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Editorial Associate

The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists
Remote

Job Details

Contract
$70,000 - $150,000 a year

Qualifications

Content editing
Content writing
Research
Graphic design
Canva
Bachelor's degree
AI
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication

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Job summary

The Editorial Associate will support APVA’s communications, editorial, and creative output across digital platforms and publications. This role is designed for a detail-oriented and creative professional who can balance content curation, social media management, and content production.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: No Experience/Less than 1 year Working Hours: Full Time

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Responsibilities:

Content Curation (20%):

Research, source, and curate stories, news, opportunities, and sector updates relevant to APVA’s community.
Ensure curated content reflects APVA’s tone, values, and brand identity.
Work with interns and content contributors, ensuring the timely delivery of articles, blogs and opinion pieces
Track engagement and refine content selection based on audience needs and trends.

Social Media Management (50%):

Manage the APVA’s editors' digital presence by scheduling and publishing curated posts and on-demand sector updates and events on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
Monitor community interactions on social media and respond where appropriate.
Work with the Communications Lead to design simple graphics (using Canva templates) for promotions, event highlights, and editorial content.
Contribute to growing APVA’s digital footprint and audience engagement.

Content Production (30%):

Transform APVA’s content and training materials into professional presentation decks.
With the help of AI tools provided by APVA, produce matching audio clips for presentations and content assets.
Manage the production of the monthly APVA Magazine on Canva, ensuring layout, design, and content quality meet professional standards.
Assist in repurposing APVA program outputs (reports, fellowships, trainings) into accessible editorial content.
Assist in the production of the APVA Weekly bulletin

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in Communications, Journalism, Media, English, Creative Arts, or related field.
0–2 years’ experience in editorial, content, or communications roles (internship experience counts).
Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Canva and familiarity with digital publishing tools.
Comfortable working with AI-driven tools for content, audio generation and design.
Knowledge of social media management (Meta Business Suite, Buffer, or similar tools).
Ability to deliver polished outputs.
Creativity in transforming ideas into engaging editorial formats.
Presence of mind and ability to work with minimal or no supervision
Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and workflows.
Collaborative spirit and ability to work with cross-functional teams (designers, IT, voice-over volunteers).
Passion for Africa’s audio-creative industry and storytelling.

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