The World Agroforestry Centre, is an international institute headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and founded in 1978. The Centre specializes in the sustainable management, protection and regulation of tropical rainforest and natural reserves.

Duties and responsibilities

CIFOR-ICRAF, together with the Global Landscapes Forum, is looking for a Multimedia Reporter for a consultancy position with regular assignments. The ideal candidate should be an experienced writer and copy editor, skilled in the online visual presentation of multimedia and news articles and eager to improve and strengthen their writing abilities and portfolio. Positive energy, time management, clear and confident communication skills, interest in climate and science journalism and communications, and a strong desire to write are key characteristics for this position.

• Tasks and responsibilities will include:
• Pitch relevant and timely story ideas
• Plan and design multimedia stories for ThinkLandscape and Forest News platforms
• Receive and complete assignments for multimedia stories, news and feature stories or, depending on skill set: photography, visual presentations, podcast or other audio work, or video editing

Education, knowledge and experience

• Degree in sustainability, communications, journalism or another relevant field, or equivalent working experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience and portfolio in digital communications and multimedia, photography or visual storytelling, journalism
• Native-level English, Spanish, French and/or Portuguese (one or multiple languages)
• Understanding of broad target audiences and regional sensibilities
• Understanding of latest multimedia trends, platforms, styles, and storytelling
• Experience using WordPress and project management tools is a plus.
• Background and strong understanding of environment, climate, forestry, or related topics