SAJA Job Listings: Compiled by Maha Atal

Journalism Training Program
Applications are being accepted for a newsroom-training program for news reporters at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. This trainee will be part of Tribune Company’s Metpro, a two-year program designed to encourage journalists from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to consider careers in journalism. The chosen candidate will receive six months of training at the Sun-Sentinel starting in Fall 2008. He/she will learn from experienced journalists about writing, interviewing, researching and covering beats while writing articles for the Sun-Sentinel. After successfully completing the first six months, the Metpro reporter would begin 18 months in an entry-level reporting position. Mentoring and periodic evaluations will continue through the program. It is expected that this reporter’s performance will result in a staff position being offered. Applicants should be beginning journalists who are capable of conducting interviews in Spanish or Creole. The successful candidate will receive a salary and benefits. The application deadline is January 31. To apply go to http://www.metpronews.com/. See the Sun-Sentinel at sun-sentinel.com

OVERVIEW/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ABC Owned TV Stations Group (OTVS) has a unique opportunity for individuals who are interested in a news career in the television industry. ABC OTVS is comprised of 10 television stations, including the top 6 Nielsen markets. We have opportunities for ambitious news trainees who must be geographically flexible to work in any of our station locations/markets across the country. Trainee opportunities are initially available in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina; Flint, Michigan; and Toledo, Ohio. We are offering an on-the-job training program for one year in the key area of television news producing. If successful, we will want to place you in a producer position in one of our 10 stations. We have a commitment to diversity and seek diverse candidates and talent.

The selected candidates will learn and be tutored on the practical side of news producing including the key areas of news ethics, news judgment and story selection, news writing, video editing and graphics production.

Selected candidates will also:

• Participate in news editorial and planning meetings.
• Shadow news managers as well as news producers.
• Receive exposure to promotion, programming, community affairs and other operations of the TV station as they interact with news producers.
• Act as associate producer and eventually be assigned to produce a daily newscast.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six months experience working in a television or radio newsroom as an employee and/or intern. The candidates will demonstrate:

• Ability to produce daily newscasts.
• Ability to manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Good judgment and story selection.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous news producing experience is a plus. Effective use of Electronic News Production Systems and Grass Valley NewsEdit is desired.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

We will pay a salary and full benefits while on this one year program. Regional or local candidates preferred. Minimal relocation assistance may be available. Candidates may also bring a non-returnable tape of a recent broadcast they produced, as well as writing samples to the job interview.

DRISHTI AND VIDEO VOLUNTEERS ARE HIRING VIDEO TRAINERS/FILM-MAKERS FOR
COMMUNITY VIDEO UNITS AROUND INDIA

Organization and Program Profile
Drishti is a leading human rights organization that uses media, communications and the arts to strengthen India’s social movements and organizations. Video Volunteers is an international organization that empowers communities to voice. Drishti and Video Volunteers have established ten Community Video Units (CVUs) across India where community members are producing monthly videos for local and global audiences. Each Video Magazine is screened back to the community in 25 different villages or slum pockets to approximately 10,000 people per month.

We believe community video can truly accelerate social change and create people-led development. Our goal is to create a Global Social Media network for and by the community.

About the Video Trainer Positions

Each Community Video Unit (CVU) has a full time Video Trainer working on site at an NGO with the Community Producers for a period of eighteen months. The job will entail training 6-10 community members in all aspects of video production, participatory video, principles of community media, media analysis and development communication.

Our upcoming CVU sites are likely to include Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttaranchal and Gujarat. We are looking for candidates who can proficiently communicate in Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi or Gujarati and will be willing to relocate to their respective work sites. The Video Trainers will also need to have a working knowledge of English. For our Unit in Tamil Nadu, we would prioritise Dalit applicants or applicants who have worked on Dalit Rights.

This is a great opportunity for film-makers interested in being part of the global movement to democratise media and wishing to work with communities to use their skills to affect social change.

