Rukhshana Media is looking for an Editorial Assistant on a short-term consultancy basis to support the team, Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor and Board of Trustees. The ideal candidate will speak and write English and either Farsi or Pashto, will be based remotely but with permission to work where they are based, and be flexible to work the equivalent of four days over a week. The position reports to the Editor-in-Chief of Rukhshana Media, Zahra Joya, and Managing Editor, Liz Shaw.
About Rukhshana Media
Rukhshana Media, established in 2020, is an online news agency and UK charity focused on covering issues that affect women and girls in Afghanistan. Zahra Joya is the Editor-in-Chief of Rukhshana Media, leading a team of reporters within Afghanistan reporting on what life is like for women and girls living under Taliban rule. The platform publishes in English, Farsi and Pashto and has a wide reach within Afghanistan and globally via its website, social media channels and recently created monthly newsletter.
About the Role
We are looking for a hardworking and motivated Editorial Assistant to directly support Rukhshana Media’s editorial team. This role is primarily an administrative support position with potential for developing journalistic and editorial skills. If you are an editorial assistant or early career journalist with excellent language, organisational and online production skills, this position could be right for you.
Responsibilities
1. Database and Archive Management
• Organise, catalogue and maintain the organisation’s databases and archives
• Maintain a clear and searchable system for assets (eg photos and videos)
• Ensure rights are cleared and relevant records kept
2. Editorial and Content Support
• Suggest, source and manage images for the newsletter and other editorial outputs
• Support the editorial team with planning, and research and content preparation where appropriate
3. Newsletter Support
• Assist with the preparation, production and distribution of the newsletter
• Maintain the database of users in line with UK GDPR legislation
• Propose suitable visuals and ensure consistency and quality
• Maintain an online archive of published newsletters
4. Social Media
• Social media tasks, including:
– Posting content
– Coordinating with the editorial team
– Maintaining tone, accuracy and language quality across platforms
– Monitoring audience responses
6. Internal Coordination and Logging
• Liaise with the editorial team to understand what each member is working on
• Keep a clear log of ongoing work, projects and outputs
• Support transparency and efficient workflow within the team
7. Administrative Support
• Provide general administrative support to the editorial team and Board
• Assist with organisational tasks that support the team
8. Skills and Requirements
• Excellent written and spoken language skills (English plus Farsi or Pashto)
• Proactive and highly organised with effective administration skills, and detail-oriented
• Strong communication abilities
• High level of digital literacy and confidence using a range of online tools
• Knowledge of how to collect audience data and present analytics
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Adobe InDesign, and content management systems (such as WordPress). Knowledge of working with a CRM would be desirable.
Terms and Benefits
• Consultancy contract ending 21 January 2027 with possible potential to extend.
• Four days per week, can be worked flexibly over a full week by agreement.
• Fee: £130 per day.
• The consultant will work remotely but with a team based in the UK so will need to observe relevant working hours. Ideal base is the UK or in a similar time zone.
• Candidates must have access to their own computer and WiFi.
• Candidates must have permission to work in their country of residence and be able to demonstrate this.
PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE REQUIRES A HIGH DEGREE OF CONFIDENTIALITY.
Applications
Please email hr@rukhshana.com with a CV and cover letter by 23.59 BST (UK time), Wednesday 21 October 2026.
