INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT PROCUREMENT NOTICE
Date: 9/09/2013
Reference Number: PN/38901-031-13
Country: Fiji
Project name: International Consultant on Media Self-regulation Mechanisms
Period of assignment/services: 20 days between October and November 2013
Duty Station: Home Based
Proposal should be submitted at C/-UNDP, Private Mail Bag, Suva, Fiji or by email to
procurement.fj@undp.org no later than COB 27September 2013 (2pm Fiji Time). Any request for clarification must be sent in writing, or by standard electronic communication to the address or e-mail indicated above. UNDP will respond in writing or by standard electronic mail and will send written copies of the response, including an explanation of the query without identifying the source of inquiry, to all consultants.
1. BACKGROUND
In the context of UNESCO's efforts to increase the freedom of the media, access to information and to use communication as a means of achieving sustainable development in the Pacific, and UNDP's programs promoting human rights and freedom of expression, the two organizations, in partnership with the Pacific Freedom Forum, have decided to undertake a feasibility study on establishing a regional media self-regulation mechanism for the Pacific.
2. SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK
The overall aim of the feasibility study is to enable an informed discussion among media stakeholders about possible self-regulation mechanisms at the regional level with a view of exploring viable options to establish such a mechanism in the Pacific
The objective of the feasibility study is to present and discuss the various models of self-regulation mechanisms; their advantages and disadvantages based on lessons learnt from existing mechanisms; based on consultations with media and development partners in the Pacific; and taking to account a possible need to adapt these to the Pacific region.
For detailed Terms of Reference refer Annex 1
3. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIENCE AND QUALFICATION
Education
Advanced University degree in journalism, law, human rights law, ethics, international development or related area;
Experience
10 years of relevant professional experience in the area of journalism, media development, media regulation, human rights.
Significant proven expertise on media self-regulation mechanisms, in particular in developing countries.
Significant knowledge of international frameworks and guidelines relevant for media self-regulation mechanisms.
Proven research and writing skills including a substantial number of relevant publications
Significant experience in consulting with and taking into account views of large number of stakeholders.
Work experience in and knowledge of the Pacific is an advantage.
Previous experience in developing or implementing media self-regulation mechanisms is a distinct advantage.
Relevant experience (10 years +) with specific expertise in media freedom and in particular media self-regulation mechanisms.
Familiarity with relevant international guidelines and frameworks on media freedom and media regulation.
Significant experience in consulting with and briefing a wide variety of stakeholders;
Competencies
Proficiency in English. Excellent analytical, writing and report drafting skills;
Executes day-to-day tasks systematically & efficiently;
Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource;
Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style and to deliver presentations to external audiences, including audiences unfamiliar with the technical aspect of the topic;
Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relations both as a team member with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate team members of different backgrounds and in different locations;
Ability to work under high pressure;
High degree of cultural competence;
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside the UN;
Excellent organizational, coordination and interpersonal skills.
4. DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WHEN SUBMITTING PROPOSALS
Offerors should send the following:
i) Letter addressing how you meet the requirements
ii) Signed CV or P11 form provided including names of at least 2 referees
iii) Letter confirming availability and Interest using UNDP template
iv) Financial Proposal (which includes breakdown of professional fees, travel (only economy class air-fares), living expenses (if applicable) for the duty station and any other miscellaneous cost that may be incurred during the duration of the consultancy.) The financial proposal must be submitted separately from other documents.
The P11 form and Template for confirming availability and interest is available on the UNDP Fiji website (
www.undp.org.fj).
Lump sum contracts
The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in instalments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. In order to assist the requesting unit in the comparison of financial proposals, the financial proposal will include a breakdown of this lump sum amount (including travel, living expenses, and number of anticipated working days).
Travel;
All envisaged travel costs must be included in the financial proposal. This includes all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel. In general, UNDP should not accept travel costs exceeding those of an economy class ticket. Should the IC wish to travel on a higher class he/she should do so using their own resources.
In the case of unforeseeable travel, payment of travel costs including tickets, lodging and terminal expenses should be agreed upon, between the respective business unit and Individual Consultant, prior to travel and will be reimbursed.
