UNDP Nigeria: National Consultants - Media Consultants (2 positions)

National Media Consultants  Jobs - UNDP Nigeria

UNDP Nigeria is recruiting National Consultants - Media Consultants.

Job Position: National Consultants - Media Consultants (2 positons)

Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Type of Contract : SSA
Post Level : National Consultant
Languages Required : English 

Background

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 Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) 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.

Nigerias next general elections are due in April 2011. With support made available by the European Commission, the UK Department for International Development, the Canadian International Development Agency and the United Nations Development Programme, the Democratic Governance for Development Project seeks to ensure that the media plays a key role in the electoral process and that its outcomes are credible and acceptable to the generality of the populace. As part of the efforts to strengthen the effectiveness of mass media in promoting a well informed citizenry, citizen engagement and accountability of public representatives and institutions of citizens, the DGD plans to work with stakeholders on the establishment and operations of Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria. Preparatory to the implementation of this initiative, and in collaboration with the National Community Radio Coalition, the DGD plans to organize a national workshop on the Community Radio Stations for democracy and Development in Nigeria.

The primary objectives of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development are as follows:

• To sensitise government, stakeholders and donor partners on the immense benefits of community radio stations can  make towards the strengthening of the democratic process and ensure that the citizens participate in the electoral process;
• To provide a strong advocacy platform and impetus for appropriate legal reforms and regulatory frameworks that will facilitate the establishment and effective operations of community radio stations in Nigeria and;
• To improve the capacity and boost the skills of potential operators in the technical operations and sound management of community radio stations in Nigeria.

Towards this end, the DGD requires the services of a team of consultants (2 persons) to facilitate the conduct of the National Workshop on Community Radio for Democracy and Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Functions/Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

To present well researched papers on thematic issues at the National Workshop on Building Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria

Functions/Expected Results

• Carry out research on thematic issues on the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for strengthening democracy in Nigeria focusing, in particular, on international best practices;
• Make presentations at the national workshop on thematic issues related to the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for the strengthening of democracy in Nigeria focusing also on international best practices;
• Facilitate discussions and deliberations at the technical sessions of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria and;
• Comprehensively examine issues related to improved legislative and regulatory environment for the establishment and operations of community radio in Nigeria

The consultants are expected to deliver the following outputs:

• High quality and well researched papers on specific issues related to building community radio stations for democracy and development in Nigeria;
• Recommendations on improved policy, legislative and regulatory environment for the establishment and operations of community radio stations in Nigeria;
• Submission of blueprint (roadmap) for the establishment and operations of six community radio stations in each of the geo political zones of the country.

Supervision

The Project Director of DGD will provide strategic guidance for the consultants in the discharge of the assignment while monitoring and supervision will be carried out by relevant programme staff members.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UNs 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

Payment Modality

The selected Consultants will be paid 15% of the engagement fee upon the assumption of duties while the balance of 85% is payable upon satisfactory performance on the deliverables in paragraph V.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
A minimum of Masters degree in the field of Communication, Media studies or other social science related subject.

Experience:

• At least 10 years progressive professional experience in work with Media in Nigeria
• Experience in Community radio practice n Nigeria an added advantage.

Language Requirements:

• Strong skills in written communications in English;
• Excellent spoken English is also required.

 Application Deadline
2nd February, 2011

Method of Application

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