Network Lead Role for Africa Investigative Journalism Network (AIJN) – Applications Open Until 13 March 2026

Overview

A part-time leadership role supporting investigative journalism across Africa, with a focus on strengthening collaboration, mentoring journalists, and supporting major continental journalism initiatives, including the 2026 African Investigative Journalism Conference.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Network Lead and main AIJN contact point in Nairobi
• Strengthen and expand AIJN across regions, institutions, and newsrooms
• Facilitate collaboration among investigative journalists, editors, educators, and media organisations
• Promote and support cross-border investigative projects, including story grant coordination
• Work closely with teams from Johannesburg and Nairobi to support AIJN-related conference activities
• Facilitate AIJN sessions, meetings, and networking events during AIJC Nairobi 2026
• Support coordination between AIJN members, partners, and conference organisers
• Contribute to network-focused conference content
• Facilitate mentoring and peer-learning for investigative editors
• Organise workshops, roundtables, and online seminars
• Support collaboration between journalists, editors, and journalism educators
• Strengthen links with universities and journalism schools
• Support investigative journalism education initiatives
• Promote long-term collaboration between academia and newsrooms
• Represent AIJN and partner organisations in regional and international forums
• Contribute to AIJN’s strategic development and visibility
• Support planning, coordination, and reporting with partner organisations

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of investigative journalism in Africa and its operating environments
• Strong professional credibility and networks within investigative journalism
• Experience coordinating networks, partnerships, or regional initiatives
• Experience mentoring or facilitating work with journalists and editors
• Strong communication and representation skills
• Engagement with journalism education and higher education institutions (preferred)
• Experience working in high-risk or restrictive environments (preferred)
• Knowledge of safety, security, and risk assessment in investigative journalism (preferred)
• Understanding of gender perspectives in journalism (preferred)
• Fluency in English is required
• Working knowledge of French is strongly preferred

Location

Nairobi, Kenya. Must be based in Nairobi with the ability to travel regionally.

How to Apply

Submit a letter of application demonstrating suitability for the role, a recent CV, and contactable references to deangsmc@aku.edu.

Deadline

13 March 2026 at 5pm SAST