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A-Goal Initiative (A-Goal) is an independent, non-partisan, and non-profit organization dedicated to promoting inclusive governance, enhancing public service delivery, improving public accountability, and fostering civic engagement in Nigeria. ShopAfrican Art

As a dynamic and innovative platform, A-Goal serves as a centre for public education on governance. It leverages technology to generate essential data and insights to inform evidence-based advocacy, drive practice change, and support reforms that promote inclusive and responsive governance in Nigeria. We also develop personalized metrics to track and measure responses of public institutions to public sentiments and feedback. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Media Data Fellow

Location: Remote

Employment type: Short-term

Slot: 6 Openings

Projects: VAW-P and GovTap Discover moreBrowse CareersKnow Worker RightsSearch JobsDescription

Work on A-Goal Initiative’s VAW-P and GovTap projects within their respective geopolitical zones. One fellow will be selected for each geopolitical zone. Media Data Fellows serve as A-Goal Initiative’s regional eyes and ears across Nigeria. Working remotely from their respective geopolitical zones, fellows will monitor how issues relevant to the VAW-P and GovTap projects are reported and discussed across media and civic spaces, in accordance with established research and data-quality protocols. This role is suited to someone who understands their region, has strong networks and information-gathering skills, and is committed to accuracy, objectivity, and responsible documentation.

What You Will Do

Monitor media coverage and public discussion in your zone on issues covered by the VAW-P and GovTap projects. Gather information and verify it before it is recorded. Document findings accurately, in the agreed format and on time. Apply research ethics in every task, including confidentiality and do-no-harm. Draw on your networks of journalists and civic actors to understand what is happening locally.

One Fellow per Geopolitical Zone

We are recruiting six fellows, with one fellow selected for each geopolitical zone. Apply for the zone where you are based and have the strongest networks. FindRecruiters

North-Central: Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau and the FCT1 position North-East: Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe1 position North-West: Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara1 position South-East: Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo1 position South-South: Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo and Rivers1 position South-West: Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun and Oyo1 position

Who we are looking for

Experience in Communications, Journalism, newsroom, or freelance. Basic to moderate understanding of research methods, information-gathering, and research ethics. Good knowledge of the media and civic environment within their geopolitical zone. Strong access to journalists, media organisations, or relevant civic groups and community networks within their zone. Ability to independently monitor and verify political, campaign and civic activities locally or through media and field networks. Good documentation, strong attention to detail, communication and data verification skills. Ability to work remotely, meet deadlines, and submit accurate reports.

Previous experience in media monitoring, research, journalism, civic engagement, or data collection.

11th October, 2026; 11:59pm How to Apply

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Important Information

Click on the application link to apply and choose your zone on the form. Each zone has one position. Have your CV PDF or Word file. Answer every question in your own words. Questions about this role? Email: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] with the role title in the subject line.