Media Sector Researcher, USAID/ West Bank/Gaza MENA MELS Activity, Remote

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social science, public policy and/or research, or related subjects required.
• Minimum eight years of relevant experience, including in the West Bank and Gaza, required.
• Experience and knowledge of the media landscapes in West Bank and Gaza, including international donor support for independent media strengthening required.
• Experience researching, including conducting literature review/desk study and in-person semi structured interviews required.
• Experience with USAID WBG Mission is highly preferred.
• Established existing networks with senior officials and technical staff of media institutions and initiatives, as well as other experts in the field among academics and civil society required.
• Ability to travel to the West Bank at short notice.
• Ability to conduct remote interviews with stakeholders in Gaza is required while travel to Gaza is not necessary.
• Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills required.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required.

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