U.S. Mission to North Macedonia announces Media Mentorship Program

Deadline: 1 July 2019

The U.S. Embassy in Skopje Public Affairs Section has announced a non-profit/non-governmental organizations to develop and implement a series of workshops for young journalists from the Republic of North Macedonia.

Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing media training programs is required. A broad pool of media contacts and established relationships with potential media trainers/coaches will be considered favorably.

Objectives

Introduce journalists to new skills and trends in reporting
Strengthen the ability of journalists to identify disinformation tactics and build skills to expose disinformation
Expose participants to digital tools and educate them about digital security
Analyze challenges and explore opportunities created by new media
Encourage creation of original and high-quality content
Present journalists with case studies and hands-on experiences to encourage critical analysis and train them to become fluent storytellers

The program should include selection of a cohort of 20-25 journalists under the age of 35. The grantee should plan 9 to 12 workshops in North Macedonia for this cohort, with a total program period of 9-15 months.

Funding Information

Approximate total funding: $100,000

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is limited to non-profit/nongovernmental organizations. For-profit organizations are not eligible to apply.
Proposals must demonstrate a commitment towards the support and inclusion of marginalized communities (including disability status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, whether they live in a rural or urban setting, etc.). Proposals from U.S. institutions should identify potential local sub-grantees.
The application should:
- Address how the project will contribute to the objectives listed above;
- Enumerate specific outputs and outcomes to be achieved by the end of the grant period;
- Describe American content and/or involvement in the project;
- Clearly specify the audiences to be reached and the geographic locations of program activities, and proposed programs in multiple locations, should explain how that will be accomplished;
- Explain how programs and activities will be monitored and evaluated;
- Describe how elements of the project will have a multiplier effect or be sustainable beyond the life of the grant;
- Include a traditional and/or social media plan for marketing or advertising program activities and outcomes;
- Demonstrate competency to manage all financial and oversight aspects of the project, including participant costs and transparent arrangements of sub-grant relationships with partner organizations, if applicable.