Climate Home News is seeking a full-time energy transition reporter based in Africa with remote working, who will contribute to expanding our coverage of international climate diplomacy.
Founded over a decade ago, Climate Home News is a leading independent digital media outlet covering climate change. We aim to be the go-to newsroom for a global community seeking to understand the political, social and economic drivers of the climate crisis and responses to it.
As efforts toward a just energy transition expand in the Global South, we plan to bring the latest developments across Africa to our international audience of professionals working on climate and energy issues.
In this new reporting role at Climate Home News, the successful candidate will produce regular news stories and features covering energy transition on the African continent and at the global level, working closely with our editors.
We seek applications from well-connected journalists with a few years’ experience, capable of proposing story ideas, cultivating sources, analysing data, and delivering accurate copy in English. Our reporters are also expected to align with our rigorous and ethical journalistic standards. For more information: https://www.climatechangenews.com/2024/08/13/climate-home-news-hiring-energy-transition-reporter-africa-journalist-job/
Salary range: USD25,000-30,000 per year depending on experience and location
Location: 100% remote working (based in Africa – some travel will likely be required)
Term: Full time for a 12-month fixed-term freelance contract, with a possibility of renewal
Application deadline: September 1, 2024