Job Positions: Five, one each at Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttaranchal and Gujarat

Job Requirements:
Proficiency in shooting, writing and editing videos
Proficiency in operating digital video cameras
Proficiency in non-linear editing
Must have strong creative and storytelling abilities
Must have strong ability to teach/train
Must have coordination skills and leadership qualities to motivate and lead
Must be interested in working with underprivileged community members
Candidates with experience working in human rights or development will be prioritised.

Job Start Date: 10 November 2007

Contract Period: 18 months with possible extension/employment.

Salary: Rs.12,000 to 18,000 per month, depending on experience

How to apply: Send in your resume, show reels and filmography. In the filmography please list whether you shot, edited, wrote and/or directed the films. For each role, please list whether you were the sole person doing that work, or whether other people assisted. The cover letter should have three references, one of which should be from your last employer and also mention your last drawn salary/remuneration.

Contact Info for Applications (all positions):
Email Kavita Das Gupta, Program Manager, Community Video: kavita@videovolunteers.org
TEL: +91-79-2685 1235 and 6661 4235; +91 9979933614
Postal address: Drishti, 103 Anand Hari Tower, Sandesh Press Road, Bodakdev, 380054

For more information on Drishti and Video Volunteers:www.drishtimedia.org
www.videovolunteers.org

DRISHTI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE CONSIDER APPLICANTS FOR ALL POSITIONS WITHOUT REGARD TO RELIGION, CASTE, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, MARITAL OR VETERAN STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED STATUS.

Metcalf Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting
Announces Training Fellowships for Journalists

Fellowships focus on basic science reporting and minority journalists.

Reporting on the
environment, public policy, and even business, often requires journalists
to explain complex scientific research and its implications. The Metcalf
Institute for Marine and Environmental reporting is recruiting journalists
for two science training fellowships: Metcalf’s Tenth Annual Science
Immersion Workshop for Journalists, and the Metcalf Institute Diversity
Fellowships in Environmental Reporting.

Both fellowships provide immersion in the research underlying
environmental news. Journalists learn how marine and environmental science
is conducted by working with scientists, graduate students, and policy
experts. Participants study the application of science to public policy,
community and the news.

The Tenth Annual Science Immersion Workshop for Journalists, June 8-13,
2008, offers ten fellowships for early to mid-career journalists to attend
a weeklong science immersion workshop at the University of Rhode Island’s
Graduate School of Oceanography. Participants work in the field and lab,
attend lectures and discussions by leading writers and researchers, and
participate in journalism clinics. Each fellowship provides tuition, room
and board, and limited travel reimbursement. Applications for the Tenth
Annual Workshop must be postmarked by January 28, 2008.

The Metcalf Institute Diversity Fellowships in Environmental Reporting are
offered to five traditionally under-represented minority journalists with
U.S. citizenship interested in studying marine and environmental science
and developing environmental reporting skills. Participants partake in a
one-month independent study at the University of Rhode Island with a
nine-month reporting assignment covering environmental and science-based
news at one of five news outlets. The Diversity Fellowships, which are
intended to increase quality environmental reporting and diversity in
newsrooms around the country, are supported by a grant from the National
Science Foundation and each includes a $34,000 stipend and limited travel
reimbursement. Applications for the Diversity Fellowships in Environmental
Reporting must be postmarked by March 18, 2008.

Both fellowships are available to journalists from all media who are
interested in learning about science and the environment. Applicants
should have a minimum of one to two years experience in journalism and a
strong interest in science reporting.

Additional information and applications are available at
www.metcalfinstitute.org or by calling (401) 874-6211. The Metcalf
Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting, named for Michael P.
Metcalf, late publisher of The Providence Journal, was established in 1997
with funding from the Belo Corporation, The Providence Journal Charitable
Foundation, The Philip L. Graham Fund, and the Telaka Foundation.

