Local Consultant to provide a Mobile Journalism Training for journalists (SSA)

Background:

The fast development of internet-based media has had a significant impact on journalism, its traditional methods of newsgathering and publishing are being modified to suit the digital era. One of the techniques that has become instrumental for journalists in the digital age is “Mobile Journalism”. 
Mobile journalism is when journalists use (smartphones) to gather, edit, and distribute news to an audience. Mobile journalism, otherwise known as ‘mojo’, is quickly becoming an essential tool for publishers. It is a new workflow for digital storytelling where reporters are trained and equipped to be fully mobile and fully autonomous. A modern-day mobile device can be used for storytelling, as most phones have the ability to shoot, edit, and broadcast on a single device.
Being the first to broadcast is essential to publishers, as they try to beat competitors to distribute the latest news and information. An advantage of mobile journalism is that it allows publishers to publish instantly. The easy accessibility of being able to shoot, edit and broadcast all in one place removes the amount of time needed to distribute footage, speeding up the publication process.
It is also cost-effective for a publisher as set-up costs are far less than those of an entry-level TV camera, which makes multimedia storytelling affordable for publishers around the world.
Therefore, the Media Section seeks to engage a professional local consultant to train journalists from the Public television, RTK as well as through an open call through the OSCE Mission in Kosovo (OSCE) social media and Association of Journalist of Kosovo  and the Association of Journalists of Serbia registered in Kosovo in mobile journalism. The one day training will be conducted for twenty parrticipat and is essential to equipping them with the skills needed to excel in this fast-paced, cost-effective digital landscape. The training will be delivered in one day.

 

Objective of Assignment: 

To enhance journalists’ skills in utilizing smartphones for real-time information optimization and adapting to the new digital era by providing comprehensive training conducted by local expert, equipping journalists with advanced techniques and practical skills for modern digital journalism.

 

Duration of Assignment:

The Consultant will be hired for 10 working days.

 

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To develop draft training material targeting the journalists and submit to the Activity Manager for review and comments
• Conduct pre-test evaluation for the participants.
• To provide the necessary tools and equipment for the purpose of simulation of the training, and conduct the one-day training for the media outlets.
• A draft final report including conclusions and recommendations submitted to the Activity Manager upon completion of the training, for the purpose of drafting guidelines on reporting in crisis situations.

Deliverables:

• By 3 September, submit the final work plan for approval by the Activity Manager
  Performance Indicator:
• Workplan, Agenda, material to be distributed for the simulations of the trainings, and other relevant material
• Pre-evaluation tests to assess their knowledge.
• By 7 September conduct the training in a satisfactory manner, for both target groups, public TV, and other media outlets.
  Performance Indicator:
• Satisfaction level of participants from both target groups.
• 85% of participants rate the training as satisfactory or higher.
• Post-training evaluation forms.
• Final report shared with the Activity Manager by 10 September.
  Performance Indicator:
• Incorporation of participant feedback in the final report in English language.
• Final report including post-training evaluation of participants produced and shared duly with the Activity Manager AM indicating the results of the evaluation.

Necessary Qualifications:

• University degree in social studies, languages, journalism, general law or media law, or political sciences;
• Professional experience in drafting, understanding of media ethics, and legal framework;
• At least five years of experience in providing relevant trainings.
• Professional knowledge of Albanian and Serbian, good command of English language;
• High proficiency in Mobile journalism tools and apps (e.g., video editing apps like KineMaster, LumaFusion; reporting apps like Mojo);
• Basic and advanced mobile photography and videography;
• Social media platforms for content distribution (e.g., Twitter, Instagram, Facebook);
• Computer literacy.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant’s/expert’s qualifications, experience, tasks, and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

In order to apply for this position, you must complete the OSCE’s online application form, found under  Job Search Results – OSCE Careers are encouraged to use the online recruitment and only fully completed OSCE applications will be accepted. However, if you have technical difficulties with the system, you may use the offline application form found at Offline application form OSCE Employment and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by e-mail to: consultancy.omik@osce.org. In line with your qualifications please indicate a preference for one or more fields of expertise listed above (while using the online application the field of expertise preference can be indicated in the cover letter part). Kindly note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or other languages than the English language would not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply