JOB DETAILS:
ACME is undertaking research that seeks to document the factors, actors, behaviours, trends, developments, issues and influences that have shaped Uganda’s journalism and news media landscape, including the state of media freedom, by compiling, synthesizing, and making sense of all available information and evidence to provide a comprehensive and current snapshot of the sector.
The significance of this study is based on the fact that the journalism and news media landscape, the media consumption patterns and the regulatory regime are fast changing, necessitating empirical evidence that tracks contemporary trends in the industry. This study is both important and timely because it will collect and analyse the most recent information about the industry and interpret it through the lenses of journalists, editors, newsroom leaders, media owners, regulators, trainers and audiences.
Objective
ACME is seeking the services of an Associate Researcher to assist in researching, documenting and mapping the state of Uganda’s media landscape. The results of the study will support evidence-based programming, advocacy, civic engagement, public dialogue, as well as capacity and professional development initiatives.

Scope of the assignment
The Associate Researcher will:
1. Work under the direction of the Principal Researcher to implement the research plan developed to generate information and data that will feed into the State of Uganda’s Media Landscape report 2024.
2. Assist the Principal Researcher to prepare a comprehensive high-quality State of Uganda’s Media Landscape Report 2024.

3. Work with the Principal Researcher to process the research results into content for complementary information and knowledge products in appropriate formats.
4. Support the Principal Researcher to ensure efficient delivery of the assignment.
Duration
This study will be conducted and completed between January and June 2025.

Tasks and deliverables
1. Participate in a media research agenda workshop that will guide the focus and direction of the research.
2. Contribute to the concept note that will lay out a detailed roadmap for the research.

3. Participate in the inception meeting that will validate the concept note.
4. Collect information and gather data in line with the research plan provided by the Principal Researcher.

5. Contribute to the draft report and participate in its validation.
6. Contribute to the final report.
7. Assist in preparing content or material generated from the research for assorted information and knowledge products.

Payment
Competitive and based on market rates, qualifications and experience.

Minimum qualifications
1. A basic degree in journalism, media,  communication or a related field from a recognised university or institution of higher learning.
2. Understanding of Uganda’s media landscape.
3. Practical experience in applying media and/or social research techniques.
4. Writing and analytical proficiency as attested to by two written works for which you are the sole author.

Interested candidates should visit our website i.e www.mukwano.com , go to the career page and upload the Cover letter, CV and Academic Credentials stating the Job Ref No. in the subject line. All attachments should be submitted as a single PDF document.