—
Bernadette Tavares, Program Assistant
Metcalf Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting
URI Graduate School of Oceanography
Narragansett, RI 02882
btavares@gso.uri.edu

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Training Editor/Writing Coach, Reuters Bangalore, India

Reuters is looking for a dynamic and experienced journalist to join its rapidly expanding Bangalore newsroom as an editorial trainer and writing coach. This is a creative and challenging job requiring proven expertise as an equities reporter, an aptitude for collaborative learning and a talent for coaching.

The successful candidate will combine a track record of superior equities coverage, preferably in the United States, with an ability to inspire excellence through individual example and team work. She or he will balance creative instructional design in the classroom with hands-on collaboration in the newsroom to guide on-the-job learning.

The training editor will design and deliver learning strategies to meet the evolving needs of the Bangalore newsroom, consulting with members of the editorial learning team to ensure training activities are aligned with global initiatives. The trainer/coach will also liaise closely with Reuters Asia editorial training manager to create learning projects of regional and international scope.
The role offers ample opportunities for growth as a journalist and innovation as a coach/trainer. The ideal candidate would relish the opportunity to nurture talent and develop his/her own leadership skills through mentoring, networking and consulting.

Qualifications:

At least three years’ experience covering equities in the United States or another major centre
Must have:

Excellent writing and sub-editing skills
Advanced soft skills (listening, presenting, networking, performance management)
Good news judgment in equities and cross-asset stories
Strong organisational abilities
Proven dedication to quality and innovation
Willingness to master the full potential of Reuters products for news

Nice to have:

Previous teaching and/or mentoring experience
Previous eLearning experience

For more information, please contact: Abi Sekimitsu at abi.sekimitsu@reuters.com or +91 80 4135 5845 or Anne Senior at anne.senior@reuters.com or +65 9620 4752.

Reuters is an equal opportunities employer. Qualified employees will be given consideration for all job openings without regard to race, colour, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status or sexual orientation

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Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) is a growing charitable
organization that harnesses the power of the media to combat human
rights abuses. By building the capacity of the media to report
effectively on human rights issues, JHR’s work pressures abusers to
stop and empowers victims to fight back.

JHR has an immediate opening for an expert trainer to be based in
Accra, Ghana. The successful candidate will work in partnership
with one other expert trainer to organize and conduct human rights
reporting workshops for journalists around the country. Frequent
travel to different regions of the country is required. The six
month position will start late July or early August (specific start
date is somewhat flexible).

Skills:
-knowledge of and ability to teach journalism topics including
ethics and basic reporting skills
-knowledge of human rights issues in West Africa
-excellent facilitation skills including ability to actively engage
workshop participants
-strong organizational skills combined with flexibility
-knowledge of a Ghanaian language preferred
-must be a Canadian citizen but may currently be living overseas

Experience:
-significant journalism experience
-background in either print, radio or television with a working
knowledge of all three mediums
-experience teaching or facilitating
-significant experience living and working in a cross-cultural
environment
-advanced degree in journalism or human rights preferred
-experience living and working in Ghana or other West African
country preferred

Airfare (if not already in Ghana) and visa will be covered. A
$1500CDN monthly stipend is provided to cover rent, food, health
insurance, etc.

Interested parties are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications
will be considered on an ongoing basis until a suitable candidate is
hired.

Send applications to:
Nikki Whaites
International Programs Director
Email: nikki@jhr.ca
fax: 416.413.1832

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

TITLE: New-Media Faculty Member
LOCATION: College of Journalism, University of Maryland

The University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism seeks an expert in visual journalism, with an emphasis on new and emerging media, to join its faculty and help shape the visual and emerging media curriculum and scholarship at the college. Scholars and professionals with a demonstrated ability for distinguished contributions in teaching, research and publication are encouraged to apply. We seek a visionary who understands current news-consumption trends, has extensive new media experience as well as a grounding in traditional media, and can teach the power of interactivity and visual storytelling. In a changing world of global media options, this person sees opportunities for meaningful scholarship, including work with our doctoral students. He or she will wish to become one of the nation’s top experts in this arena. Rank is flexible and will depend on the nature and depth of the candidate’s experience.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
o Develop and teach courses in multi-platform journalism, electronic graphics and new media.
o Advise students.
o Play an active role in the life of the college and campus communities

QUALIFICATIONS:
o Candidates should be skilled with current platforms and tools of electronic communication and graphics.
o Ph.D. or MFA preferred, but someone with an outstanding professional record and/or other advanced degree will be considered.

