Media Opportunities, Fellowships, and Jobs

Advance your media career with these top fellowships, grants, and awards for journalists, photographers, and media professionals. Apply soon!

  1. Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) Mentorship Programme
    TRF offers a six-month mentorship program supporting newsrooms in Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania to adopt AI-driven solutions ethically and enhance editorial efficiency.
    Deadline: November 18
    Learn more and apply
  2. JSK Stanford Fellowship
    Journalists collaborating on journalism’s biggest challenges can apply for the JSK Stanford Fellowship. Fellows receive a $125,000 stipend.
    Deadline for non-US applicants: December 4
    Apply here
  3. Emerging Technologies Media Award of Excellence
    HealthTech Africa recognizes journalists reporting on African-led technologies and innovations with this award.
    Deadline: January 10
    Learn more
  4. Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD) Fellowships
    These fellowships support journalists covering BETD2025, focusing on global energy transitions and innovative energy solutions.
    Deadline: November 24
    More details
  5. Al Jazeera Media Institute (AJMI) Fellowship
    AJMI’s 2025 fellowship supports media research and offers practical experience.
    Deadline: November 30
    Apply here
  6. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development (EJS Center)
    A remote opportunity for women across Africa passionate about women’s leadership and development.
    Deadline: November 15, 2024
    Apply here
  7. USAID Southern Africa Mobilizing Investment – Content Creator and Graphic Designer
    USAID is seeking a Content Creator and Graphic Designer to support the Southern Africa Mobilizing Investment project. This role will involve creating and disseminating communication products, managing social media, and designing visual content for USAID guidelines.
    Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (Rosebank)
    Start Date: January 6, 2025
    Deadline: November 22, 2024
    To apply: Email CV to mi-recruitment@mobilizing-investment.com with the position as the subject line.
  8. Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
    High school, college, and graduate students can participate in Ayn Rand Institute’s 2024 Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest.
    Prize: $25,000 grand prize
    Deadline: December 27
    Enter here
  9. Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards
    Journalists in Southern Africa can participate in the SADC Media Awards competition.
    Prizes: $2,500 for first place; $1,000 for runners-up
    Deadline: February 28
    More information
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