Announcement Journalism Fellowship in “Accountability and Human Rights Monitoring”
Organization: Sudan Tribune
Project: Cross-Border Accountability and Human Rights Reporting Network in Sudan
Fellowship Duration: 3 months (December 2025 – 28 February 2026)
Location: Remote/Field-based (open to Sudanese journalists inside Sudan, as well as those in
Egypt, Uganda, Ethiopia, Chad, and South Sudan)
Number of Fellows: 8 journalists
Project Background
In response to the severe information vacuum and media blackout caused by the ongoing war,
Sudan Tribune is launching a specialized reporting network to restore the flow of reliable
information, document human rights violations, and counter systematic disinformation. We are
seeking eight (8) experienced journalists to join this intensive short-term fellowship.
Fellowship Responsibilities (Scope of Work)
Selected fellows will work within a Joint Newsroom to produce high-impact, multimedia-
supported stories with verified accuracy. Responsibilities include:
1. Investigative Journalism
Preparing in-depth reports focused on human rights violations, accountability issues, and
humanitarian conditions.
2. Information Verification
Collaborating to verify videos, reports, and claims in order to counter organized disinformation
campaigns.
3. Training and Development
Participating in virtual training sessions on:
Trauma-informed reporting
Comprehensive professional safety
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Investigative reporting techniques
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
Geographic Location
Applicants must be Sudanese journalists currently located:
Inside Sudan (in conflict or safe areas), or
In the diaspora: Egypt, Uganda, Ethiopia, Chad, or South Sudan.
Professional Experience
A demonstrated track record in covering human rights, conflict, or social issues.
Legal Compliance
No professional convictions related to fraud, bribery, or corruption within the past three
years.
Language
Fluency in Arabic is essential. English proficiency is an added advantage.
Benefits and Support Provided
Financial Stipend
A competitive stipend covering the 3-month fellowship period.
Communications Support
Internet bundle costs will be covered to ensure consistent communication.
Equipment
Provision of “journalist go-kits” and technical resources as needed, depending on location.
Professional Development
Mentorship and specialized training in digital security and reporting in high-risk environments.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents, sudantribune@gmail.com, no later than 15 December 2025:
1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Highlighting relevant experience.
2. Work Samples: Two (2) links to previously published journalistic work (preferably
related to human rights or conflict).
3. Short Cover Letter: A brief statement (no more than 300 words) explaining your current
location, your ability to work safely, and your reporting capacity.
Note: Sudan Tribune is committed to promoting diversity. We strongly encourage applications
from female journalists and from diverse community backgrounds.