Women and members of ethnic minority groups are especially invited to apply.

TO APPLY: For best consideration, please submit cover letter, CV, and names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references by March 15 to:
Chair, New Media Search Committee
Philip Merrill College of Journalism
1117 Journalism Building, University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-7111.

Applications also may be submitted electronically, to search@jmail.umd.edu

EMPLOYER: Founded in 1947, the College has approximately 600 undergraduate and graduate students and about 50 faculty and staff and is ranked as one of the best journalism schools in the nation. It is committed to producing media scholars, critics and professors as well as journalists for leading news organizations.

The University of Maryland actively subscribes to a policy of equal opportunity and will not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion, political affiliation or personal appearance.

NOTE: Fellowships cover lodging, materials and a travel subsidy to the University of Maryland, located seven miles from downtown Washington.

From: Sarah Knighton

Apply now to attend CJC’s national conference, “Crossing Divides: Reporting on Diverse Communities,” March 12-16, 2006, outside of Washington, D.C.

As more U.S. cities and states become “majority-minority,” one in five children is an immigrant or the child of an immigrant. At the same time, the country is reckoning with mounting issues of the “underclass,” as revealed by Hurricane Katrina. To help journalists tell stories of an America that struggles with issues of class, race, economics and culture, the conference will explore popular conceptions and understanding of immigrants and the underclass and how social institutions are grappling with this growing diversity. Sessions will focus on major institutions and systems, such as schools/education; health care; social services; criminal justice; the economy; politics; and social/cultural/religious life.

Be one of 30 print, broadcast and online journalists chosen to examine the challenges facing today’s diverse families. Participate in discussions with renowned researchers and build your skills in journalism workshops. Fellowships cover lodging, materials and a travel subsidy to the University of Maryland, located seven miles from downtown Washington. Applications are due on Monday, Jan. 23, 2006.

Confirmed speakers include keynoter Freeman A. Hrabowski III, president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, a national expert on minority student achievement; Hodding Carter III, journalist, author and former Carter Administration spokesman; Charles Murray, author and scholar; Annetta Seecharran, executive director of South Asian Youth Action; and Tamar Jacoby, writer and television and radio commentator.

For an application and addition information, visit http://cjc.umd.edu/fellowships/fellowships_fiveday.html.

Casey Journalism Center on Children and Families (CJC)
4321 Hartwick Road, Suite 320
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301.699.5133
Fax: 301.699.9755
E-mail: info@cjc.umd.edu

NOTE: Fellowships cover lodging, materials and a travel subsidy to the University of Maryland, located seven miles from downtown Washington.

From: Sarah Knighton

Apply now to attend CJC’s national conference, “Crossing Divides: Reporting on Diverse Communities,” March 12-16, 2006, outside of Washington, D.C.

As more U.S. cities and states become “majority-minority,” one in five children is an immigrant or the child of an immigrant. At the same time, the country is reckoning with mounting issues of the “underclass,” as revealed by Hurricane Katrina. To help journalists tell stories of an America that struggles with issues of class, race, economics and culture, the conference will explore popular conceptions and understanding of immigrants and the underclass and how social institutions are grappling with this growing diversity. Sessions will focus on major institutions and systems, such as schools/education; health care; social services; criminal justice; the economy; politics; and social/cultural/religious life.

