Media Database Coordinator (f/m/d)

Place of Work:
Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands
Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan or Mozambique
Employment Type: part-time (20 hours/week), permanent
Starting Date: January 2025
Salary: from EUR 40.000,00 annually (full time)

About Us
Light for the World is an international organization committed to building inclusive societies where people with disabilities have access to quality education, economic empowerment, and advocacy. Partnering with communities, governments, and other stakeholders, we drive sustainable change to empower individuals with disabilities to fully participate in all areas of life. Light for the World is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of diverse backgrounds to join our mission of creating a more inclusive world.

Your Role
As Media Database Coordinator, you will be instrumental in managing and maintaining our Digital Asset Management (DAM) system, CANTO. You will ensure high-quality, well-organized content is available to internal stakeholders across the organization. This role combines technical system management, content curation, and user support.

1. CANTO System Administration (40%)

• Oversee the database structure of the DAM system (CANTO)
• Propose and implement system improvements
• Act as the primary point of contact for DAM-related queries
• Coordinate and lead the CANTO admin group

2. Content Curation & Maintenance (40%)

• Process and manage audiovisual material from internal and external creators
• Approve, organize, rename, tag, and upload assets to ensure accurate and timely availability
• Develop and refine file naming conventions, metadata, taxonomy, and keywording standards
• Enhance usability of the DAM system
• Create tools to distribute and facilitate content usage
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for seamless digital asset integration

3. Training, Capacity-Building & Technical Support (20%)

• Maintain and update internal training resources on using the DAM system
• Provide technical support to internal users
• Stay informed about updates and new features in CANTO

Experience: 2+ years working with a DAM system (e.g., CANTO)

Skills: Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Technical: Knowledge of visual communication and digital content management. Familiarity with audiovisual content production is a plus

Languages: Fluent in English and German; additional languages like Amharic, French, or Portuguese are a bonus

Values: Committed to Light for the World’s mission and values, with an interest in international development and human rights

Other: Project management skills and a proven ability to work independently

• This is your chance to drive meaningful change with an internationally recognized development organization, while expanding your professional skills and experience
• Join a motivated, diverse, and professional team committed to continuous growth and innovation. We value participatory leadership, where your ideas and expertise will shape our collective success
• Enjoy a competitive salary within the national NGO sector, complete with full social insurance and a range of additional benefits
• Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work remotely, empowering you to balance professional and personal commitments
• Experience a warm, dynamic, and inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued, and collaboration is at the heart of our mission

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion in our organization. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or gender identity, and we very much welcome applications from people with disabilities.