Deadline- 11 October 2013
Thomson Reuters Foundation has announced Advanced Financial and Economic Reporting course for Senior journalists or editors in Africa. The objective of this program is to strengthen the understanding and skills, especially on the topics of capital flight and taxation stories, as well as the value of pursuing and including these in their media outlets. This course will be conducted in Johannesburg, South Africa starting from 11 November – 15 November 2013
The course focuses on improving coverage of national and international financial issues through detailed briefings, presentations by guest speakers and will include a reporting visit to a financial institution. In-depth discussions will explore ways of tackling subjects such as resource exploitation, economic governance and capital flight from developing countries. “Learning by doing” is a core part of the programme, which includes practical exercises and live reporting.
Benefits-
Thomson Reuters Foundation offers bursaries for journalists from the developing world/countries in political transition working for organisations with no resources for training. Bursaries would include economy class travel expenses, transfers and accommodation. This arrangement is subject to variation.
Eligibility & Criteria-
Experienced, senior journalists or in a editor position may apply. Applicants must be English-speaking professional journalists in Africa who are currently working as journalists or regular contributors to print, broadcast or online media organisations in English. They must be able to demonstrate a commitment to a career in journalism in their country, must have at least five years’ professional experience and have a good level in spoken and written English.
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