. 
The deadline is Sept. 14.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

IPC accepting applications for conflict sensitive reporting workshop ( Nigeria)

The International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos-Nigeria invites online journalists/bloggers who are engaged or interested in reporting governance and electoral issues ahead the 2019 elections to apply to attend a two-day workshop for online journalists/bloggers on conflict
sensitive reporting.

The workshop, supported by the EU under Component 4b: Support to the media of the EU Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) project, seeks to build a professional media as catalysts of democratic accountability, credible elections and good governance.

The first phase of the workshop which is schedule for Thursday August 30 and Friday August 31, 2018 in Ibadan, shall have about 30 online journalists/bloggers drawn from Lagos, Oyo, Osun, Ogun and environs.

The thrust of the workshop is to build the capacity of online journalists/bloggers in using online media for fair, balanced,language sensitive and conflict sensitive reporting of the elections.
Overall, the workshop shall focus on building the capacity of participants on professional and conflict sensitive reporting of the electoral processes. The workshop shall also focus on ways to mitigate hate speech.

Transport token, per diem and accommodation shall be provided for selected participants from outside Ibadan, while participants from Ibadan shall be entitled to token transport at the approved rates.

Interested online journalists/bloggers who are engaged or interested in reporting governance and electoral issues online, should apply using the link below on/before 4pm on Thursday, August 23, 2018:

For more information, Click here

Competition on youth creativity open [MENA]

Photographers, filmmakers and others ages 14 to 30 can apply for a creativity award.
The Nasser Bin Hamad International Youth Creativity Award (NBH Award), organized by Bahrain's Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs, is accepting entries.
The award covers six areas: photography, art, graphic design, architecture, filmmaking and science.
Applicants can compete in the following age categories: first category (14 to 17 years), second category (18 to 24 years) and third category (25 to 30 years). Entries should be in Arabic or English. 
The top three finalists from each award category in each age group will receive prizes. They will be invited to the Kingdom of Bahrain to attend the award ceremony.
All flight and accommodation expenses for the top three finalists will be covered by the NBH Award.
The deadline is Sept. 1.
For more information on how to apply, click here

Online workshop focuses on journalism for mobile devices [Latin America]

Journalists and journalism students interested in narrative journalism and new digital formats can register for this online workshop in Spanish.
Escritura Crónica is organizing #SomosHistorias: four Facebook Live sessions beginning Sept. 8, in which participants will learn to develop the narrative potential of a longform text while planning its distribution on mobile devices.
Topics include innovation in narrative journalism, tools and text structure, keys for distributing longform content on social media and more.
Participants need to have an idea for a story or a story in process to work on during the course.
The deadline is Aug. 31. Registration costs US$70.
For more information on how to register (in Spanish), click here.

Disinformation, Governance Journalism Fellowship open [Southeast Asia]

Working journalists with at least five years of experience can apply for a fellowship.
The Southeast Asian Press Alliance (SEAPA) is accepting applications for the Disinformation and Governance Journalism Fellowship.
Fellows will contribute toward greater understanding of how disinformation networks operate and their impact in different contexts that affect human rights: public participation, religious, ethnic and cultural discrimination, gender rights, and freedom of expression and other civil liberties.
Journalists who are nationals of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam are eligible. 
Successful journalists will receive a maximum reporting grant of US$2,000 each to produce a story.
Submit a proposal by Sept. 10. The story must be completed by Nov. 20.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Massive Open Online Course for journalists available [Worldwide]

Anyone interested in how to create and use maps for journalism can take this four-week course.
The Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas, through its Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), is offering the free course “Intro to mapping and GIS for journalists” Aug. 27 to Sept. 23, with support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
The course comprises four modules: when to make a map; combining geographic data; analyzing geographic data; and map publication and next steps.
The instructors are Darla Cameron, senior data visuals developer, and Chris Essig, data visuals developer, both at the Texas Tribune.
The course is accessible to anyone with an internet connection.
Registration is ongoing. 
For more information on how to register, click here.

Real estate reporting contest available [Brazil]

Journalists can compete for the Abecip Journalism Awards.
Organized by the Brazilian Association of Real Estate Savings and Loans (Abeicip, in Portuguese), the award aims to recognize real estate reporting.
The categories are real estate financing, sources of funds for the housing market, and social responsibility in construction and financial education.
Each category offers two prizes worth BRL6,500 each for print media and two for electronic media (internet, radio and TV).
Entries must have been published or broadcast between Sept. 16, 2017 and Aug. 31, 2018.
The deadline to apply is Aug. 31.
For more information on how to apply (in Portuguese), click here.

PACJA seeks reports on climate change [Africa]

Professional journalists can apply for this award.
The Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) seeks submissions for the African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting (ACCER) Awards.This year's main them is “Changing the narrative on environmental challenges in Africa: the case of pollution.” 
The contest includes the Climate Smart Agriculture & Agroforestry Awards; the Climate Policy, Governance & Transparency Award; the Innovative Solutions for the Environment Awards; the Climate Finance Award; and the Environment Protection & Conservation Award.
Works must have been published or aired between January 2017 and June 2018 in English or French.
Winners will be awarded US$1,000 and a training fellowship. The overall winner will also receive full sponsorship to cover the UN Climate Change Conference in Katowice, Poland.
The deadline has been extended to Aug. 31.
For more information on how to enter, click here.

