Deadline: 20 December 2016
The International Research and Exchanges Board Inc. (IREX) is now accepting applications for the 2017 Macedonia Media Leaders Program (MMLP).
The Macedonia Media Leaders Program (MMLP) is a professional development program for Macedonian journalists and media professionals. MMLP strives to strengthen media in Macedonia by working with media professionals in fostering leadership skills, developing media professionalism, and expanding professional networks. MMLP is funded by the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in Skopje and includes the following program activities:
- Fellowship with U.S. Host Institution: MMLP leaders are carefully matched with a media outlet, nonprofit organization, or other media-focused institution for four months of hands-on experience in the United States.
- Media and Leadership Training: While working with their U.S. host organizations, MMLP leaders engage in a series of media and leadership trainings online and in-person.
- Networking Opportunities: MMLP leaders are provided with opportunities to network with media professionals and media outlets in the United States.
Benefits
The program covers the cost of most expenses associated with:
- J-1 visa support;
- Round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the US;
- Monthly allowance to cover housing, meals, and other living expenses while in the US; and
- Accident and sickness insurance.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates will be considered without respect to race, color, religion, or gender. Competition for the Macedonia Media Leaders Program is merit-based and open to any media professional who meets the following criteria:
- Is a citizen of Macedonia;
- Is currently living in Macedonia at the time of application;
- Has at least two years of professional experience as a journalist or media professional at the time of application;
- Is able to begin the program in the US in August of 2017, and is committed to returning to Macedonia for a period of two years after completing the program;
- Is able to receive a US J-1 visa; and
- Is proficient in spoken and written English at the time of application.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the MMLP application to be considered for the program. Applications must be e-mailed to the address given on the website.
Eligible Country: Macedonia
For more information, please visit Macedonia Media Leaders Program.