Empleos en el PNUD - 19854- Media Consultant

Media Consultant

Localidad :

Abuja, Nigeria

Tipo de contrato :

Individual Contract

Fecha de comienzo del contrato :

10-Nov-2010

Fecha límite de postulación :

08-Nov-10 (Medianoche Nueva York, Estados Unidos)

Nivel de puesto :

National Consultant

Duración del contrato inicial :

6 weeks

Idiomas requeridos :

Inglés

Duración esperada del puesto :

El PNUD está comprometido con lograr la diversidad de su personal en términos de género, nacionalidad y cultura. Se alienta por igual a las personas que pertenecen a grupos minoritarios, a pueblos indígenas o que tienen alguna discapacidad a presentar su candidatura. Todas las solicitudes se tratarán con la mayor confidencialidad. UNDP no tolera la explotación y el abuso sexual, ningún tipo de acoso, incluido el acoso sexual, ni la discriminación. Por lo tanto, todos los candidatos seleccionados serán sometidos a una rigurosa verificación de referencias y antecedentes.

Antecedentes

Democratic governance is a concept that emerged from the principles that are based on the understanding that an effective system of democratic governance is one which is based on representative, equitable (across gender and other categories), transparent, accountable and inclusive institutions; a vibrant, responsible and capable media; and a dynamic civil society which is engaged in the political process. The overall goal of the Deepening Democracy Project in Nigeria is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Efforts on the electoral cycle reinforce national efforts to build the norms, practices, mechanisms and institutions that can foster active citizenship and stronger democratic accountability, in keeping with the stated objectives of Government policy. The project provides technical assistance to the Independent National Electoral Commission and the State Independent Electoral Commissions. In addition, the project works with civil society and other democratic institutions to help them maximize public participation and confidence in the outcome of elections.

Work on broader issues of democratic governance helps build the norms, practices and institutions that can underpin the development of democratic governance in Nigeria over the medium- to long-term whilst also supporting near-term action on pressing issues such constitutional and electoral reform. The project primarily provides technical assistance and financing for capacity development linked to practical outcomes in a number of areas: legislature, civil society, media, gender equality in politics and the engagement of youth.

Under the strategic direction of the Project Director, and working in close coordination with INEC and civil society organizations (CSOs), the MEDIA Consultant will support the achievement of the results outlined in the UNDP DGD project approved Work Plan, that relate to the work on the achievement of deliverables of the media component of the project: Strengthened effectiveness of mass media in promoting a well informed citizenry, citizen engagement and accountability of public representatives and institutions of citizens.

Deberes y responsabilidades

Function / Expected Results

Development of an Elections Guide for the Media for the coverage of the Nigeria 2011 elections:

Conduct a desk review of previous or existing election guides
Review international best practices /similar election guides from other countries
Closely work with the Public Affairs Unit of INEC and other stakeholders(National Broadcasting Commission, Nigerian Union of Journalists, Nigeria Press Council, Nigeria Press Organization, Ministry of Information) in the development of an elections guide
Compile existing laws and guidelines relating to media coverage of elections in Nigeria(Electoral Act, 2010, Code of Ethics for Nigerian Journalists 1998, provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, relevant sections of the Electoral Act 2006 and the Electoral Act 2010)
Following review of existing guides and regulations, draft an Elections Guide for the media for the coverage of the Nigeria 2011 elections.

2. Authentication of Draft Elections Guide for the Media for the Coverage of the Nigeria 2011 elections

Assist INEC and the DGD project with planning a stakeholders forum to share the draft elections guide
Facilitate stakeholders forum and discussions around the elections guide
Collate stakeholders input and feedback into the Draft elections guide
Edit and finalize inputs including international best practices into the draft elections guide
Submit a final report including a draft ready to print elections guide for the media for the coverage of the Nigeria 2011 elections.

Competencias

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Election Administration and Assistance:

Good work experience in media support in relation to elections;

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to facilitate meetings and guide discussions towards set goals and objectives
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

A minimum of an advanced university degree in the field of Communication, Media studies or other social science related subject.
At least 10 years progressive professional experience in work with Media in Nigeria.
Governance related media experience an advantage