Equal Access International
Our History: Pioneers of Human-Centered International Development. In 2000, Ronni Goldfarb had a vision. With the rapid development of information and communication technologies (ICTs) and a deep belief in the power of the individual to affect change, she and a small team launched Equal Access International. EAI was born out of a commitment to fostering human development and authentic empowerment…
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Senior Media Advisor, Civil Society and Media Strengthening Activity – Nepal
Equal Access International (EAI) – a non-governmental organization (NGO) headquartered in Washington, D.C. – partners with communities around the world to co-create sustainable solutions utilizing community engagement and participatory media and technology. With funding from bi-laterals, multi-laterals, foundations, and individual donors, EAI has a 20-year track record implementing social change projects around the world and currently operates through 12 country programs across Asia and East and West Africa.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Equal Access International (EAI) is seeking expression of interest from highly qualified candidates for the Senior Media Advisor position on an anticipated USAID Civil Society and Media Strengthening Activity in Nepal. The position is subject to change based on the procurement requirements and is contingent upon EAI being awarded the project. The position is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Nepali nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Senior Media Advisor is responsible for providing overall technical leadership for EAI’s components of an anticipated, high-profile USAID Civil Society and Media Strengthening initiative in Nepal. The role will serve as EAI’s primary liaison in country and will support the project’s COP and DCOP in providing strategic and technical leadership to the program, including providing high level strategic design of project activities related to improving the enabling environment for civil society and media, and strengthening constructive civic engagement in improving citizen participation in public policy reform, public resources utilization, and public service delivery. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that activities are effectively implemented, program quality is robustly monitored and evaluated, deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard, and that donor compliance regulations are strictly followed.
REPORTING:
The Senior Media Advisor will report to the Country Director in Nepal.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
EAI is an equal opportunity employer. EAI welcomes and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. As such, our commitment is to promote equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all employees and applicants seeking employment. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at EAI.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please send your CV/your minimum salary requirement, and indicate your relevant experience to: consultancies@equalaccess.org with “Senior Media Advisor, Nepal” in the subject line of the email. Application deadline is December 18, 2020, but please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing them as we receive them.