Syrian Media Expert Consultant

International Fund for Public Interest Media

Consultant providing demand-driven advisory support for the Syrian media grantmaking programme. Engaging and analyzing the Syrian media landscape with independent expertise while maintaining objectivity and independence.

Posted 5/23/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide demand-driven advisory support across Syria grantmaking programme
Support outreach to eligible media organisations as part of the Fund's call for proposals
Provide contextual input to the eligibility screening and due diligence process, including assessments of individual organisations' editorial independence, reputation, and standing within the sector
Support the Fund in identifying and engaging independent jurors with relevant expertise
Facilitate connections between the Fund and relevant actors inside Syria
Provide advisory input to the Fund's system-level activities, including the media sustainability convening and quarterly coordination mechanism
Provide up-to-date analysis of the Syrian media landscape, including emerging developments in the regulatory environment, funding dynamics, and the operating conditions facing independent media
Advise on key actors, networks, and relationships within the Syrian media ecosystem, including inside Syria
Flag risks, opportunities, and contextual developments relevant to the Fund's portfolio and strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep knowledge of the Syrian media landscape, including independent media, and the ecosystem of support organisations
Strong network with Syrian media actors and journalists
Background in journalism, media development, or a closely related field
Direct understanding of the operational, financial, and editorial challenges facing independent Syrian media organisations
Demonstrable objectivity and independence — no current editorial, governance, or financial relationships with Syrian media organisations
Fluency in Arabic essential; English proficiency required
Ability to work flexibly on an ad hoc basis and respond to time-sensitive requests

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ad hoc consultancy roster
Flexibility in work arrangements
Remote work with occasional travel

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Hard Skills & Tools

media analysisdue diligenceeligibility screeningadvisory supportcontextual inputrisk assessmentnetworking

Soft Skills

objectivityindependenceflexibilitycommunication