Be one of 30 print, broadcast and online journalists chosen to examine the challenges facing today’s diverse families. Participate in discussions with renowned researchers and build your skills in journalism workshops. Fellowships cover lodging, materials and a travel subsidy to the University of Maryland, located seven miles from downtown Washington. Applications are due on Monday, Jan. 23, 2006.

Confirmed speakers include keynoter Freeman A. Hrabowski III, president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, a national expert on minority student achievement; Hodding Carter III, journalist, author and former Carter Administration spokesman; Charles Murray, author and scholar; Annetta Seecharran, executive director of South Asian Youth Action; and Tamar Jacoby, writer and television and radio commentator.

For an application and addition information, visit http://cjc.umd.edu/fellowships/fellowships_fiveday.html.

Casey Journalism Center on Children and Families (CJC)
4321 Hartwick Road, Suite 320
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301.699.5133
Fax: 301.699.9755
E-mail: info@cjc.umd.edu

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY’S
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM

The Journalism School is offering ten fellowships to journalists working for
U.S. news organizations who would like to attend the Covering Globalization
program March 30- April 2, 2006. More information is available below and on
the Journalism School’s website at
http://www.jrn.columbia.edu/events/globalization/. Application deadline is
January 16th, application fee is $25.00.

Covering Globalization
Spring Seminar March 30-April 2, 2006
The Columbia Graduate School of
Journalism in collaboration with the
Initiative for Policy Dialogue will sponsor its fourth annual Covering
Globalization Workshop in late March, featuring Nobel Laureate Economist
Joseph E.Stiglitz. To ensure that American journalists give this enduring
and crucial issue the coverage it deserves, the Journalism School has
decided to underwrite fellowships to cover a portion of the conference fees
for 10 individual journalists working for U.S. news organizations.

This four-day seminar, which will be held at the school, is designed to help
strengthen the economic literacy of working journalists and better equip
them to produce knowledgeable and accurate work about global economic issues in a fast-changing world. Journalists will learn about the different
elements of globalization– including labor issues, free trade, and debt and
emerging markets–from the experts.

Academics, World Bank officials, NGO and corporate representatives will
offer practical training sessions. Journalists experienced in covering these
issues will help facilitate the discussions. The agenda features a number of
prominent Columbia faculty members, including Earth Institute Director
Jeffrey Sachs.

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agenda

Download application here

Fees
The standard conference fee, including a four-night hotel stay, is $2,500.
This does not include travel to and from New York.

A limited number of need-based workshop scholarships are available for
individual reporters paying their own way. These scholarships reduce the fee
to $1,000, but do not include travel and lodging. In addition, a fund has
been established to underwrite 10 fellowships for journalists working for
U.S. news organizations, bringing the fee to $250. These fellowships do not
include travel and lodging.

The seminar is restricted to 20 journalists plus a limited number of
graduate students.

Application deadline is January 16, 2006, application fee is $25.00.

Jane M. Folpe
Assistant Director, Programs and Prizes
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
2950 Broadway (mc3800)
NY, NY 10027

For more information on fees and wire transfers, please contact
jf680@columbia.edu.

March 20 and 21, 2006 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Materials Research Science and
Engineering Center on Nanostructured Interfaces and the School of
Journalism and Mass Communication offer an intensive two-day course and
fellowships for journalists interested in exploring the science and
engineering of nanotechnology. The course is intended to provide
hands-on perspective and detailed insight into the rapidly emerging
field and its implications for society.

Twelve selected journalists — including science, technology, business
and general assignment reporters, as well as editors and
photojournalists — will receive a stipend to cover course and travel
costs. To apply, submit a resume and a letter of application stating
your professional interests and reasons for wanting to know more about
nanotechnology. Applications will be accepted through Jan. 31, 2005.
Applications may be submitted electronically to kgentry@wisc.edu

For more information, contact Ken Gentry at (608) 263-7128,
kgentry@wisc.edu

Participants will learn about the latest in nanotechnology from leading
scientists and will have the opportunity to explore the technology
through innovative lab experiences and group discussions. Course
participants will access working laboratories and will attend lectures
on the science and engineering aspects of nanotechnology, in addition
to seminars on current research and its public policy implications.

