AFP: vacancy exists for digital verification journalist [Philippines]

Experienced journalists fluent in both English and Tagalog can apply for this role in Manila.

AFP is seeking a digital verification journalist with strong digital investigation and precise writing skills to join its Manila bureau to report on mis/disinformation in the Philippines.

The journalist will be required to write fact-check reports in English about mis/disinformation circulating in the region, and may occasionally pitch and write stories on mis/disinformation for the wire.

Interested candidates should be able to easily navigate and monitor online mis/disinformation and demonstrate expertise in digital verification techniques and tools, and have a good understanding of major social media platforms – including Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and encrypted chat apps.

Apart from writing and editing skills, other media skills – including in photography, video and graphics – would also be valuable.

Apply by Aug. 5.

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