Job Opening: Executive Director – Palestine Deep Dive

An exciting opportunity to lead an independent media platform reshaping the future of journalism on Palestine.

Location: Hybrid – Primarily London studio/office and remote working

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: Four-day working week (Monday–Thursday)

About Palestine Deep Dive

Palestine Deep Dive is an independent media organisation unapologetically centring Palestinian voices in the face of decades of silencing, dehumanisation and erasure.

We are a small but rapidly growing organisation committed to building a multimedia platform capable of producing timely, in-depth journalism that exposes the realities of Israeli apartheid, colonialism and genocide.

Through podcasts, video journalism and written analysis, we challenge the failures and biases of mainstream media coverage. Through first-hand testimony, unflinching commentary and expert analysis, we aim to deepen public understanding while amplifying Palestinian perspectives and celebrating the fullness of Palestinian life and culture.

Palestine Deep Dive reaches an international audience and has built a significant global following across digital platforms including more than 100,000 followers across Instagram and YouTube.

We now operate from a newly built London-based studio, marking an exciting new phase in the development of our multimedia journalism.

The Role

We are seeking a new Executive Director to succeed Omar Aziz and lead the organisation into its next stage of growth.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to guide an independent media organisation at a critical political and historical moment.

The Executive Director will consolidate the organisation’s recent growth, strengthen its editorial and organisational structures, and manage a growing team in producing impactful journalism.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational development skills who can lead a growing team of journalists, producers and video editors and represent the organisation publicly.

Who Would Suit This Role

This role would suit someone with a strong commitment to Palestinian liberation who is excited by the challenge of leading and growing an independent media platform at this critical moment.

You may already come from journalism and documentary media, or possibly from academia, campaigning, or the non-profit sector, but you will share a deep understanding of the political stakes surrounding media coverage of Palestine.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Palestine Deep Dive

• Support and develop a growing team of journalists, producers and video editors

• Lead the editorial team to ensure high-quality journalism aligned with the organisation’s mission

• Develop internal processes to expand audience reach and impact

• Oversee the development and delivery of Palestine Deep Dive’s new weekly live show, ensuring it becomes the central pillar of the organisation’s editorial output and audience engagement.

• Some management of budgets and operational planning

• Lead fundraising efforts, including donor relations and grant applications

• Build partnerships with aligned media platforms, organisations and networks

• Represent Palestine Deep Dive publicly through media appearances, events and partnerships

• Ensure strong governance, accountability and ethical standards across the organisation

Skills and Experience Required

Essential

Candidates should have several years of experience working in media, campaigning, academia or the non-profit sector, along with a demonstrated commitment to Palestinian liberation and justice.

• At least three years’ experience managing and supporting teams

• Experience working in journalism, media production, campaigning, research or academia

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Palestinian question, regional politics and global geopolitics

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organisational and management skills

• A sophisticated understanding of the English-language media landscape and its coverage of Palestine

• Experience developing organisational strategy and managing projects

• Ability to work collaboratively with creative and editorial teams

• A strong understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks governing journalism in the UK, including defamation law and editorial risk management

Desirable

• Experience working in journalism, independent or alternative media

• Multimedia or video journalism experience

• Fundraising or grant management experience

• Arabic language skills

• Experience representing organisations publicly in media or at events

Personal Qualities

• A strong commitment to the mission and values of Palestine Deep Dive

• Integrity and a proven record of upholding professional ethical standards

• Ability to lead with both vision and humility

• Emotional intelligence and care in supporting colleagues with lived experience of occupation, displacement or trauma

• Comfortable working both behind the scenes and as a public-facing representative of the organisation when required

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

• A collaborative and supportive leadership style

Terms and Conditions

Location: Hybrid – Primarily London office and remote working

Hours: Four-day working week (Monday–Thursday)

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Pension scheme

• Flexible and generous holiday allowance

• Flexible working arrangements

• Generous parental leave policies

Contract: Standard employment contract including a three-month probationary period.

Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, Palestine Deep Dive is not currently able to sponsor work visas.

Application Process

Applicants should email the following:

• A CV

• A cover letter (maximum 1,000 words) explaining how you meet the essential criteria

• A list of relevant materials (publications, articles, videos, etc.) with web links

• Names, positions and email addresses of two referees

Please send applications with “Executive Director” in the subject line to:
info@palestinedeepdive.com

Deadline:

Friday 20 March 2026. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Additional Information

Palestine Deep Dive is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we may not be able to respond to all applicants individually. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Palestine Deep Dive reserves the right to close the application process early if a suitable candidate is identified.