Contest recognizes reporting on ethnic issues [Russia]

Journalists from Russia's federal, regional and ethnic media can compete in this contest.
The Federal Agency for Nationality Affairs recognize the best coverage of interethnic interactions and ethnocultural development among the Russian peoples.
Guild of Ethnic Journalism and the
The "SMIrotvorets" contest features several categories, including television, radio, print, internet and more.
Materials must have been published or broadcast between Aug. 1, 2017 and Aug. 1, 2018. Submissions in languages other than Russian should include a Russian translation.
The winner of each category will receive a trophy.
The deadlines vary by regions of Russia from Sept. 1 to 31.
For more information on how to apply (in Russian) , click here.

Reporting project focuses on conservative technology [Worldwide]

Experienced journalists are invited to submit pitches in English.
The Mongabay Special Reporting Project will focus on conservation technology.  
The organization is looking for article pitches that will foster a better understanding of how and where technology is being used to facilitate research and conservation of nature.
Stories should have about 800 to 1,800 words. Possible topics include uses of artificial intelligence/machine learning that could be applied to research and conservation projects, and data collection sensors, such as cameras, tracking tags, and acoustic monitoring devices.
Mongabay will negotiate all fees and contracts on a per-story basis. It will also offer small funds to help defray local/regional travel costs.
Pitches will be received on an ongoing basis.
For more information on how to submit a pitch, click here.

Hacks/Hackers Buenos Aires organises media party [Argentina]

Journalists, developers and designers are invited to this conference Aug. 22 to 24 in Buenos Aires.
The Hacks/Hackers Buenos Aires is organizing the Media Party -"Rebooting Journalism," focusing on free software, open contentopen knowledge and entrepreneurship to foster innovation. 
In its seventh edition, the event will feature more than 20 international guest speakers — includingguests from CUNY's Graduate School of Journalism, Quartz, Google News Lab, Credibility Coalition, Civil, AJ+ and ICIJ — workshops, mentorship, a media fair and the largest media innovation hackathon in Latin America.
Registration is free and ongoing.
For more information on how to register, click here.

Travel Fellowship to Germany available for journalists [US]

U.S. journalists interested in pursuing a project in Germany can apply for a fellowship.
The Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship, sponsored by the Robert Bosch Foundation and Cultural Vistas, gives U.S. professionals the opportunity to complete a comprehensive professional development program in Germany.
The program includes travel, seminars, customized work placements and networking events designed to help fellows gain an in-depth understanding of current issues facing the European Union and Germany. Fellows may choose from two options of the program duration: six months or nine months.
Prior to the seminar series and work placements in September, fellows will participate in language training.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens under the age of 40 with at least five years of relevant work experience in their proposed field of work they wish to pursue in Germany. Graduate degree is preferred.
Candidates from the following fields can apply: business administration, cultural management (ex. museum, theater, orchestra), journalism, law, nonprofit, public policy and urban planning.
Fellows will receive a monthly stipend, health insurance and financial support for accompanying spouse and children. Accommodation and travel costs are also covered.
The application deadline is Nov. 1.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

News Agency seeks copy editors, reporters [China]

Journalists can apply for these positions in Beijing.
Xinhua News Agency is hiring copy editors and on-camera reporters for its Audio & Video News Department.
Responsibilities include polishing scripts as well as copy editing and dubbing; other assignments from the editorial desk such as live reporting and acting as a guest news anchor; offering suggestions on topics of stories and how to improve news writing in English.
A minimum two years of experience in journalism or related fields is required. Experience in proofreading, broadcast journalism and multimedia is desirable. 
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Leadership training program available for Arab youths [MENA]

Young people from the Middle East and North Africa can apply for a training program in Beirut, Lebanon.
TheWorld Youth Alliance is organizing a program to train Arab youth for leadership in the future to qualify them for the establishment of a free and democratic society.

The three-month program will consist of training of trainers. It focuses on three main topics: human dignity and human rights, freedom and democracy, and civic engagement and leadership skills.
Fluency in Arabic and English is required. Candidates must cover airfare and accommodations; the organizer will pay for daily transportation fees.
The deadline is Sept. 1.
For more information on how to apply, click here.

Journalism research fellowships available [Worldwide]

Publishers, programmers, web designers, media analysts, academics and journalists can apply for the 2019 Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships.
The Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard offers short-term visiting fellowships for research projects designed to advance journalism. These projects can include topics like programming, design, financial strategies and more.
The fellowships can last up to 12 weeks, depending on the scope of the projects. Fellows will have access to the resources at Harvard, including its scholars, research centers and libraries.
Fellows receive a stipend prorated for the length of their fellowships as well as free housing for the length of their stay at Harvard.
The deadline to apply is Sept. 28.
For more information on how to apply, click here.