Fact Checking Editor

About the role

The Fact Checking Editor will work full‑time on‑site in Addis Ababa, ensuring the accuracy of facts, data, quotes and sources across all editorial content before publication.

Key responsibilities

• Cross‑check information against primary and secondary sources and identify inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors and researchers to resolve discrepancies and maintain fact‑checking standards.
• Document verification processes and ensure adherence to ethical and editorial guidelines.
• Monitor emerging misinformation trends and provide feedback to content creators.
• Support training initiatives that strengthen newsroom fact‑checking practices.

Required profile

• Strong research and verification skills with ability to assess source credibility.
• Excellent editorial judgment, attention to detail and experience reviewing journalistic content for accuracy.
• Solid understanding of media ethics, independent journalism principles and fact‑checking methodologies.
• Advanced written communication skills in Amharic.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, Law or related field, or equivalent experience.

Required skills

• Proficiency with digital research tools and databases.
• Basic data literacy and familiarity with social media and online information ecosystems.