JOB TITLE:  Media Legal Specialist

LOCATION:           Baku, Azerbaijan, with travel to other areas in Azerbaijan

DURATION:  3 Years
 
SUMMARY: Relief International (RI) is currently recruiting a Media Legal Specialist for an anticipated multi-year, USAID-funded Media program in Azerbaijan.  The program will increase access to internet and media technologies, engage citizens in media creation and consumption, protect media personnel, and build the capacity of a free and fair media in Azerbaijan.  The Media Legal Specialist will be based in Baku and travel to other program areas throughout Azerbaijan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work closely with the Chief of Party to develop a plan and guide the implementation of media capacity building and protection activities
• Guide interaction with media groups and individual reporters and journalists, including citizen journalists and novices
• Work with legal professionals to provide legal defense services for media falsely accused of crimes or otherwise impeded from honest reporting
• Assist in advocacy activities related to media rights and freedoms
• Build the capacity of media on using new forms of technology in collaboration with the Community Engagement Specialist
• Travel within Azerbaijan to ensure successful performance and implementation of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment. 

• At a minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, law or a related field; a legal degree is preferred
• At least five years of work experience
• A firm understanding of media rights and the media environment in Azerbaijan
• Experience with the legal rights of the media or similar personalities
• Experience with new media is a bonus
• Experience working with the media and on legal issues
• Understanding of the challenges faced by the media in Azerbaijan or other similar countries.
• Ability to speak, read and write fluently in Azerbaijani is required; the ability to speak English is highly desirable.
• Azerbaijani nationals who meet these qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

To Apply:  Submit a resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail address and phone number), and a date of availability to ilaha@ri.org Incomplete applications will not be considered.  The email subject line MUST include the following: Media Legal Specialist-Azerbaijan New Media