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The REGIONAL EXTERNAL PROGRAMS has an opening for the position of ASSITANT DIRECTOR OF JOURNALISM TRAINING PROGRAM / NEWS ROOM MANAGER * , above grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply in writing to the Human Resources Department (Employment Section) not later than December 15, 2008.

I. Basic Functions:

Manages, coordinates, supervises and evaluates as directed all functions and activities related to the Journalism Training Program including but not limited to planning and organizing workshops.

II. Minimum Requirements:

a.  BA degree in journalism, mass communication, public relations or similar field with minimum five years of directly related experience.
b.  Excellent command of English and Arabic(written and oral).
c.  Excellent familiarity with hardware and software across platforms (Windows and Macintosh).
d.  Excellent project management skills.
e.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
f.  Experience in higher education and understanding of the Arab World preferred.

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.