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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PROGRAM IN MEDIA
Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is a non-denominational, non-profit
international development agency that promotes sustainable and equitable social
and economic development in low-income countries in Asia and Africa. AKFC has a
long history of providing opportunities for the career development of youth
through its international development activities.
The Young Professionals Program in Media (YPM), sponsored by Aga Khan
Foundation Canada (AKFC) in collaboration with the Canadian International
Development Agency (CIDA), is designed to develop leadership and management
skills and promote learning for outstanding young Canadian journalists who have
a desire and an aptitude to work effectively in today’s global media
environment. Successful candidates will undertake an eight month placement with
the Nation Media Group, in East Africa, which includes The Nation newspaper in
Nairobi, the Monitor in Kampala, the East African in Dar es Salaam and several
broadcast holdings.
This third cycle of the YPM program builds on AKFC’s seventeen years of
success in managing overseas internship programs. Through AKFC’s Fellowships in
International Development Management and International Microfinance and
Microenterprise, more than 250 university graduates have received focused study
and practical experience that has enabled them to pursue leadership positions in
their chosen fields. The YPM program, designed as a stepping stone for careers
in international media, targets young Canadian journalists —including students
of print, broadcast, documentary, and internet journalism—wishing to embark on
global careers.
The program consists of a preparatory session in Ottawa and orientation
program overseas, followed by an eight-month work placement with the Nation
Media Group in East Africa. The YPM program provides training in development
management and leadership, emphasizing innovative and analytical approaches, and
strategic thinking and planning. While in East Africa, participants will be
exposed to elements of print media report and editorial writing, broadcast news
gathering and production, and general media operations management. Specific
placement terms of reference will be tailored to the skills, experience, and
interest of participants. The program will be held between May 28 2007 and
February 28, 2008. Up to fifteen Fellowships will be awarded for the 2007/2008
Program.
Eligibility Criteria - Applicants must:
- be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants;
- be between 19-30 years old;
- demonstrate a strong interest in the field of international media; and
- hold, at minimum, an Honours Bachelors degree or professional
designation (Masters degree preferred).
For further information please contact AKFC at:
ypm@akfc.ca
Deadline for receipt of applications is January 28th, 2008
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