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See below for our latest job opportunities.
JTI mentoring services for media outlets - Western Balkans Media for Change
We are inviting potential vendors to provide mentoring services for media outlets wanting to self-assess their capacities in line with the Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI) standards.
The goal is to promote and support quality, trustworthy journalism - turning it into a tangible, competitive advantage.
Applicants should have prior experience mentoring programmes with local media or journalists and at least one collaboration with Reporters without Borders (RSF) on providing JTI-related mentoring.
Location: Remote and on site if needed
Deadline for applications: 31 July 2024, 23:59 CET
Contact: Ilcho Cvetanoski (ilchoc@thomsonfoundation.org)
More details: here
Call for Application for Experts in Strategic planning, Business Development, Integration of AI in media work, and Digital Transformation
We are looking to hire experts in Strategic planning and implementation, Use of AI in media work, Business support, Revenue Diversification, Digital-first Strategies, Audience Engagement, and Content Production for various platforms to join the wider pool of experts who will support the implementation of Thomson’s programmes within the Western Balkans and Central and Eastern Europe.
Interested experts are kindly asked to fill out the short application form (primary and secondary field/s of expertise, and up to 300 words describing their motivation to apply and work with Thomson and what value they will add) and attach their latest CV on the following JotForm link.
Communication and Outreach Assistant required - Western Balkans Media for Change project
We are recruiting a Communication and Outreach Assistant to support the “Western Balkans Media for Change - MfC” project. The programme is implemented by a consortium consisting of the British Council (lead), Thomson Foundation (TF), Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN), and Intrac.
The role involves assisting the communications team in managing social media platforms, crafting engaging content, and aiding in the organisation of events. The ideal candidate should be a native speaker of one of the Western Balkan languages and hold a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
Location: Remote work covering all the countries of the WB
Deadline for applications: 17 March 2024
Contact: Sanja Lazic
More details: here
Trainers and researchers required with a strong track record in the Middle East and Africa
We are updating our expert database and are particularly interested in CVs from individuals proficient in English and Arabic, with a preference for proficiency in other regional languages.
Experts required in Business Development, Digital Transformation, and Innovation in Media
We are recruiting experts to support the delivery of media support projects in the WB and CEE.
We are seeking experts in business development, digital transformation, and innovation in media to support and directly work with large and mid-sized, regional and local media outlets. They will be working with our dynamic team in the Western Balkans and Central and Eastern Europe, and will be in charge of implementing our business-oriented support programmes.
Location: Experts will be mostly working online and the majority of the consultancy activities will be delivered remotely / online.
Deadline for applications: Rolling
Contact: Ilcho Cvetanoski
More details here
Experts required in business development, capacity building and mentoring
We are recruiting experts to support the delivery of European Commission-funded programme Media Innovation Europe.
We are seeking experts in business development, capacity building and mentoring to support and directly work with mid-sized, regional and local media outlets from Europe.
Location: Experts will be mostly working online and the majority of the consultancy activities will be delivered remotely / online.
Deadline for applications: Rolling
Contact: Ilcho Cvetanoski
More details here