5. EVALUATION
Cumulative analysis
The proposals will be evaluated using the cumulative analysis method with a split 70% technical and 30% financial scoring. The proposal with the highest cumulative scoring will be awarded the contract.
Applications will be evaluated technically and points are attributed based on how well the proposal meets the requirements of the Terms of Reference using the guidelines detailed in the table below:
When using this weighted scoring method, the award of the contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:
a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, and
b) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation.
* Technical Criteria weighting; 70%
* Financial Criteria weighting; 30%
Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 49points (out of 70) for the technical criteria would be considered for the Financial Evaluation
Criteria Weight Max. Point
Technical 70% 70
i) Qualification
Advanced University degree in journalism, law, human rights law, ethics, international development or related area; 10
ii) Experience
10 years of relevant professional experience in the area of journalism, media development, media regulation, human rights.
Significant proven expertise on media self-regulation mechanisms, in particular in developing countries.
Significant knowledge of international frameworks and guidelines relevant for media self-regulation mechanisms.
Proven research and writing skills including a substantial number of relevant publications
Significant experience in consulting with and taking into account views of large number of stakeholders.
Work experience in and knowledge of the Pacific is an advantage.
Previous experience in developing or implementing media self-regulation mechanisms is a distinct advantage.
Relevant experience (10 years +) with specific expertise in media freedom and in particular media self-regulation mechanisms.
Familiarity with relevant international guidelines and frameworks on media freedom and media regulation.
Significant experience in consulting with and briefing a wide variety of stakeholders;
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iii) Competencies
Proficiency in English. Excellent analytical, writing and report drafting skills;
Executes day-to-day tasks systematically & efficiently;
Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource;
Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style and to deliver presentations to external audiences, including audiences unfamiliar with the technical aspect of the topic;
Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relations both as a team member with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate team members of different backgrounds and in different locations;
Ability to work under high pressure;
High degree of cultural competence;
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside the UN;
Excellent organizational, coordination and interpersonal skills 25
**If necessary interviews shall also be conducted as part of the technical evaluation to ascertain best value for money.
Financial 30% 30
Cumulative 100% 100
Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Annex 1:
TERMS OF REFERENCE
International Consultant on Media Self-regulation Mechanisms
Country: Fiji
Project name: International Consultant on Media Self-regulation Mechanisms
Period of assignment/services: 20days between October and November 2013
Duty Station: Home Based
1. BACKGOUND
Media in Pacific Island countries face varying degrees of enabling policy and legislative environments. Common across the Pacific region are concerns over the quality of media reporting and the absence of common media standards and enforcement mechanisms with regards to journalism ethics and standards. These concerns are largely shared by media representatives themselves. Simultaneously, there is an increasing number of voices in the region that call for tighter regulation of the media. There is thus a risk that without functioning self-regulation mechanisms and adherence to journalism standards, Pacific media will be facing an increasingly restrictive legislative environment.
National self-regulation mechanisms to enforce media standards are non-existent currently, although efforts by development partners are underway and are likely to gain a foothold in some Pacific Island countries. At the same time, a number of media outlets across the Pacific have expressed their support for a regional media self-regulation mechanism to establish and enhance the adherence to media standards across the Pacific region. The establishment of such a regional mechanism has been promoted by the Pacific Freedom Forum.
In the context of UNESCO's efforts to increase the freedom of the media, access to information and to use communication as a means of achieving sustainable development in the Pacific, and UNDP's programs promoting human rights and freedom of expression, the two organizations, in partnership with the Pacific Freedom Forum, have decided to undertake a feasibility study on establishing a regional media self-regulation mechanism for the Pacific.
2. OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF WORKS
The overall aim of the feasibility study is to enable an informed discussion among media stakeholders about possible self-regulation mechanisms at the regional level with a view of exploring viable options to establish such a mechanism in the Pacific
The objective of the feasibility study is to present and discuss the various models of self-regulation mechanisms; their advantages and disadvantages based on lessons learnt from existing mechanisms; based on consultations with media and development partners in the Pacific; and taking to account a possible need to adapt these to the Pacific region.
