Mentor — AWJP / DW Akademie Gender + AI Reporting Fellowship (Kenya)

About the Fellowship

The AWJP / DW Akademie Gender + AI Reporting Fellowship equips women journalists in Kenya—especially those working in community radio and underserved regions—with the skills, tools, and networks to produce impactful, gender-sensitive journalism. Over four months, fellows receive training, editorial/data/design support, grants, and mentorship to deliver three high-quality stories that challenge stereotypes and elevate under-reported issues.

Why Mentors Matter:

Mentorship is the core of this fellowship. They act as career guides, critical sounding boards, and champions of inclusive journalism. As a mentor, you will guide fellows to navigate newsroom dynamics with confidence, apply a gender lens that sharpens their reporting, and grow as leaders. You keep them on track to publish powerful stories that elevate under-reported voices.

You will work alongside AWJP’s editorial, data, and design teams (who provide production support), ensuring fellows receive holistic guidance and professional growth opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 10+ years in journalism, newsroom leadership, media development, or related fields in Kenya.
• Gender Lens: Demonstrate a track record in inclusive, gender-sensitive storytelling.
• Mentorship Skills: Show prior mentoring, coaching, or supervisory experience and strong interpersonal skills.
• Contextual Knowledge: Understand Kenyan media dynamics (community radio experience is a plus).
• Digital/AI Awareness: Engage confidently with data-driven and AI-assisted journalism tools (not as a trainer, but as a supporter).
• Availability: Commit approx. 6–8 hours per week for four months.

What You’ll Gain

• Earn a stipend and recognition as a Fellowship Mentor.
• Access AWJP’s training resources and global professional networks.
• Sit front-row to powerful, under-reported stories on gender and AI shaping Kenya’s media landscape.
• Shape the careers of emerging women journalists in Kenya.

How to Apply

Submit the following to https://bit.ly/awjpjobs by 20^th October  2025, 23:59 EAT:

1. CV (max 3 pages) highlighting relevant mentoring or coaching experience.
2. Short Motivation Statement (max 500 words): Share your approach to mentorship, gender-sensitive journalism, and supporting fellows..
3. Two References (name, role, contact).

Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed by AWJP and DW Akademie using a transparent selection matrix. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

AWJP is an equal-opportunity initiative. We strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, and individuals from underserved regions.

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