About the Organisation

The Thomson Foundation is a British non-profit, non-political, and independent organisation dedicated to promoting free, independent, and ethical journalism worldwide. 

For over 60 years, it has trained journalists in more than 100 countries, collaborating with media organisations, governments, civil society, and universities to uphold fact-based, evidence-driven reporting standards. Focused on regions like Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, the Foundation champions media integrity, accuracy, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.thomsonfoundation.org.

Program Summary

The Fact-Checking Ambassadors Training of Trainers (ToT) program is an innovative initiative to enhance media integrity and foster responsible, factual journalism in Uganda. In November 2025, the Thomson Foundation will select 10 mid-career journalists for a training workshop in Kampala, equipping them with advanced verification, fact-checking, and training skills. As Fact-Checking Ambassadors, participants will lead peer training, strengthen newsroom verification standards, and promote accurate, responsible media practices across Uganda.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Conduct training sessions for peers to enhance fact-checking and verification skills
• Support the integration of verification standards in newsrooms
• Promote accurate, responsible, and fact-based reporting within Uganda’s media landscape

Eligibility Requirements

• Mid-career journalists with at least 5 years of professional experience in journalism or a related field
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in fact-checking, investigative reporting, or verification
• Solid understanding of misinformation and disinformation challenges in media
• Motivated and capable of leading training or mentorship programs in newsrooms or professional communities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to advancing media ethics
• Representation from diverse regions of Uganda to ensure inclusivity and nationwide coverage
• Proficiency or willingness to learn digital verification tools (e.g., OSINT tools, social media monitoring platforms)
• Availability to attend the full training workshop in Kampala in November 2025

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee comprising Thomson Foundation staff and partners. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by mid-November 2025.

How to Apply

Interested journalists should submit the following documents tomea.recruitment@thomsonfoundation.orgwith the subject line “Application for Fact-Checking Ambassadors ToT”:

• A CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A cover letter detailing:
  • Reasons for applying
  • Relevant work experience
  • Plans to apply the training in their newsroom or professional network

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 31 October 2025