Scriptwriter

Development Media

. Collaborate with DMI’s creative team to brainstorm, develop and refine script ideas aligned with campaign themes and objectives .

Posted 10/13/2026contractRemote • ZambiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in radio scriptwriting, creating engaging and emotionally resonant content tailored for parents and caregivers. Collaborates effectively with creative teams while incorporating feedback to enhance audience impact.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Radio ScriptwritingStrong Writing SkillsCharacter DevelopmentUnderstanding of Local CultureFamiliarity with Maternal and Child Health Topics

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Hard Skills

ScriptwritingConcise MessagingDialogue CreationSound Effect IntegrationEmotional Connection Development

Soft Skills

Collaborative SpiritOpenness to Feedback

Industry Keywords

Child HealthParentingRural AudiencesAudience Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with DMI’s creative team to brainstorm, develop and refine script ideas aligned with campaign themes and objectives
Write concise, engaging and emotionally resonant one-minute radio drama scripts for parents and caregivers of children aged 0–5 years
Incorporate feedback from pretesting sessions to maximize clarity and audience impact
Contribute creative ideas for integrating sound effects and music to enhance listener engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in radio scriptwriting with a portfolio of engaging, memorable work
Less experienced scriptwriters may be considered if their writing is of a very high standard
Strong writing skills, with an ability to convey clear messages in a concise and compelling way
Ability to create relatable characters, vivid scenes and emotional connections using only dialogue and sound effects
Understanding of local culture and audience, particularly rural audiences
Collaborative spirit and openness to feedback
Familiarity with maternal and child health topics is an advantage
Successful candidates may undergo background and reference checks where appropriate
All DMI employees will be required to self-declare prior issues of sexual or other misconduct, termination of past employment, criminal records, and concerns registered with government authorities regarding contact with children

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible start date
Opportunity to have a genuine, measurable impact on improving lives in low-income countries
Equality of opportunity regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships
Background and reference checks conducted where appropriate
Safeguarding and protection-focused work environment