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Today in Tajikistan 32 television channels are in operation, of which 12 are government-owned, 15 are independent, and five are cable ones. In addition, 28 audio and video production studios operate. In rural areas, users generally use TV and Radio as their information source. Newspaper circulation is very small and almost 84% of population of Tajikistan receive information through TV channels. In September 2017 the Committee on TV and Radio established a new Working Group on digital switchover composed of relevant government structures and representatives of civil society and adopted the Action Plan for the Working Group to work in direction of developing the digital broadcasting in Tajikistan. According to this Action Plan the working group is tasked to define the main objectives of the transition from analogue to digital broadcasting i.e. legal regulation, technical and other issues of the digital broadcasting in the country. During the meeting in October 2017, representatives of the Working Group on Transition to Digital Broadcasting under the Committee on TV and Radio (Working Group) requested the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD) to support them in conducting the switchover process. In 2018 the POiD will work closely with the Working Group to ensure the smooth transition process in Tajikistan. Main directions of the OSCE POiD support to the government, civil society and people of Tajikistan in the field of digital switchover are in revising existing legislation and bringing them in line with the OSCE standards, assisting local independent TV channels in developing a modernization plan for their transmitters, organizing a study tour to Lithuania to learn the positive experience of the country conducting public awareness raising campaigns to ensure that citizens get ready for the switchover process, at the same time organize campaign tours to the regions to encourage local authorities to financially support local independent TV channels for smooth transition process. |
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Tasks and Responsibilities | ||
The OSCE POiD is seeking services of an international consultant in Vilnius, Lithuania who will assist the OSCE POiD in preparation, facilitation and organization of high level meetings for Tajik Delegation with representatives of the Parliament of Lithuania, government agencies and commissions, as well as civil society members dealing with digital broadcasting in Lithuania. The visit to Lithuania will take place in May 2018 with participation of two representatives of the Parliament of Tajikistan and six representatives of the Working Group on Transition to Digital Broadcasting under the State Committee on TV and Radio Broadcasting of Tajikistan. The scope of work of the International consultant will consist of planning and organizing of meetings, including: • Meet the representatives of the agencies and commissions of Lithuania dealing with digital broadcasting in order to facilitate the meetings of the Tajik Delegation; • Establish and maintain positive relationships with representatives of the agencies and committees in Lithuania; • Deal with all logistical aspects of the official visit of Tajik Delegation to Lithuania, including organization of meetings, venues for the meeting, accommodation, in-city transportation and other related issues; • Draft the detailed agenda of the meetings of the Tajik Delegation, including preparation and printing of handouts and other necessary documents as needed; • Organization of on spot visits to TV and radio stations in Vilnius practically to allow the Tajik delegation to see the achievements of TV stations and how they broadcast under the digital environment; • Accompany the Tajik delegation during their meetings, conduct interpretation if needed, take notes from the meetings and draft the report of the trip; • Submit the drafted meeting notes and trip report to the OSCE POiD three days after the end of the trip at the latest stage. | ||
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Remuneration Package | ||
The consultant will be remunerated commensurate with consultant¡¦s experience and qualifications in accordance with OSCE established rates. Applicants should indicate whether they wish to be included in the OSCE Roster of Consultants for similar assignments.
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How To Apply | ||
The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link for contracted vacancies found under http://www.osce.org/employment/43284. Please note that the vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating states, for more detailed information please see http://www.osce.org/who/83/. Please note the OSCE is an equal opportunity employer. |