Title: Storyletter – Video Blogger
Location: Gaza
Reports to: Director of Advocacy & Senior Content Creation Officer
Department: Communications
Contract Type: Deliverables-based / Freelance Consultancy
Job Summary:
INARA is seeking a passionate and skilled Field Storyteller based in Gaza to capture and share compelling human-interest stories that highlight the impact of our work. This role requires a talented mobile journalist and videoblogger who can document the experiences of individuals and families affected by conflict and crisis. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for storytelling, strong multimedia skills, and the ability to work under challenging conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
Storytelling & Content Creation:
o Deliver one human-interest story per week, showcasing the resilience and challenges of individuals in Gaza.
o Deliver one follow-up story per week focusing on INARA’s impact and ongoing work in the region.
o Produce high-quality visual, and video content tailored for digital platforms.
Vox Pops & On-Assignment Reporting:
o Conduct vox pops (short interviews with the public) on assigned topics to capture community perspectives.
o Work closely with the communications team to ensure timely and relevant content creation.
Collaboration & Reporting:
o Attend regular communications team meetings to align content with organizational priorities.
o Coordinate closely with the Senior Content Creation Officer to ensure storytelling aligns with INARA’s mission and advocacy goals.
o Report to the Director of Advocacy on weekly basis.
Written Reporting & Documenting Impact:
o Provide detailed written reports on the impact of INARA’s activities, capturing qualitative and quantitative data.
o Document and analyze key themes emerging from stories to inform advocacy efforts and program improvements.
o Maintain accurate records of interviews, testimonies, and multimedia assets for internal and external use.
o Collaborate with program teams to gather firsthand insights on beneficiaries’ progress and challenges.
o Ensure all reports align with INARA’s ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality where required.
Requirements:
• Storytelling Expertise:
o Proven experience in human-interest storytelling, journalism, or content creation.
o Ability to craft engaging narratives that evoke emotion and drive engagement.
• Multimedia & Mobile Journalism Skills:
o Strong skills in mobile journalism, videoblogging, and photography.
o Proficiency in using smartphones and lightweight equipment for high-quality video and photo content.
o Basic video editing skills for quick turnaround content.
• Communication & Collaboration:
o Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interview individuals sensitively and ethically.
o Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with a remote Communications team.
• Additional Qualifications:
o Fluency in Arabic; English proficiency is a plus.
o Experience working in humanitarian or conflict settings is highly desirable.
o Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
To apply, send your CV and Cover letter to: recruitment@inara.org
- Include “Gaza Storyteller” in the email subject.
- You do not need to apply again if you applied to this position earlier in round one.
