Brief project description:

Living library is an effort to open the door for greater understanding and appreciation of differences Living Library is an effort to open the door for greater understanding and appreciation of differences among people as a way to achieve a rich and open society.

Living Library (LL) functions like a common library as we all know it – readers come, fill in a reader’s card, choose the right book and borrow it for a limited period. However, there is just one difference in LL: the LL-Books are not paper books. The books in LL are human beings representing diverse groups that often face prejudices and stereotypes and who are often victims of discrimination or social exclusion.

You can read more about the project here.

Job description:

• document the whole project starting at its beginning in the field;
• closely cooperate with cameraman/photographer and other Living Library staff;
• sensitively interview Readers, Books and other visitors;
• participate in follow–up activities, such as promotion of the Living Library project.

Journalist profile

We are looking for an open-minded, enthusiastic and trustworthy professional journalist (university students and young professionals are highly encourage to apply), who:

• has professional experience in Journalism/Communication/Media;
• is capable of sensitively and attractively promoting an innovative project via her/his writing skills;
• is a good team player;
• possesses excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills;
• works well under pressure and manages well stress and conflict;
• can work with a flexible schedule. Knowledge of English or any other foreign language would be an asset.

What we offer:

• publication of your report in UNV and Alliance related media;
• experience working in a unique and innovative project in an international environment;
• opportunity to meet interesting and diverse groups of people;
• reference for future involvement in volunteer and professional activities;
• certified recognition of work.

Please submit your statement of interest by e-mail to Ms. Irina Nerubaeva with “LL-Journalist application” in the Subject line.