Student Assistant Multimedia Journalism

WHH Uganda - Welthungerhilfe; Bonn; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Modern & agile work environment

Personal & professional growth

Team culture and collaboration

Job summary

Welthungerhilfe in Bonn is offering a 1-year, part-time Student Assistant Multimedia Journalism role. You will work 20 hours per week and earn €15 per hour, with mobile work possible within Germany.

The position is ideal for students pursuing marketing, communications, journalism, or related studies. You will support our global photo and video content management, collaborate with country offices to plan visuals, and write captions for stories.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at a university in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Passion for photography, visual storytelling, and videography; some practical experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of visual communication and asset selection for audiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiar with photo databases and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Writes captions and editorial texts with clarity and style.
• Editorial experience in international development or humanitarian aid is a plus.
• Well organized, reliable, and able to work independently and in a team.
• Fluent English and good German proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support management, QA, and improvement of global photo/video database and Brand Portal.
• Collaborate with colleagues from country offices to plan, coordinate, and provide visual content for global communications.
• Independently research photographers and videographers from around the world.
• Review, assess, and curate photo and video content for different audiences and channels.
• Write captions and short accompanying texts for photo and video stories.

Skills

Photography

Video storytelling

Caption writing

Editorial content

Content curation

Education

Marketing/Communications/Journalism study

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Career Opportunities: Student Assistant Multimedia Journalism (14695)

Requisition ID 14695 - Posted 10/02/2026 - Bonn - Part Time

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Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany’s largest private aid organizations. Politically and religiously independent, we work toward a world without hunger. Together with national and international partners, we respond to humanitarian crises and support long-term solutions that improve the living conditions for the most vulnerable people. We change and shape food systems, we are locally-led and globally connected. As an impact-oriented and human-centered organization, we use innovation, evidence and data-informed decision-making to continuously improve our work and contribute to #Zero Hunger.

Our vision: "Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet." Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application!

Student Assistant Multimedia Journalism

in Bonn

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of 1 year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Bonn, Germany. You will work 20 hours/week, to enable you to continue your qualification within the framework of your current studies. Mobile work within Germany is possible in agreement with your team. 100% mobile work is not possible. The position is remunerated with 15 Euro per hour.

Your responsibilities

• You support the management, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of our global photo and video database as well as our Brand Portal.
• You collaborate with colleagues from our country offices to plan, coordinate, and provide visual content for our global communications.
• You independently research photographers and videographers from around the world.
• You review, assess, and curate photo and video content, selecting the most suitable assets for different target audiences and communication channels.
• You independently write captions and short accompanying texts for photo and video stories.

Your profile

• You are currently enrolled at a university, ideally in a degree program in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• You have a passion for photography, visual storytelling, and videography, and ideally have gained some initial practical experience in these areas.
• You have a strong understanding of visual communication and know how to effectively select, curate, and use photos and videos for different audiences and communication purposes.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office and have some experience working with photo databases and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
• You write short texts, captions, and other editorial content with accuracy, clarity, and a strong sense of style.
• Ideally, you have gained some initial editorial experience, preferably in the context of international development, humanitarian aid, or international cooperation.
• You are well organized, reliable, and able to work independently, while also thriving as a collaborative team player.
• You are fluent in English and have good German Proficiency

What we offer

• Valuable Insights: Get the chance to explore the NGO world beyond your immediate responsibilities and expand your professional perspective.
• Flexibility: We offer flexible working hours to help you balance your work and ongoing studies.
• Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
• Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which you can find under Our benefits.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet"

Transparency and Quality

Welthungerhilfe, its employees, as well as its partners commit to transparency and quality.