Content Gap Analyst

• Job Title: Content Gap Analyst (Consultancy)
• Organization: Wikimedia User Group Uganda
• Core Focus: Open Knowledge, Research, Data Analysis, and Knowledge Equity

• Gap Identification: Audit and analyze existing Wikimedia projects (including Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikimedia Commons) to pinpoint missing or underrepresented topics regarding Uganda.
• Data & Topic Research: Research historical, cultural, geographical, and biographical areas of Ugandan knowledge that lack high-quality online representation.
• Strategic Reporting: Finalize comprehensive data reports detailing content gaps to guide targeted community writing and editing campaigns.
• Knowledge Equity Support: Align research frameworks with global Wikimedia knowledge equity goals, ensuring marginalized or undocumented narratives are prioritized.
• Actionable Insights: Provide data-driven recommendations on how to structure future programmatic initiatives and volunteer training workshops.

• Strong experience in qualitative/quantitative research, data analysis, or information management.
• Deep familiarity with the Wikimedia ecosystem (Wikipedia editing, structural policies, and backend tracking tools) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent understanding of Ugandan history, socio-cultural contexts, and contemporary local issues.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex open-source data into clear, actionable reports.
• High level of self-direction, analytical thinking, and a commitment to open access and free education.

• Competitive consultancy fee aligned with international non-profit and open-knowledge standards.
• Opportunity to contribute to global digital inclusion and shape how Ugandan history is recorded online.
• Flexible consulting framework with exposure to an international network of digital rights and open-education advocates.

• Application Email: info@wikimediauganda.org
• Required Documents: Your updated CV and a targeted cover letter outlining your research experience or familiarity with open-knowledge platforms.

Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Wikimedia User Group Uganda values diversity and is deeply committed to building an inclusive environment for free knowledge contributors.