The program provides virtual academic and professional support to early-career scholars who have experienced displacement and are studying or researching refugee and forced migration studies, establishing mentoring partnerships with other scholars in the field. Mentors and mentees can be based anywhere in the world. In addition to personalized support, the program offers opportunities to build academic skills and connections with fellow participants.

Learn more about the program and discover how you can benefit and help others by visiting the webpage.

Duration: The six-month program will run from May to October 2026

Applications deadline is 6 April 2026.

If you have any queries, please contact the Kaldor Centre at displaced-scholar-mentoring@unsw.edu.au

This program is supported by LERRN  through the Mentorship Programs work stream. 

Duration: 10 April 2026 – 30 June 2026 (with a possibility of extension).

Hourly Rate: $25/hr. up to 10h a week with flexible scheduling

Application Deadline: 3 AprilÌý2026

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Scope of Work

The Communications and Multimedia Project Coordinator will perform a variety of communication tasks in support of the Knowledge Mobilization activities of the Local Engagement Refugee Research Network (LERRN). Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Social Media and Communications

• Develop, maintain and improve LERRN project communication strategy and monthly communication work plans.
• Develop content for social media channels that is consistent, targeted, and impactful and aligned to project goals and objectives.

• Coordinate and maintain LERRN online presence to increase our digital outreach and engagement (including website, Facebook and Twitter, etc.).

Video Editing and Digital Content Creator

• Produce short promotional videos, podcasts, and other media content to support LERRN’s core mandate, for use across its social media platforms
• Assist with pre-production tasks such as scriptwriting, storyboarding, and location scouting.
• Edit raw footage to create compelling and visually appealing research promotional materials and knowledge mobilization products.

Required Qualifications

• Be a registered student at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University, enrolled in Media Production and Design, Film Studies, Communication and Media Studies, Interactive Multimedia and Design, or Journalism for the duration of the contract.
• Have experience managing social media for research projects.
• Have a minimum of two years of experience in interviewing, writing, and editing articles or blogs.
• Demonstrate strong visual storytelling skills, including the ability to create meaningful content and edit videos for diverse audiences.
• Have experience in scriptwriting, storyboarding, and content conceptualization.
• Have experience coordinating shoots (e.g., interviews), including scheduling and logistics planning.
• Possess advanced proofreading skills and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a supportive and productive team member in a rapidly changing, deadline-oriented environment, with strong time management skills.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter to lerrn@carleton.ca by April 3, 2026.
Please include “Communications and Multimedia Project Coordinator� in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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