UNDP Nigeria Job Vacancy for Media Consultant

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Job Title: Consultant To Provide Technical Assistance To Independent National Electoral Commision (INEC) On Media (International And National Consultants Can Apply)
Location: Abuja, NIGERIA
Organisation: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Type of Contract: FTA International
Post Level: International Consultant
Duration of Initial Contract: One Year

Background:
•   The Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) project supports Nigeria's democratic process within the framework of Electoral Cycle Support and Deepening Democracy over the period, 2009-2015.
•   The overall goal of DGD   is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of electoral democracy and democratic governance in Nigeria.
•   The project provided technical assistance to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) among other critical stakeholders towards the 2011 general elections to deliver free, fair and credible elections.

Education: Advanced University degree (Masters or PhD) or at least 15 years of relevant experience in media related areas, journalism and the Social Sciences.

Experience:
•   Minimum 15 years experience in journalism and media practice.
•   Experience in journalism and media practice.

Language: Excellent spoken English is required as well as fluency in one Nigerian language

Note: Please visit (http://rosters.ng.undp.org:8050/vmsb/) to access the Call for Individual Consultant document and the detailed Terms of Reference and apply online. Any request for clarification must be sent in writing, or by standard electronic communication to the address or e-mail olayinka.sanusi@undp.org

How to Apply:
Click the following link for further information and to submit your application online:
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Deadline: 28th September, 2011.