Job Title: Media Strengthening Programme Officer

Duration: 1 year

Gross Salary: RM4,000 – RM6,000 (open to negotiation depending on experience)

Core Responsibilities: Under the guidance and supervision of the CIJ Executive Director, the Programme Officer performs the following tasks and has the following responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and technical input and coordinate the effective planning,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the related media freedom and strengthening activities;
• Monitor and assess the media landscape periodically, and develop strategic responses, including initiating research, drafting policy and position papers and executing advocacy campaigns on promoting media freedom;
• Initiate and foster strategic relations with the media and government agencies to achieve relevant advocacy objectives, as well as manage and mitigate the challenges that arise in the process;
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and facilitate the engagement and participation of parliamentarians, media, civil society and other stakeholders in the media strengthening initiatives;
• Advise and support CIJ on collaborations, progress management and, where relevant, additional needs in relation to the implementation of media strengthening programmes, campaigns and follow-up activities, if required;
• Facilitate the development of content and manage the team contracted to develop the ICT tools and website development related to media strengthening and media freedom.
• Provide regular updates and status reports on projects and events, including relevant analyses, statistics and recommendations for improvement, for the purposes of website archiving, social media branding, donor reporting and as requested.
• Ensure that the related activities are implemented in a timely manner, and the funds are used in accordance with the budget and reports are drafted and delivered as required;
• Facilitate the engagement and participation of civil society and other stakeholders in the activities related to media freedom;
• Represent CIJ at relevant events or meetings related to media strengthening and CIJ’s other focus areas;
• Support the implementation of CIJ’s other programmes as and when necessary; and
• Perform other tasks as required.

Competencies:
• Good knowledge of human rights and understanding of the media environment in Malaysia with a focus on measurable impact and results;
• Adaptability to different circumstances and a fast-paced environment as required within a civil society organisation such as CIJ;
• Creative and out of the box thinker, with demonstrated track record of analytic problem‐solving/seeking solutions to challenges;
• Good communication (spoken and written) skills including the ability to convey concepts and recommendations both orally and in writing, with clear and concise justification;
• Ability to build good relationships with stakeholders such as media practitioners, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Government agencies / representatives and private sectors;
• Ability to implement, monitor and evaluate the development of the project;
• Ability to formulate and manage budgets, contributions and financial reporting;
• Ability to write press statements and reports;
• Ability to maintain documents and keep records;
• Demonstrates outcome-oriented attitude and effective problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimum supervision, and at the same time is willing to work as a team;
• Displays sensitivity and adaptability to cultural, gender, religious, ethnic, age and sexual orientation diversity;
• Displays behaviour that demonstrates honesty, transparency, accountability and kindness;
• Ability to travel to locations in Malaysia.

Qualifications:
• University degree, or its equivalent, in journalism, communications, social/political sciences or other related fields.
• Previous experience in media or related work for a governmental institution or CSOs is desirable, including in managing and implementing specific projects;
• Good knowledge of human rights, in particular freedom of expression and right to information;
• Fluency in both oral and written Malay and English languages is essential. Knowledge of a third language is advantageous.

Submission Guideline:
You are kindly requested to submit a cover letter and your curriculum vitae by email to cijmalaysia@cijmalaysia.net.

Deadline: 30 November 2024.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Please state the following in the title of your cover letter and email subject line:
APPLICATION AS MEDIA STRENGTHENING PROGRAMME OFFICER

Only candidates who meet the qualifications and requirements for the role will be called for an interview.