BBC Media Action             

BBC Media Action is the independent international charity of the BBC which uses media and effective communication to change people's lives for the better.

BBC Media Action delivers a portfolio of SBCC [Social and Behaviour Change Communication] oriented humanitarian and development projects in Afghanistan.

Background

BBC Media Action Afghanistan is delivering projects on empowering local media, journalists and aid workers learn how to undertake effective communications to reach and engage with local communities. 

Overall Purpose of the Job.

Reporting to the supervisor, the Senior  Trainer and Mentor (Radio) will be responsible for the capacity building of our women-lead and women-focused media partner stations in provinces that broadcast radio programs to affected communities and have received small operational grants The post holder will develop a detailed training plan, working with colleagues in Afghanistan and the UK to use the insights from research into training needs, and expertise on best practice in building the capacity of local media outlets. The Senior Trainer and Mentor (Radio) will implement that plan, using his or her own expertise and the skills of media trainers and consultants.  The person will also ensure the training and mentoring are in line with the deliverables under the project's small grants activities that are provided to the women-led and women-focused radio partners.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage trainers and mentors and improve their skills and abilities.
• Identify and assess the training needs of partner organizations and propose efficient interventions.
• Devise an overall or individualized training and mentoring tool and plan that addresses the needs and expectations of each media partner.
• Ensure the training and mentoring plans are aligned with the deliverables under the project’s small grants activities.
• Design and deliver capacity strengthening program for women-focused and women-run media partner stations in regional and provincial locations, as well as in Kabul.

• Able to work directly with women journalists at local radio stations.
• Provide regular mentoring to media partner stations to ensure they can produce high-quality content as per the needs of affected communities.
• Travel to provinces of Afghanistan for training and mentoring purposes as and when needed.
• Oversee all aspects of the training program, including travel arrangements for trainees and identification of media personnel to support the mentoring program.
• Monitor the training program’s effectiveness and successes regularly, and report regularly on activities and impact.
• Maintain a keen awareness of developments in multimedia content production and training.
• Resolve any specific problems and tailor programs as necessary.
• Deploy a wide variety of training methods.
• Track and manage the training and mentoring budget.
• Support the management of small grant activities.
• Other tasks or responsibilities, as directed by the supervisor.

Essential skills and experience

• An impressive track record in an editorial role as an editor, producer, or journalist specializing in radio
• At least 4 years of media training experience and at least 6 years of experience in radio journalism.
• Proven experience of and enthusiasm for training and mentoring.
• Experience of leading, managing, and inspiring a team in a media and communication environment setting.
• Experience in managing projects including budget, plans and report writing.
• Demonstrable creative ability, with a proven track record in coming up with innovative ideas for training and content creation.
• Familiarity with a wide range of training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job, in-classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations, etc.)
• Ability to record and edit audio content for radio.
• Understanding of radio studio operations.
• Knowledge of how radio new rooms operate.
• Strong understanding of gender issues in the Afghanistan context
• Fluent Pashto and or Dari written and spoken language skills.
• Very good written and spoken English language skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to plan, multi-task, and manage time effectively.
• Strong report writing and record-keeping ability.
• Good IT and database skills, including experience with audio editing software and Microsoft Office.
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Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of working with a national or international NGO.

Competencies

The following competencies (behaviors and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies. 

• Editorial Judgement – demonstrates balanced and objective judgment based on a thorough understanding of editorial guidelines, target audience, program and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary.
• Planning and organization - able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Priorities and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing, and resources.
• Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behavior change.
• Communication - able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools, and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information.
• Managing relationships and teamwork - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
• Creative Thinking – Is able to transform creative ideas/impulses into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions.
• Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation and energy.
• Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes in one’s own organization or job requirements.

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