Facilitator - Countering Disinformation and Misinformation - Consultant
Facilitate Countering Disinformation and Misinformation during Peace Code Camp.
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Overview
Facilitate Countering Disinformation and Misinformation during Peace Code Camp.
You have:
- Background in journalism, media literacy, or digital education.
- Experience using verification tools.
- Ability to balance technical accuracy with accessibility.
- Prior experience facilitating youth or civil society workshops.
Contract
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Who are we?
In 2003, DRC became one of the first organisations to provide humanitarian assistance in the country. Today, DRC continues to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable displacement-affected families, including IDPs, returnees, and host communities in Basra, Baqubah, Jalawla, Gatoon, Baghdad, Muqdadiya, Balad, Aziz Balad, Samarra, Mosul, Duhok, Tel Afar, Baa’j, Sinjar, and Erbil.
Find more about DRC operations in Iraq here: Iraq | DRC Danish Refugee Council
Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Consultant to facilitate Countering Disinformation and Misinformation in Baghdad.
Background
Under the project of Digital Peacebuilding for Social Cohesion in Iraq, the Danish Refugee Council and its partner Digital Peace Network will conduct the Peace Code Camp on the 21st of August 2025 in Baghdad; the Peace Code Camp is a digital initiative aimed at equipping a targeted group with digital skills and Artificial Intelligence tools to contribute to promote social cohesion and raise awareness on climate security. This camp integrates innovative technology into community-level peace strategies, ensuring inclusivity, creativity and local relevance.
Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Date: August 21, 2025 (One day)
Time: Full day (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Objectives of the Facilitator Role
During the Peace Code Camp, the selected facilitators will:
Lead interactive sessions introducing tools like fact-checking bots, AI verifiers, and media monitoring dashboards..
Build participants’ capacities through hands-on tools and real-time demonstrations.
Facilitate discussions, group work, and problem-solving sessions in Arabic Languages.
Support the development of group-generated outputs
Roles and Responsibilities
Participate in an online pre-camp coordination meeting prior to August 21 to align objectives, tools, and facilitation flow.
Design and deliver an interactive session on digital security.
Introduce tools for trend mapping, content moderation, and ethical digital engagement.
Facilitate hands-on exercises on identifying harmful narratives and developing peace messaging.
Support participants in developing simple outputs such as peace bot ideas or campaign sketches.
Participate in the final networking and evaluation session.
Submit a 1-page post-camp summary report.
Expected Outputs
Sample digital content countering disinformation.
Enhanced participant capacity for online verification.
Group ideas for awareness campaigns or local fact-checking initiatives.
Qualifications
Background in journalism, media literacy, or digital education.
Experience using verification tools
Ability to balance technical accuracy with accessibility.
Prior experience facilitating youth or civil society workshops.
Application process
Interested to apply? All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: Monday 11, 2025
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience with using verification tools for media. | The interviewer wants to assess your practical knowledge and competence with tools relevant to the role. | Share specific examples of tools you have used and the context in which you applied them. |
| What strategies would you use to engage youth in a workshop on digital literacy? | This question gauges your ability to tailor content for younger audiences. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a time you facilitated a challenging discussion? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure accessibility in your training materials? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you take to incorporate real-time digital skills into workshops? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle misinformation in the digital space during discussions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you think are the key components of effective peace messaging? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a project where you helped develop community-driven initiatives. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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