FYI, an announcement rec'd from OCPA. DZO
THE FORD FOUNDATION POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT PROGRAM OFFICER Knowledge, Creativity and Freedom Program Media, Arts and Culture West Africa SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The Program Officer will be responsible for developing, monitoring and evaluating the Foundation's West Africa programming in media, arts and culture. The program's overall goal is to promote the use of media, arts and culture as key resources for strengthening social, cultural and economic development. The program covers two areas: (1) strengthening media pluralism and freedom of expression in the media; and (2) strengthening the capacity of arts and culture institutions to promote arts and culture enterprises broadly, including but not limited to catalyzing support for individual artists and culture workers and their institutions. The program officer will assess previous work in media with a view to sharpening support for media pluralism in the region in line with Foundation-wide work in this area. S/he will also broaden support for the development of vibrant creative enterprises in West Africa. Working with the Representative in Lagos and other Ford Foundation staff, the Program Officer will develop grantmaking strategies; identify prospective grantees; solicit, review and respond to grant proposals; and prepare recommendations for Foundation funding. In addition to developing the media, arts and culture agenda, the Program Officer is expected to contribute to the office's overall strategic direction for the region. The Program Officer will also collaborate with colleagues in the Foundation's other offices to advance a worldwide agenda around the Foundation's goals in the media, arts and culture fields. QUALIFICATIONS: A degree in the arts, humanities, media or other cultural disciplines (preferably an advanced degree); substantial professional experience in the arts, culture and the media; an understanding of program development and the ability to conceptualize programmatic ideas and strategies; strong managerial, organizational and interpersonal skills; excellent analytical and writing skills in English; and strong facilitating skills. Experience in West Africa is highly desirable, as is grant-making experience and proficiency in French. Salary is based on experience and on the Foundation's commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is provided. To apply for the position visit http://www.fordfound.org/employment or send full application materials (consisting of substantive cover letter, c.v., and a 5-20 page sole-authored writing sample in English) to Ms. E. Mbom at 320 E. 43rd St., New York, NY 10017, USA, by January 9, 2006. Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at the Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law. November 2005 ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Know an art & music fan? Make a donation in their honor this holiday season! http://us.click.yahoo.com/.6dcNC/.VHMAA/Zx0JAA/TpIolB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AfricanLanguages/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
