Organization: African Women in Media (AWiM)
Location: Remote (Nigeria)
Deadline: 31 May
About African Women in Media (AWiM)
African Women in the Media is an international non-governmental organization with the aim to positively impact the way media functions in relation to African women. Our members are African women from a diverse range of media backgrounds. Our vision is that one-day African women will have equal access to representation and opportunities in media industries and media content. African Women in the Media (AWiM) aims to contribute to the creation of enabling environments for African women who work in media industries, and to change the way African women are represented in media content. It does this through knowledge production, training and partnerships.
About the research
In its third year, the Reporting Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWGs) in Nigeria project aims to intervene in the current state of reporting stories on VAWGs in five states in Nigeria through capacity building of women journalists, storytelling, research and toolkit development.
The primary goal of this research on Policy Frameworks for Reporting Violence Against Women & Girls and Toolkit Development is to comprehensively assess existing policy measures, their effectiveness, and their implementation challenges in addressing gender-based violence within the media. Through rigorous examination and critical analysis, the consultant will contribute to the development of evidence-based recommendations aimed at improving reporting practices and the technical strengthening of internal policies around VAWG. The research findings will also inform the content and structure of a Media Toolkit on VAWG reporting in Nigeria. These will include actionable strategies and best practices for ethical and sensitive reporting on VAWG. The toolkit will serve as a comprehensive resource for media professionals seeking to enhance their reporting skills.
About the role and expected outputs
We are seeking a qualified consultant to undertake an extensive review and analysis of policy frameworks on the Reporting of Violence against women and girls in Nigeria. The consultancy deliverables and expected outputs are as follows:
- A detailed report highlighting the key findings and recommendations from the policy analysis and a policy framework that can be adopted in Nigeria newsrooms.
- A toolkit for media professionals, offering practical guidance and resources for ethically and effectively reporting on violence against women and girls.
- Two policy briefs summarizing:
- How governance and institutional structures can better work with the media in addressing issues related to VAWG.
- Regulatory and policy interventions to improve the online safety of women journalists
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Expertise in researching media, gender, policy development or related social science field.
- Experience in producing research outputs
- Excellent English written skills and communicating complex information in an accessible way
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation
- Experience in media monitoring and/or researching VAWGs would be an advantage
Language Requirement
Perfect command of the English language (written and oral) is mandatory.
Guiding Principles
The Consultant shall:
- Work with, and be supervised by the Project Lead
- Carry out the responsibilities of the position in an efficient, effective, and professional manner.
- Discharge the duties, observe and comply with all procedures, administrative regulations and standard operating procedures (SOP) of AWIM.
- Exercise and eschew the values of due diligence, responsible work ethics, and mutual respect, due consideration, accountability and good faith in all dealings.
How to Apply
To apply submit a cover letter that demonstrates why you are suited for this role, a brief proposal of how you will structure the research, including your proposed methodology and your CV with details of relevant publications of similar work. Send these to blessing@africanwomeninmedia.com with the subject line ‘VAWGs Research Application [insert your name]
Submission Deadline: 31 May 2024
AFRICAN WOMEN IN MEDIA DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUTIMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING OR TRAINING).
