International Consultant for Digital Skills in Journalism

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Issued by: OSCE Mission to Montenegro
Vacancy number: VNMNGC00161
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Media Affairs
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Podgorica
Date of issue: 9 April 2019
Deadline for application: 6 May 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Date of entry on duty: 22 July 2019

Background

		The Media Programme will continue to support PSB capacity building efforts during 2019. The Mission strongly believes that public service broadcasting is a cornerstone of democracy. It is of utmost importance for all citizens to have a trusted source of information at their disposal – especially when a confusing amount of sometimes biased media content is being created. Public service broadcasters must guarantee editorial independence, accountability and transparency, when competing media sources fail to do so. With the aim to enhance the capacities of RTCG to promote its webpage, increase the traffic on the portal, and to establish the portal as a trusted platform for constructive public debate, the Mission will organise an in-house training for moderators of digital content. Professional moderation of online outreach to audiences is of particular importance in times where a growing number of discriminating and hateful comments can easily undermine societal cohesion and create additional tension. An International Consultant for digital skills in journalism from an international media outlet will be hired to share knowledge and experience with RTCG moderators and management. The expert will introduce available instruments which should also help RTCG to reach a larger audience through their website. The objective of this consultancy is to contribute to the overall strengthening of RTCG’s online presence and outreach capabilities and while designing the training programme, special attention should be paid to gender equality in media production and outreach. The Media Programme therefore invites applications from highly qualified, energetic and experienced international professionals for the temporary consultancy post of International Consultant for Digital Skills in Journalism who would be tasked to conduct a five day training in order to improve knowledge of RTCG moderators and management on available instruments, digital and statistic, which should also increase the outreach of RTCG website. The moderation training will place particular emphasis on dealing with hate speech and discriminatory language.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the supervision and in close cooperation with the OSCE Mission to Montenegro/Media Programme Manager, the consultant will be required to perform the following tasks: Prepare the training programme on digital skills in journalism for five full days of training, for app.15 participants, representatives of Public Service Broadcaster (PSB) Radio Television of Montenegro’s (RTCG) portal (including agenda, working methods, handouts and evaluation forms), develop the list of equipment and materials necessary for carrying out the training sessions, in Montenegrin and English language, by July 25, 2019, work from home; Deliver the five full day in-house training on digital skills in journalism for app.15 participants, representatives of PSB RTCG portal, by August 2, 2019, in Podgorica (5 working days); Submit a short training report and evaluation (min. 3 pages), in English language, by August 6, 2019, work from home; Special note: The schedule is subject to potential changes. Deliverables: The training programme submitted, for five full days of training on digital skills in journalism, for app.15 participants, representatives of Public Service Broadcaster (PSB) Radio Television of Montenegro’s (RTCG) portal (including agenda, working methods, handouts and evaluation forms), the list of equipment and materials necessary for carrying out the training sessions developed, in Montenegrin and English language, by July 25, 2019, work from home; The five full day in-house training on digital skills in journalism delivered, for app.15 participants, representatives of PSB RTCG portal, by August 2, 2019, in Podgorica (5 working days); Short training report and evaluation submitted (min. 3 pages), in English language, by August 6, 2019, work from home; Special note: The schedule is subject to potential changes.

Necessary Qualifications

		University degree in journalism, media, social/political sciences, communications, marketing, international relations, law, economy or related field; Minimum 8 eight years of relevant professional experience; Extensive knowledge in the usage and promotion of social media, webpages as well as tools for moderation of digital content; Professional experience in conducting trainings, writing training programmes or other documents related to social media development; Advanced communication skills and ability to work in groups; 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; Extensive knowledge of OSCE key documents about media standards can 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.