International Consultant on Media Literacy

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Issued by: OSCE Mission to Montenegro
Vacancy number: VNMNGC00162
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Media Affairs
Number of posts: 2
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: 3 September 2019

Background

		In 2019, the OSCE Mission to Montenegro will focus on the issue of media literacy and the correlation of this topic with creating a tension resilient society. Media outlets have stressed the importance of the education of journalists on media literacy, especially for young journalists and students of journalism. In the world of mass media and intense spreading of information, it is of the utmost importance to help ordinary people, journalists and media professionals to differentiate propaganda, fake news, and hate speech on the one hand from accurate, reliable and truthful information on the other hand. The dissemination of hate speech is closely connected to security issues and the incitement to violence. Therefore there is plenty of room for improvement in the area of media and information literacy. Having all of this in mind Media Programme of OSCE Mission to Montenegro will organize two 3-day capacity building training sessions on media literacy for two sets of audience. First 3-day capacity building training session will be delivered to young professionals nominated by the Agency for Electronic Media (AEM) and office of the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms (Ombudsman). These professionals would then later be called upon to pass their knowledge on to a broad range of journalists and other media professionals. Second 3-day capacity building training session will be delivered to the students from the Faculty of Political Science (Department of Journalism), future journalists who will be primarily engaged in media outlets or media institutions in Montenegro. The training will introduce the subject of media and information literacy in such a way that it becomes useful for their future professional engagement. The Media Programme therefore invites applications from highly qualified, energetic and experienced international professionals for the temporary consultancy post of International Consultant on Media Literacy who would be tasked to, working in pair with another International Consultant on Media Literacy, jointly prepare and deliver two 3-day training sessions focused on practical examples (e.g. from Europe and the region) and the analysis of media content in order to demystify the subject of media literacy and to help participants to adopt basic concepts in relation to this topic that they can further use and implement in their work and share with their colleagues.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the supervision and in close cooperation with the OSCE Mission to Montenegro/Media Programme Manager, the pair of International consultants, working jointly, will be required to perform the following tasks: Prepare the two training programmes on Media Literacy for two 3-days (full days) training sessions, for app.15 participants in each training session (including agenda, working methods, handouts and evaluation forms), develop the list of equipment and materials necessary for carrying out the training sessions, in English language, by September 13, 2019, work from home (1 working day); Deliver the three full days training session on Media Literacy for app.15 participants nominated by the Agency for Electronic Media (AEM) and office of the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms (Ombudsman), by September 19, 2019, in Podgorica (3 working days); Deliver the three full days training session on Media Literacy for app.15 participants students from the Faculty of Political Science (Department of Journalism), by September 23, 2019, in Podgorica (3 working days); Submit training report and evaluation (min. 3 pages), in English language, September 30, 2019, work from home (1 working day); Special note: The schedule is subject to potential changes. Deliverables: Two training programmes on Media Literacy for two 3-days (three full days) training sessions submitted, for app.15 participants in each training session (including agenda, working methods, handouts and evaluation forms), the list of equipment and materials necessary for carrying out the training sessions developed, in English language, by September 13, 2019, work from home (1 working day); Three full days training session on Media Literacy for app.15 participants nominated by the Agency for Electronic Media (AEM) and office of the Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms (Ombudsman) delivered, by September 19, 2019, in Podgorica (3 working days); Three full days training session on Media Literacy for app.15 participants students from the Faculty of Political Science (Department of Journalism) delivered, by September 23, 2019, in Podgorica (3 working days); Training report and evaluation submitted (min. 3 pages), in English language, September 30, 2019, work from home (1 working day); 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 conducting trainings, writing training programmes or other documents related to media development and media literacy; 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.