Dawlaty Announces Call for Podcaster (Fully Remote Podcast Host): A Chance to Amplify Women’s Voices in Syria
Dawlaty, a leading civil society organization working toward democratic transition in Syria, has opened a new opportunity for a freelance Podcaster (Podcast Host) as part of its ongoing efforts to center marginalized voices and promote inclusive political participation.
This call, announced under Request for Quotation No. RFQ-25-610, seeks an experienced podcast host and producer who can help bring the stories, perspectives, and political experiences of Syrian women to a wider audience.
The application window is open until 15 December 2025.
About Dawlaty
Dawlaty works closely with civil society partners, youth, and marginalized groups to strengthen their role in shaping democratic processes. Through workshops, webinars, and community engagements, Dawlaty aims to create space for critical discussions and ensure the voices of beneficiaries—especially young women and men—are represented in public dialogue.
About the Podcast Project
This position falls under the WACS project, which focuses on raising awareness about effective and sustainable ways for women to participate in decision-making at community and national levels.
The podcast will feature Syrian women from diverse social and political backgrounds, sharing their personal experiences in civic engagement and political participation. It also aims to spark conversations among Syrian youth about what political participation truly means.
The selected service provider will be responsible for producing 10 full podcast episodes, including music features and all technical and creative production steps.
Location and Timeline
- Location: Fully remote
- Estimated Start Date: 10 January 2026
- Estimated End Date: 10 March 2026
Scope of Work
The Podcaster/Podcast Host will take the lead on both editorial and technical aspects of the production. Responsibilities include:
Editorial & Content Creation
- Writing episode outlines, scripts, and interview questions
- Researching and identifying potential guests
- Conducting outreach and scheduling interviews
- Ensuring conversations align with the project’s goals and messaging
Recording & Production
- Conducting high-quality audio recordings
- Managing clear, professional sound with minimal noise
- Editing audio: balancing sound levels, removing errors, adding transitions, music, and effects
- Reviewing content with Dawlaty to refine clarity, tone, and narrative flow
- Delivering final audio files in required formats and ensuring compliance with broadcasting standards
The service provider may subcontract technical tasks when necessary, with Dawlaty’s approval.
What Dawlaty Provides
Dawlaty commits to offering the support needed for successful delivery, including coordination with beneficiaries and timely processing of payments upon approval of deliverables.
Dawlaty also reserves the right to divide quotations, adjust quantities, or contract more than one provider if needed. A late penalty of 1% per week will apply for delayed submissions.
Qualification Requirements
Main Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of podcasting and guest-interviewing experience
- Strong communication and organizational abilities
- Creative mindset with excellent scriptwriting skills
- Ability to generate original ideas and adapt to challenges
- Technical knowledge in audio editing software, microphones, and recording equipment
- Strong understanding of Syrian contexts
- Essential knowledge of gender issues, human rights, civic engagement, and democracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication in Arabic and English
Selection Process
Dawlaty will evaluate applications in several stages:
- Review of non-price criteria for completeness and acceptability
- Technical evaluation of proposals meeting all mandatory requirements
- Financial evaluation for technically acceptable offers
- Interviews with the three lowest-priced qualified candidates
- Final selection, subject to committee approval
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Application Requirements
Eligible candidates must submit a complete application including:
- Technical offer / CV / professional profile
- Financial offer (or completion of the pricing table in Article 7)
- Company registration documents + ID or passport
- At least three samples of previous work
- Signed Non-Conflict of Interest form
- Bank details
All documents must be signed and stamped, and applications must remain valid for 90 days.
Applicants should email their complete files to HR@dawlaty.org using the subject line:
RFQ-25-610 – [Applicant’s Name]
Questions may be directed to abdullah.sa@dawlaty.org before 10 December 2025.
Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding
Dawlaty is an equal-opportunity organization committed to diversity, human rights, and safeguarding. It applies a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation, abuse, discrimination, or harassment. As part of the contracting process, standard background checks may be required.
If you are passionate about storytelling, social impact, and amplifying women’s political voices in Syria, this is a powerful opportunity to contribute your skills—and help shape meaningful conversations that matter.
