Spanish Language Programming Specialist

AAAS•Washington, DC

5h•Remote

About The Position

SciLine, a free service that connects journalists with scientific evidence and expertise, is seeking a Spanish Language Programming Specialist to drive the expansion of its services to reach Spanish-speaking audiences. This is a new position that recognizes the critical need to combat misinformation and support evidence-based reporting in Spanish language media. The successful candidate will work closely with teammates across SciLine’s briefing, training, editorial, rapid-response, and TV-focused services to both adapt English language offerings into Spanish, as well as create and deploy new programming that meets the direct needs of this important audience. This is a fully-remote, one-year time-limited position, with the possibility of extension based on needs and interest. Help us ignite the next era of science.

Requirements

Fluency in Spanish
Experience in journalism and/or content creation in both English and Spanish
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
Educational background in science OR demonstrated understanding of scientific processes, integrity, and ethics
Experience developing and leading events for audiences of scientists or journalists
Ability to balance short- and long-term deadlines simultaneously
Ability to work independently, but appreciative of collaborative inputs
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across the scientific and journalistic enterprises
Sensitivity to social and ethical issues relevant to science, science communication, and journalism
Appreciation for SciLine’s overarching mission of enhancing journalism with scientific expertise and context and leveraging journalism in support of evidence-based decision-making.

Responsibilities

Be the primary producer of Spanish language programming across all of SciLine’s services, focused on understanding and meeting the needs and interests of Spanish-speaking journalists and scientists.
Ideate, pitch, and produce Spanish-language content and programming such as expert interview opportunities, briefings for reporters, and editorial content and resources for scientists and journalists.
Monitor and collaborate with SciLine’s English-language programming and editorial teams to identify opportunities for translating or adapting offerings into Spanish.
Collaborate with SciLine’s expert-matching and breaking news services to explore and build capacity for rapid-response work in Spanish.
Consult with SciLine’s training team on the development of workshops and training materials for Spanish speaking audiences.
Contribute to grant proposals and fundraising reports related to reaching and serving Spanish language audiences.
Represent SciLine at internal and external meetings and events, including helping to lead workshops and panels showcasing SciLine’s work.
Undergo cross-training to support and fill capacity gaps in SciLine’s expert matching service.