From: Howard Finberg

Because these jobs are of importance to training and the industry, I’m
alerting this list. I appreciate your understanding. If you want to repost
this information on different Listservs or discussion boards, you have my
permission.

The NewsU project is very important to journalists in the U.S. and around
the world; almost 25% of our registered users are outside the U.S.

Both jobs are in the interactive arena and some of basic requirements are
listed below. If you know of someone who might be interested, having them
contact me via jobs@newsu.org

All the best and thanks for helping.

Howard I Finberg | www.poynter.org/finberg
Director, Interactive Learning, The Poynter Institute for Media Studies
News University. e-learning for journalists| www.newsu.org

Editor, The Chaser, media & the future blog | www.poynter.org/chaser

Interactive Learning Manager

News University, one of the leaders in online training for journalists, is
seeking an Interactive Learning Manager to help oversee the process for
creating courses at NewsU. Not only will you create courses, you will have
the opportunity to help shape the future of e-learning for journalists
around the world.

Responsibilities include:

* Work with the Interactive Learning Director to set priorities and
workflow
* Develop flow charts to detail information architecture, wireframes
to exhibit navigation and user interface, and storyboards to convey
interactivity and content presentation
* Work with producers and others to guide the creation of e-learning
* Work with the Interactive Learning Artist to design the look and
feel of NewsU courses
* Use Flash Actionscript, CSS, XML, database technology, and client-
and server-side scripting languages in the development of course content
* Practice, enforce and improve the standardized design and
development of NewsU courses
* Provide feedback and direction to internal and external faculty and
contractors
* Assist in the marketing of NewsU to potential users
* Participate in the strategic planning of long-term industry training
projects, of which NewsU is a small part of the whole

More details at http://www.newsu.org/articles/view.aspx?id=421

Interactive Learning Assistant

News University, one of the leaders in online training for journalists, is
seeking an Interactive Learning Assistant to create e-learning courses.
NewsU, a project of The Poynter Institute and Knight Foundation, is
committed to helping journalists get better at their job. At NewsU, you will
have the opportunity to help shape the future of e-learning for journalists
around the world.

We’re looking for someone who:

* Has a strong interest in emerging trends in Internet technologies,
e-learning and journalism
* Is a conceptual thinker, and self-starter who works hard but also
likes to have fun
* Is someone who can take initiative, and works well as part of a team

* Is confident in his or her ability to manage multiple tasks and/or
projects and meet deadlines
* The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in computer-related
design fundamentals including user interface design, information
architecture, animation and interactivity. This person also should have a
solid foundation in online graphic design fundamentals including typography,
color and bandwidth considerations and is familiar with digital editing for
photography, audio and video.

Additional learning opportunities:

* Participate in daily contact and discussion with the faculty members
of The Poynter Institute and journalism industry leaders.
* Observe the academic and administrative process of The Institute
from group meetings and educational programs
* Meet and learn from Poynter seminar leaders and guest speakers

More details at http://www.newsu.org/articles/view.aspx?id=428

For both jobs, we provide comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance,
etc. in a casual, flexible work environment.

Poynter seeks an applicant pool that is racially and ethnically diverse.

About News University
With more than 25 courses, 10 training partners and more than 8,000
registered users, News University offers newsroom
training to journalists and journalism students through its interactive
e-learning program and links to other journalism education and training
opportunities. The program is a project of The Poynter Institute funded by
the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

About The Poynter Institute
The Poynter Institute is a school for
journalists, future journalists and teachers of journalism. Poynter conducts
about 50 seminars annually in the areas of leadership and management,
reporting and writing, broadcast, ethics and diversity, and visual
journalism. The school owns the Times Publishing Co., the parent company of
the St. Petersburg Times, Congressional Quarterly and other publications.

