Call for Proposal/ Terms of Reference (ToR): Trainer for Two One-Day Trainings on New Technologies, Digital Tools, and Forensics for Investigative Journalism in Zimbabwe
1. Background and Context The media landscape in Zimbabwe faces significant challenges, including limited access to reliable data, constrained resources in newsrooms, and inadequate technological infrastructure. Investigative journalists often lack the tools and skills to leverage new...
Research on AI and Ethical Considerations in Zimbabwean Newsrooms
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) is proud to present its latest research report, "AI and Ethical Considerations in Zimbabwean Newsrooms." This groundbreaking study delves into the opportunities and challenges posed by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism,...
Revised VMCZ Code of Conduct
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) is proud to announce the launch of its Revised Code of Conduct, a comprehensive update designed to address emerging trends and challenges in journalism. This updated code reflects our commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical journalism...
Call for Consultant: 2024 Media Complaints Report
Position: Media Complaints Report Consultant Contract Type: Consultancy Duty Station: Remote/Home-Based Contract Dates: December 2024 Duration of Contract: 05-10 working days Application Deadline: 22 November 2024 at 1600hrs. Description of the Organisation and Assignment VMCZ is a professional...
Call for Consultant: Development of an Animation on how to administer scorecards
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ), as part of the Partnership for Social Accountability (PSA) Alliance Project, is seeking a skilled and innovative animation studio or professional to develop a comprehensive and visually engaging educational/course animation that will provide a...
Call for Consultant: Development of an Animation on Social Accountability Reporting
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ), as part of the Partnership for Social Accountability (PSA) Alliance Project, is seeking a skilled and innovative animation studio or professional to create an engaging and informative educational animation for a course on Social Accountability...
VMCZ Honours Media Complaints Committee Chairperson Rtd. Justice Smith for Dedicated Service
The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) recently held a special ceremony to honour Rtd. Justice Smith, the Chairperson of its Media Complaints Committee, for his outstanding service and dedication as a member of the Media Complaints Handling Committee. The ceremony, attended by VMCZ Board...
Partnership for Social Accountability Alliance Newsletter
VMCZ, in partnership with Action Aid Zimbabwe, SAfAIDS, the Zimbabwe Smallholder Organic Farmers’ Forum, Basilwizi, and the Disaster and Environmental Management Trust, has been leading efforts to enhance governance and social accountability in Binga and Mutoko under the Partnership for Social...
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Call for Consultant: Research on State of Media Ethics and Professionalism in Zimbabwe
Introduction The Voluntary Media Council of Zimbabwe (VMCZ) is seeking a qualified and experienced consultant to conduct research on The State of Media Ethics and Professionalism in Zimbabwe. The objective of this research is to assess the current practices, challenges, and opportunities within...
