Book Fact Checker

4 days ago

Work from Home, Philippines Enlightenment Group Full time ₱187,200 - ₱360,000 per year

Enlightenment Group

Project Overview

We are commissioning a 10-chapter non-fiction book on Palestine. We are seeking a

meticulous and experienced fact-checker to verify all factual claims, citations, and historical

assertions to the highest editorial standard. This includes full referencing and cross-checking against reliable sources and offering detailed feedback.

Each chapter will be reviewed and approved before the next is assigned. The project must be fully completed no later than 31st October 2025.

Scope of Work

  • Fact-check and verify every claim (dates, names, places, quotes, statistics,

translations, events).

  • Provide complete citations for all verified claims—preferably from primary sources

or trusted secondary sources (academic, legal, UN, NGO, media).

  • Submit a short report per chapter outlining confirmed items, changes, flagged items

uncertainties or contradictions.

  • Work in close communication with the writer and editor to clarify claims and

resolve ambiguities.

  • Maintain strict accuracy, logical flow and consistency across all chapters.
  • Adhere to the deadlines and complete all 10 chapters no later than the end October 2025.

Budget & Payment

  • Total project fee: £200 GBP

→ Approx. ₱15,540 PHP (based on current exchange rates)

  • Paid in instalments after approval of each chapter.
  • Payment method by Wise.

Timeline

  • Start date: Immediately after selection and onboarding.
  • Chapter-by-chapter workflow: Each chapter submitted and approved before the

next.

  • Deadline for completion: 31st October 2025
  • Applications close: 5th October 2025

Candidate Profile

Essential

  • Proven experience fact-checking books, journalism, reports or academic work.
  • Subject matter familiarity, where possible, with Middle East history, Palestine,

colonial history, or geopolitics.

  • Excellent research skills and citation accuracy.
  • Native-level English proficiency and attention to nuance.
  • Able to flag grey areas and offer alternatives where sources conflict.
  • Familiarity with referencing systems (Chicago, APA, or in-line citation).
  • Ability to work independently and under time pressure.

Preferred

  • Degree (or higher) in history, journalism, political science, international relations, or a

related field.

  • Published examples of prior fact-checking or editorial work.
  • Arabic, or other regional language skills a bonus.
  • Experience in indexing, referencing, and academic editorial processes.

To Apply

Please send the following by 5th October 2025 to - :

  1. CV or resume

  2. Short cover letter (max 300 words) explaining why you believe you're the right

    candidate for this role

  3. Examples or references from previous fact-checking or editorial work (PDFs,

    screenshots, or links)

  4. Confirmation of availability to begin immediately if selected

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a short fact-checking exercise and written questionnaire. Final candidates will be interviewed before a decision is made.

Job Type: Fixed term

Contract length: 1 month

Pay: From Php15,540.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Work from home

Work Location: Remote