About the Knight Foundation
The John S. and James L. Knight
Foundation promotes excellence in journalism worldwide and invests in the
vitality of 26 U.S. communities. One of its signature programs is Journalism
Initiatives. Since 1950, when Knight Foundation was created, the foundation
has approved more than $250 million in journalism grants.

Send resume, examples of work and a cover letter to:
Howard Finberg
Interactive Learning Director
The Poynter Institute
jobs@newsu.org
No phone calls, please. Absolutely.

Resident Journalism Advisor
Islamabad, Pakistan

Internews® Network is an international non-profit that works to improve access to information for people around the world by fostering independent media and promoting open communications policies. Internews’ programs are built on the conviction that providing people with access to vibrant, diverse news and information empowers them to make their voices heard and to participate effectively in their communities.
Internews Network is seeking a Resident Advisor to oversee and conduct radio and television journalism training programs, provide expert advice and guidance in radio news and television production, and provide managerial and development support to the Pakistani project and staff.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned:

* Organize and conduct hands-on trainings in both basic and investigative radio journalism.
* Organize and conduct hands-on training of television journalists for a film-based TV program focused on human rights and the rule of law.
* Oversee training program at Peshawar University, including management of two Internews staff at the Peshawar office and maintenance of university relationships.
* Oversee the production of radio programs Qabailuna (for listener groups in tribal areas bordering Afghanistan) Da Nan Khabara (produced by students), and Hawa Aur Doonya (women’s program), both aired on the Internews-built campus radio.
* Create and manage listener groups in tribal areas and oversee distribution of radio programs to the groups.
* Direct geographic expansion of radio and television partnerships in coordination with the Pakistan Country Director.
* Oversee plans for short-term visiting journalism consultants and supervise those visits.
* Continue to expand Internews Pakistan’s library of training material, to include generating original material.
* Assist the women’s production unit and program known as Meri Awaz Suno.as follows: plan/coordinate the installation of studio equipment; oversee program coverage, editing and distribution, providing regular feedback to journalists; recommend performance improvements for Meri Awaz Suno, Peshawar University, and partner radio stations; and assist with the planning for long-term financial independence/self sustainability of Meri Awaz Suno
* Strategize and coordinate on-going efforts to raise public awareness of the project as well as project partners.
* Manage training sections of the budget and report to the Country Director and Senior Accountant.
* Assist the CD with direct representation of Internews’ work to funders, partners and aid organizations working in or associated with the media sector in Pakistan.

QUALIFICATIONS

* At least six years of experience in news journalism and news production
* Proven training or mentoring abilities
* Extensive radio news and television broadcasting experience
* Knowledge of radio and television equipment and broadcast technology
* Experience working within the format of a grant funded program
* Relevant university degree
* Experience working in region desirable

TO APPLY
Interested qualified candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to INjobs@internews.org, placing “RA, Pakistan” in the subject line.

Further details about this position and the mission and operations of Internews Network are available at www.internews.org.

Short-term Journalism Training Assignments in Vietnam

Internews Network is an international non-profit that works to improve
access to information for people around the world by fostering
independent media and promoting open communications policies. Internews’
programs are built on the conviction that providing people with access
to vibrant, diverse news and information empowers them to make their
voices heard and to participate effectively in their communities.

Internews Network currently has two urgent, short-term journalism
training assignments available in Vietnam:

Radio Journalism Trainer
The Radio Journalism Trainer will focus on radio journalism and features
production for local journalists, with an emphasis on HIV/AIDS reporting
and health journalism. Candidates should have experince using digital
recording and editing equipment and Cool Edit Pro software.

Print Journalism Trainer, Vietnam
The Print Journalism Trainer will focus on print journalism and features
writing for local journalists, with an emphasis onHIV/AIDS reporting and
health journalism.

Experience in Vietnam and/or in the South East Asia context is
preferred.

Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV/resume to
INjobs@internews.org, placing “Vietnam Trainers” in the subject line.
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