Job Title: Media Assistant

Job Location: Gaziantep

Reporting to: CEO

Background

Sened, is an independent non-profit organization established and registered in Türkiye (under No: 27-15-175) in 2013.

• The name “Sened” in Arabic means “support” you could count on.
• Sened, was founded in response to The Syrian catastrophe, which led to critical situations and displacement of internally displaced people (IDPs) within Syria. The individuals who faced hardships due to factors such as repression, human rights abuses, and violence against civilians (including bombings, shelling, and sieges) and the urgent needs of millions of Syrian refugees in Türkiye. Later, our projects expanded to include support for the Turkish hosting community of the Syrian refugees. Our work spans across humanitarian sectors, with a special focus on advocating for the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities (PwDs) and their families.

Safeguarding

At Sened, we deliver humanitarian aid with the utmost commitment to safety and dignity. We understand that safeguarding is a critical component of our operations, and we integrate this principle into every layer of our work, from initial planning to final implementation. Our goal is to create a safe and secure environment that enables resilient communities to thrive. To achieve this, we adhere to our principles of Safe Programming, Safe Operation, Safe People, and Safe Response, which help us to identify and proactively mitigate risks, prioritize community trust, and uphold ethical standards. SENED’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding ensures that all those we serve receive the highest standards of safety and protection in all our humanitarian endeavors.

Job purpose

The Media Assistant supports Sened’s communication, visibility, and outreach efforts by ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality production of media content across all platforms. The role contributes to strengthening Sened’s public image, donor visibility, and engagement with communities by assisting in content development, graphic design, social media management, and documentation of project activities.

Working closely with the program teams in Türkiye, the Media Assistant helps coordinate the creation, editing, and dissemination of multimedia materials; supports field teams in capturing stories, photos, and videos; and ensures that all communication products comply with donor visibility guidelines and Sened’s branding standards. The position plays a key role in improving internal communication workflows, meeting deadlines, and enhancing overall efficiency and quality within the Media & Communications Unit.

Duties, Objectives, Competencies

Assist in the development of multimedia content, including social media posts, photos, short videos, infographics, and promotional materials.Support field teams during activity implementations by capturing high-quality photos, videos, and human-interest stories.

• Edit and prepare content for publication in line with SENED’s branding and donor visibility guidelines.
• Coordinate with program teams to collect information, success stories.
• Assist in scheduling and publishing content across Sened’s social media platforms.
• Monitor engagement, audience feedback, and trends to support improved visibility and outreach.
• Help maintain Sened’s digital asset library (photos, videos, templates, design files).
• Support the design of simple communication materials such as banners, brochures, event visuals, and presentations.
• Ensure all communication materials follow Sened’s design templates, branding rules, and visibility requirements.
• Assist in coordinating with internal departments to gather information needed for media outputs.
• Support external communication with vendors, photographers, designers, or agencies when necessary.
• Provide logistical support to the Media Officer during events, campaigns, workshops, and community activities.
• Support documentation and archiving of media content and communication outputs.
• Assist in preparing reports, visibility packages, and documentation required by donors.
• Contribute to maintaining an organized workflow for media requests and deadlines.
• Strengthen Sened’s visibility and image through timely and professional multimedia content.
• Ensure consistent application of Sened and donor visibility guidelines across all communication materials.
• Improve internal communication and coordination between the Media Unit and program teams.
• Support increased engagement and reach across Sened’s social media and digital platforms.
• Contribute to documenting project impact through stories, visuals, and field content.
• Enhance the quality and efficiency of Sened’s communication deliverables through effective support, organization, and follow-up.

Additional Responsibilities

The above-mentioned key tasks and duties are illustrative ones. Other future responsibilities may be assigned to the job at the request of the head of department according to the need.

Essential Requirements

• University degree (or ongoing studies) in Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 1,2 years of experience (including internships or volunteering) in media, content support, or design.
• Good knowledge of graphic design software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and willingness to develop skills.
• Familiarity with video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, After Effects) is an advantage.
• Experience in assisting with social media management (posting, scheduling, monitoring engagement).
• Good skills in journalism and content writing in English and Turkish (Arabic is an advantage).
• Basic knowledge of photography and videography.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to support multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with team members and external partners.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Commitment to ethical standards and professional confidentiality.

Desired Requirements

• Previous volunteering or internship experience with NGOs or international organizations.
• Interest or basic experience in creating media content that considers inclusivity and accessibility, especially related to persons with disabilities.
• Familiarity with digital campaign tools (e.g., Meta Business Suite, Google Ads) is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge or interest in 3D design or motion graphics.
• Participation in organizing events, workshops, or media activities is a plus.
• Ability to connect with local media contacts (existing network is an advantage).
• Creativity and willingness to suggest new ideas for media activities and campaigns.
• Flexibility to travel and support field activities when required.
• Fluency in English

Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in design and video editing software.
• Experience in photography and videography.
• Social media account management.
• Familiarity with accessibility principles (Accessibility basics).

Safeguarding: Disabled beneficiaries, children, and vulnerable adults must be fully protected possible from any actions or failings that could place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury, or other harm. Sened demonstrates its commitment to safeguarding by conducting rigorous background and reference checks during the selection process for all candidates.

Diversity: Sened is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, effective, and representative organizational culture. We promote employee equity and diversity and strive to eliminate discrimination. A diverse workforce, encompassing various age groups, backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, enhances our ability to understand, represent, and serve our community. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, disability, or age.

• Sened reserves the right to re-advertise the vacancy, cancel the recruitment, offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or offer a contract at a lower grade.
• This job description serves only as a guide for the position available. Sened reserves the right to amend this document. Any published closing dates are estimates. Due to the nature of Sened’s work, we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. Therefore, we may close adverts before the published closing date if we find the right candidate. We advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible.

• Sened does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Sened Kuruluşu işe alım sürecinin hiçbir adımında ücret talep etmemektedir.