The discussion on feasibility shall include at the minimum sections on: financing and sustainability of a regional mechanism; membership and appointments; relationship vis-à-vis national self-regulation mechanisms; as well as regional standard setting and enforcement processes.
The feasibility study shall include a clear presentation of at least two different possible media self-regulation models for the Pacific region including an outline of the process towards their establishment, and a recommendation with regards to the most appropriate model for the Pacific.
A team of two consultants (1 international, 1 national/regional consultant) will be hired to develop the feasibility study in close consultation with media stakeholders and development partners across the Pacific region. UNDP, UNESCO and PFF staff will provide additional support, quality control, and advise to the consultancy team.
The international consultant on media self-regulation mechanisms will act as the team leader and will be responsible for the following:
Take responsibility for the overall leadership in coordinating the schedule and workload of the consultant team for the timely and high quality delivery of the feasibility study.
Carry out a desk review of guidance documents as well as existing media self-regulation mechanisms globally, and discuss pro's and con's of existing models as well as their adaptability to the Pacific region.
In cooperation with the national/regional consultant, develop a conceptual approach and organize in-depth consultations with media representatives, media associations, as well as development partners across the Pacific region and ensure reflection of their views in the feasibility study.
Ensure the development of a clearly presented feasibility study that presents and discusses a regional self-regulation mechanism for the Pacific in an accessible manner and transparently takes into account the views of media and development partners consulted during the process.
Bear responsibility for the consolidation of inputs from the national/regional consultant and for the final editing of the feasibility study.
Bear responsibility for incorporation of views and comments from the partner organizations commissioning this consultancy.
3. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
Activities Deliverables Number of Days
Development of concept for and outline of feasibility study Submission of feasibility study concept and outline to UNDP and incorporation of feedback 2 days
Consultation with media and development partners across Pacific region Submission of summary report of consultations including list of stakeholders consulted 4 days
Drafting of feasibility study on basis of approved proposal and outline Submission of draft feasibility study to UNDP and partner organizations 12 days
Revision of draft feasibility study taking into account comments from review team Submission of final feasibility study 2 days
TOTAL 20 days
4. SUPERVISION/REPORTING
This is a consultancy managed by UNDP Pacific Centre, UNESCO. The consultant will report to UNDP Pacific Centre.
5. PAYMENTS
20% upon delivery of concept and annotated outline
20% upon submission of consultation report
35% upon submission of draft feasibility study
25% upon delivery of final feasibility study
6. REQUIREMENT FOR QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
Education
Advanced University degree in journalism, law, human rights law, ethics, international development or related area;
Experience
10 years of relevant professional experience in the area of journalism, media development, media regulation, human rights.
Significant proven expertise on media self-regulation mechanisms, in particular in developing countries.
Significant knowledge of international frameworks and guidelines relevant for media self-regulation mechanisms.
Proven research and writing skills including a substantial number of relevant publications
Significant experience in consulting with and taking into account views of large number of stakeholders.
Work experience in and knowledge of the Pacific is an advantage.
Previous experience in developing or implementing media self-regulation mechanisms is a distinct advantage.
Relevant experience (10 years +) with specific expertise in media freedom and in particular media self-regulation mechanisms.
Familiarity with relevant international guidelines and frameworks on media freedom and media regulation.
Significant experience in consulting with and briefing a wide variety of stakeholders;
Competencies
Proficiency in English. Excellent analytical, writing and report drafting skills;
Executes day-to-day tasks systematically & efficiently;
Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource;
Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style and to deliver presentations to external audiences, including audiences unfamiliar with the technical aspect of the topic;
Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relations both as a team member with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate team members of different backgrounds and in different locations;
Ability to work under high pressure;
High degree of cultural competence;
Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside the UN;
Excellent organizational, coordination and interpersonal skills.
Applications:
Applicants should express their interest in being considered for the above posts, by emailing their CVs and letter of application to
procurement.fj@undp.org. The deadline for submitting applications is 2pm Friday27thSeptember, 2013(Fiji time). Applicants should indicate the post being applied for (International Consultant on Media Self-regulation Mechanisms) in the subject line of the email.
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