Technical mentor

Job Description: Technical mentor (7)

Organization: Association of Community Radio Broadcasters (ACORAB)

Location: Seven provinces in Nepal (specific districts listed below)

Application Deadline: 24th October 2024

Association of Community Radio Broadcasters (ACORAB) in partnership with BBC Media Action is going to implement a project titled “BRIDGES” so that Nepalese people take positive actions to adapt to climate change and build resilience to climate-related natural hazards as a result of improved weather and climate information services (WCIS). With the evolving media landscape, ACORAB intends to enhance capacity of 13 community radio stations and Community Information Network (CIN) for the integration of multimedia and digital platforms, complementing traditional radio broadcasts to ensure WCIS messages reach a broader audience.

Why Join ACORAB?

Are you an innovative thinker with a passion for media, technology, and climate resilience? ACORAB invites dynamic and forward-thinking mentors to join our team for the project. Your expertise will help shape the future of community radio, ensuring it remains a vital resource for local voices. As a mentor, you will have the opportunity to use your expertise in digital technologies, media innovation, and climate communication to harness the power of new technologies, introduce digital tools, engage with diverse communities, and build climate resilience by delivering timely and actionable weather information.

Location: The position will be based in seven provinces, with one mentor selected from each of the following districts. Regular travel to Kathmandu will be required:

1. Koshi Province (Illam and Jhapa)
2. Madhesh Province (Dhanusha and Mahottari)
3. Bagmati Province (Kathmandu and Sindhupalchowk)
4. Gandaki Province (Baglung and Myagdi)
5. Lumbini Province (Banke and Bardiya)
6. Karnali Province (Surkhet and Dailekh)
7. Sudurpaschim Province (Kailali and Kanchanpur)

Key Responsibilities:

• Take charge of coordinating efforts with local community radio partners to create compelling radio and digital media content focused on climate issues. This includes setting clear objectives, timelines, and creative guidelines to ensure that the content resonates with the target audience.
• Create and implement comprehensive training programmes for local radio partners that emphasize audience-driven programming and innovative digital content creation.
• Offer customized mentorship to community radio journalists to help them effectively integrate multimedia tools and digital platforms into their work. This mentorship will focus on enhancing the quality of their content and increasing audience engagement through innovative storytelling techniques.
• Maintain consistent communication with the project team by providing updates on mentoring activities and production progress. This includes tracking milestones, documenting achievements, and identifying any areas needing additional support.
• Conduct training sessions for radio station journalists and technicians on essential skills such as video editing, using emerging technologies, and applying AI tools in their content creation processes. This capacity-building initiative aims to modernize their skills and improve the overall quality of their broadcasts.
• Facilitate a culture of active community engagement among journalists by encouraging feedback and establishing two-way communication channels. This approach ensures that the media reflects community needs and concerns while fostering trust and transparency.
• Support local radio stations in forming partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations to enhance climate communication and address public service topics.
• Regularly review and assess the progress of radio stations in adopting digital tools and improving content production. This includes follow-up visits, feedback sessions, and progress reports to ensure they are on track with their goals.
• Prepare and share comprehensive reports on mentoring initiatives, highlighting success stories, identifying challenges faced, and offering recommendations for improvement. These reports will be vital for assessing the effectiveness of the mentoring program.
• Work in sync with the Senior Mentor to ensure that all activities align with the overarching project objectives. This collaboration will facilitate the sharing of insights, best practices, and strategies for achieving the desired outcomes.

Qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in media and communication, climate science, journalism, disaster risk management, information technology, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates or young professionals with relevant knowledge and skills are encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated ability to produce innovative and high-quality audio, video, and digital media content.
• Skilled in various aspects of production, including content development, recording, and post-production processes.
• Proven track record of guiding teams to create compelling content tailored for local audiences.
• Proficient in developing training programs that cater to a variety of learning styles.
• Capable of working autonomously and effectively managing time, even when faced with competing deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in both written and spoken Nepali.
• Understanding of Nepal's media landscape and its developmental role.
• Experience using media for developmental objectives would be added advantage.
• Familiarity with Nepal's demographic and ethnic diversity, including local languages.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, and any examples of previous work in media production or training to acorabvacancy@gmail.com by 24th October 2024.