Result of Service

The consultant is expected to deliver the following tangible and measurable outputs: • Two (2) five-days training sessions dedicated to journalists are conducted; • The trainees have received all the necessary pedagogical materials to enable them to replicate the training sessions afterwards; • Activity reports are delivered, following each activity.

Work Location

Haiti

Expected duration

From 15 July to 31 August 2024

Duties and Responsibilities

Background of the assignment: The Haiti Office of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is tasked with assisting the government in building capacity in the areas of drug control, crime prevention and criminal justice. The Corruption and Economic Crime Branch (CEB) of UNODC has established a leading global position in delivering support to countries to prevent and combat corruption. It is the guardian of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) and it manages the UNODC Global Programme to Prevent and Combat Corruption through Effective Implementation of UNCAC in Support of Sustainable Development Goal 16. Within its mandate, UNODC supports the strengthening of criminal justice systems in order to combat drug trafficking, illicit trafficking, organized crime, terrorism and corruption more effectively. This includes the enhancement of the capacities of criminal chain actors to investigate, prosecute and adjudicate corruption cases. At the same time, the UNCAC plays a crucial role in promoting media freedom and the importance of investigative journalism, particularly through its Article 13. This article calls for States parties to respect and promote the freedom to seek, receive, publish, and disseminate information concerning corruption. This provision implicitly recognizes that free and independent media, as well as rigorous investigative journalism, are essential for uncovering and combating corruption. By encouraging transparency and facilitating the dissemination of information, the UNCAC helps to create an environment where journalists can work without fear of repression or censorship, thus contributing to a more just and accountable society. This is further stressed in Article 33, focusing on the protection of persons reporting information. The importance of training investigative journalists in the context of combating corruption cannot be overstated. Equipping these professionals with specialized skills and knowledge empowers them to uncover and report on corrupt practices effectively, thereby playing a critical role in fostering transparency and accountability. It is equally important to establish a strong and collaborative relationship between investigative journalists and specialized anti-corruption and criminal justice authorities. This synergy ensures a reliable exchange of crucial information, enhancing the overall effectiveness of anti-corruption efforts. Moreover, providing robust protection mechanisms for journalists is essential. Such measures not only safeguard their freedom to report without fear of retaliation but also maintain the independence and integrity of the media. This approach is vital in creating an environment where justice prevails and corruption is vigorously challenged, contributing significantly to the pursuit of good governance and sustainable societal development. Purpose of the assignment: The purpose of this assignment is to prepare and deliver two “train the trainers” sessions for journalists, focusing on the techniques of investigative journalism, the role of investigative journalism networks, and the importance of cooperation with anti-corruption authorities. These sessions are designed to enhance the journalists’ abilities to investigate crimes related to corruption. Under the supervision of the UNODC Anti-Corruption Adviser for Haiti, the Consultant will accomplish the following tasks to achieve the above-mentioned objectives: • Prepare the two (2) training sessions; • Deliver two (2) five-days training sessions dedicated to journalists in Haiti.

Qualifications/special skills

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in journalism is required. A first-level university degree in the aforementioned field in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. • A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant and progressively responsible work experience in journalism, at the national and/or international level, is required; • Experience in delivering trainings on journalism/investigative is required; • Experience in working with civil society on anti-corruption/good governance is desirable; • Experience working in journalist networks is desirable; • Experience implementing activities in cooperation with the United Nations or similar organization is desirable;

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in French is required. Knowledge of English or another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.