World Vision Armenia Trainer for Conducting Training Sessions on HIV/AIDS for Mass Media Representatives

"Training on HIV/AIDS for Mass Media Representatives", WVA/ HIV/AIDS/ITR-12/001

 Terms of Reference

 

To Invite a Trainer for Conducting Training Sessions on HIV/AIDS for Mass Media Representatives

Purpose of the service: World Vision Armenia is calling for the applications to facilitate training sessions for media representatives on HIV and mobility issues within “Cross-Border Cooperation for HIV/AIDS Prevention and Impact Mitigation in Southern Caucasus and Russian Federation” project.

 

Open to/eligibility criteria and requirements: International trainers are eligible to apply(individuals and companies). Journalists experienced in health issues are invited to conduct three day duration training/master class for about 14 media representatives (print media, local television channels, social media, radio) on HIV and mobility issues. At least 3 years of experience in the relative field is required.

 

Dates for task accomplishment: November 2012, three days (7 hours per day)

 

Location: Tsaghkadzor, Armenia

 

Responsible Party: “Cross-Border Cooperation for HIV/AIDS Prevention and Impact Mitigation in Southern Caucasus and Russian Federation” project coordinator.

 

Major responsibilities:

·         Share the training course program before the training for approval and/or modifications if required.

·         Provide electronic version of training materials, handouts and/or other documents to be copied and distributed to training participants.

·         Conduct three day duration training for the target group.

·         Lead the training using the interactive methodology for the target group.

·         Encourage active participation and motivation to remain interested throughout the training course.

·         Use of case studies.

·         Conduct group work sessions in which journalists will correct articles containing inaccurate or incomplete information on HIV/AIDS/Migration. Journalists will review current coverage of HIV/AIDS issues in the media, discussed ways to increase focus on HIV/AIDS and delved into ethical issues when reporting on HIV/AIDS.

·         Conduct sessions for feature writing activities where journalists conducted interviews and wrote stories.

·         The training should also include practical exercises aimed at reducing stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV.

·         Conduct group discussions on challenges faced in reporting on HIV/AIDS and identifying solutions.

·         File in the Trainer’s report at the end of the training.

 

Expected results:

Training will contribute to 1. Better understanding of HIV/migration issues by journalists; 2. Use of proper language and correct terminology; 3. The increase of media coverage on HIV/AIDS/Migration issues.

 

Training topics and sessions:

·         Accurate reporting on sensitive issues in the media (use of appropriate terminology). Correct messages on HIV prevention;

·        Mitigation of existing stigma/prejudice about HIV in society (particularly as it relates to migration). What role can the media play in fighting stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV and AIDS;

·         Engaging the media representatives in covering HIV, migration, stigma/discrimination, behaviour change;

·         Proved facts versus myths, prejudices and stigmas;

·         Role of mass media in promoting tolerance towards people living with HIV;

·         Ethical aspects of reporting on HIV issues. Tips for interviewing people living with HIV;

·         Privacy and information confidentiality;

·         Tactfulness and objectivity of mass media publications. Protection of people living with HIV from discrimination;

·         Legal aspects of HIV-related issues.

                                                       

Application procedures:  

To apply for this provision of service, please, e-mail the CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience, references, motivation letter, one page training concept paper, documents proving the qualification of applicant (certificates, Diploma, etc.), information on the applicant’s at least three similar assignments during the past 3 years /brief description and/or copies of the contracts/;and estimated fee amount for training to wvarmprocurement@wvi.org .
In the subject line of your e-mail message, please, mention "Training on HIV/AIDS for Mass Media Representatives".

 

Pre-requisites:

• WV will cover the following logistics (accommodation, transportation and food) and administrative support for the trainer.
• WV will provide the trainer with all necessary program related information, etc.
• WV will organize translation from English to Armenian and vice versa or from Russian to Armenian and vice versa in case of a need. Training language (English/Russian/Armenian).

 

Opening date: 24.09.2012

Application deadline: 10.10.2012

 

Information about organization/project

Background: World Vision International, one of the world’s largest NGOs, has current programs and operations in more than 100 countries. It is an international relief, development and advocacy NGO dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.

World Vision Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russian Federation Cross-border cooperation for HIV/AIDS Prevention and Impact Mitigation in Southern Caucasus and Russian Federation Project aiming to create an enabling environment for the capacity building of Non-State Actors (NSAs) for advocacy; strengthening partnerships and coordination among NSAs and public bodies on country and regional levels; and enhancing access to HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, care and support services for migrant workers and mobile populations including MARPs and PLHIV.