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Issued by: OSCE Mission to Montenegro
Vacancy number: VNMNGC00177
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Media Affairs
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Podgorica
Date of issue: 26 July 2019
Deadline for application: 22 August 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Date of entry on duty: 2 October 2019

Background

		During the year of 2019, the Media Programme of OSCE Mission to Montenegro is, among others, focussed on the issue of media literacy. Therefore, in order to help journalists, media professionals and institutions in Montenegro dealing with media and education (and overall general public as well) to make a distinction between propaganda and disinformation on the one hand, and truthful news and information on the other hand, an international consultant will be engaged in the development of a media literacy booklet. The booklet will focus on practical examples and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic. In the long term, the distribution of this kind of booklet will increase the number of people informed about the topic, help the general public recognize and differentiate real and useful news from deliberate disinformation. The Media Programme therefore invites applications from highly qualified, energetic and experienced international professionals for the temporary consultancy post of International Consultant for Booklet on Media Literacy to develop a Media Literacy Booklet aimed at educating journalists, bloggers, media institutions and the general public in Montenegro on the important issue of media literacy. The selected international consultant will prepare Booklet focusing on practical examples and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic. The Booklet will be shaped to pay special attention to the gender mainstreaming.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the supervision and in close cooperation with the OSCE Mission to Montenegro/Media Programme Manager, the international consultant will be required to perform the following tasks: To submit Concept paper on the content of the Booklet by October 7, 2019 (two full working days), in English language, in one page minimum, work from home; To deliver the Draft version of the Media Literacy Booklet in English language focusing on practical examples (e.g. from Europe and the region) and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic, no later than October 22, 2019 (eight full working days), in app. 30 pages, work from home; Finalisation of the Booklet: the Booklet must be authentic work of the author and contain logo of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, with the Copyright transferred to OSCE Mission to Montenegro, it should finally consist of app. 30 pages in English language, focusing on practical examples (e.g. from Europe and the region) and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic, finalized by October 31, 2019 (five full working days), work from home. Deliverables: Concept paper on the content of the Booklet submitted by October 7, 2019 (two full working days), in English language, in one page minimum, work from home; The Draft version of the Media Literacy Booklet submitted in English language focusing on practical examples (e.g. from Europe and the region) and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic, no later than October 22, 2019 (eight full working days), in app. 30 pages, work from home; The finalized and approved Booklet submitted: the Booklet must be authentic work of the author and contain logo of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, with the Copyright transferred to OSCE Mission to Montenegro, it should finally consist of app. 30 pages in English language, focusing on practical examples (e.g. from Europe and the region) and analysis of media content in order to demystify the term media literacy and to help the audience adopt basic concepts related to this topic, submitted by October 31, 2019 (five full working days), work from home. Special note: The schedule is subject to potential changes.

Necessary Qualifications

		University degree in the area of political science, journalism, law, communication or related fields; Minimum 8 years of professional experience in the field of media development and media functioning; Extensive knowledge of the media literacy concept and media literacy state of play in Europe and the region; Professional experience in writing training programmes, booklets or in engaging trainings related to media development and media literacy; Professional fluency in the English language, both oral and written; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Previous experience working with other international organizations would be considered as an asset; Knowledge of OSCE key documents about media standards would be considered as an advantage.

Remuneration Package

		The Expert/Consultant will be remunerated commensurate with his/her experience and qualifications in accordance with the OSCE established rates. The OSCE Mission to Montenegro will cover all travel related expenses for the Expert.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online, using the OSCE online application link. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in other languages than the English language will not be considered. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, or to offer an appointment with modified Terms of Reference or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

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