Mawqif Editorial Team Applications

Amman Baccalaureate School · Student-run newsroom

Applications close December 25th — don’t miss your chance. Apply now

Tell stories that matter. Shape the voice of ABS.

Mawqif is a fully student-run news platform for Amman Baccalaureate School. We’re looking for committed writers and editors who are ready to report, investigate, and publish responsible journalism for our community.

Apply as Writer Apply as Editor

You’ll be taken to a secure Microsoft Form. Please read this page carefully before applying.

What is Mawqif?

A student-run newsroom covering local school life, Jordan, and global issues – all produced, edited, and managed by ABS students.

Under the hood, it’s powered by a professional-style dashboard for writers and editors, but on the surface it’s a clean public news site anyone can read.

Choose your role

Both roles are essential to how Mawqif runs. Read the expectations before picking one.

Writer

You pitch, research, and write the stories.

  • Pitch articles on school life, Jordan, and global events with a clear angle.
  • Draft and revise articles in the Mawqif dashboard using our templates.
  • Respond to editor feedback and meet agreed deadlines.
  • Fact-check sources and verify information before submission.
  • Work with photography, design, and data (if needed) to support your piece.

Estimated time: 2–4 hours per article

Apply as Writer

Editor

You shape the final voice and quality of Mawqif.

  • Review incoming drafts and give clear, specific inline comments.
  • Check structure, clarity, and consistency with Mawqif’s style and values.
  • Coordinate with writers on revisions and deadlines.
  • Approve or request changes before publication in the dashboard.
  • Help plan coverage and maintain a balanced mix of topics.

Estimated time: 2–3 hours per week

Apply as Editor

How the application works

Short, clear, and fair. Here’s what happens after you click apply.

1

Fill out the Microsoft Form

Choose whether you are applying as a writer or an editor. Share basic information, why you want to join, and any experience you have.

2

Complete the task

Writers will be asked to submit a short writing sample or pitch. Editors may be asked to comment on a sample text or explain how they would improve it.

3

Review & decision

The Mawqif core team will review your application and task. You’ll receive an email with the result, and next steps if you are accepted.

4

Onboarding & first article

Accepted applicants will be invited to a short onboarding session covering the dashboard, expectations, and your first article or editing assignment.

Who can apply?

Mawqif is open to students at Amman Baccalaureate School.

Minimum expectations

  • You are a current student at ABS.
  • You can commit to deadlines and communicate if something changes.
  • You are willing to receive and respond to feedback.
  • You care about accuracy, fairness, and representing others responsibly.

Not required (but helpful)

  • Previous experience in journalism, MUN, or writing.
  • Comfort with Google Docs, Microsoft Word, or similar tools.
  • Interest in current events, politics, culture, or school life.

Application timeline

Exact dates may shift slightly, but this is roughly what to expect.

Applications open

Forms are opened for new applicants. You can submit at any point during the window.

Application review

The team reads your form, checks your task, and compares applications to build a balanced team.

Decisions emailed

You’ll receive an email telling you whether you’ve been accepted this cycle, wait-listed, or encouraged to re-apply later.

Onboarding & training

New team members will be onboarded to the dashboard, article workflow, and editorial standards.

Social Media Team (separate application)

This is for students who want to run Mawqif’s Instagram and digital presence, not just write or edit articles.

Frequently asked questions

If you still have questions after reading this, feel free to reach out.

Please choose the one that best matches your strengths for this cycle. In special cases, you may help with both, but we want each person to have one main role.

That’s okay. We care more about your willingness to learn, your ideas, and your commitment. Use the form to show how you think, even if you haven’t written for a publication before.

It depends on the role and on our publishing schedule. Expect roughly 2–4 hours per article for writers, and around 2–3 hours per week for editors during active weeks.

Yes, but please communicate early. We expect professionalism: if you need a break, talk to the team so we can plan around it and support you.

A small core team from Mawqif. Your responses are only used to evaluate your fit for the team.

If you’re unsure whether Mawqif is a good fit or have questions about the process, you can email contact@mawqif.io or sebastian_nemeh@abs.edu.jo. You can also read more and access the application at apply.mawqif.io.

Ready to apply?

Take a few minutes to answer honestly and carefully. Your application is our first impression of how you think, write, and handle responsibility.

Apply as Writer Apply as Editor

If you have any issues with the form or questions about the process, please contact contact@mawqif.io or sebastian_nemeh@abs.edu.jo, or visit apply.mawqif.io.