Manager (Technical Services)
RE:
TECH/01/07/2019
The Role
Reporting
to the Managing Director, the Manager – Technical Services will be responsible
for facilitating high quality maintenance of radio and television broadcasts,
broadcast equipment/systems and related facilities owned or operated by KBC;
supporting the daily production and operations of the KBC radio and television
network, including audio and video production, staff support and training,
on-air studio operations and automation systems; and also overseeing the
strategic direction of broadcast technologies and systems, their acquisition,
deployment, use and post-implementation.
Specific Terms
Three
(3) years contract of employment renewable subject to good performance output.
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.
Responsibilities
·
Management of KBC broadcast and
technical services resources; planning for their acquisition, implementation,
operation and optimal utilization
·
Overseeing the strategic development
and improvement of broadcasting systems, as well as their commissioning,
maintenance and/or decommissioning
·
Planning and scheduling of all
activities in Technical Services Department and ensuring they are promptly
completed within specified deadlines and budgets
·
Preparation and approval of technical
services specifications to be used in the procurement of the required technical
engineering facilities
·
Ensuring efficient, effective and
timely implementation of technical engineering projects in the Department
·
Development, implementation and
review of technical services policies, procedures, standards and work plans
·
Conducting staff performance
appraisals and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives in the
Department
·
Responsible for the overall
discipline and performance of staff in the Department
·
Preparing budgets for Technical
Services Department
·
Monitoring and optimizing the
performance of technical engineering facilities.
Qualifications
Educational and Professional Requirements
·
Bachelor of Science degree in
Telecommunication, Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Broadcast Engineering
or its equivalent from a recognized institution
·
Master’s degree in the relevant field
will be an added advantage
·
Must be a registered member of the
Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or any other recognized Engineering Body
at the level of Professional Engineer or Graduate Engineer.
Minimum Experience
·
At least eight (8) years practical
experience in a broadcasting/media environment
·
Must be conversant with media
legislation, digital broadcast, multimedia /web services, convergence of
technologies and technological trends in the broadcasting industry
·
Must have worked in a managerial
position for at least three (3) years while overseeing the operations of key
systems in a similar organization
·
Demonstrable high standard of
professional competence and requisite administrative ability required for
direction and coordination of planning, development and maintenance of
engineering technical facilities
·
Good communication and interpersonal
skills
·
Creativity and innovation
·
Must be computer literate.
Internal Audit Manager
RE:
AUD/01/07/2019: SS BE 1
The Role
Reporting
to the Managing Director with a dotted functional line to the Audit Committee
of the Board, the Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for evaluating
business practices, compliance with policies, procedures, systems of control,
and supervision and co-ordination of the Internal Audit function in the
Corporation.
Specific Terms
Three
(3) years contract of employment renewable subject to good performance output.
Remuneration
An
attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.
Responsibilities
·
Formulating and executing annual
audit work plans
·
Issuing on a timely basis, periodic
Audit reports to the Audit Committee of the Board and Management, and following
up on implementation of audit recommendations
·
Evaluating the soundness, adequacy,
effectiveness and maintenance of: –
(a)
Internal Controls,
(b)
Management Policies,
(c)
Information Systems,
(d)
Accounting Procedures,
(e)
Regulations and Systems,
(f)
Audit Procedures, guidelines and Techniques
·
Evaluating the reliability and
integrity of accounting, financial and operating information
·
Evaluating Information, Communication
and Technology (ICT) systems and computer operations
·
Serving as Secretary to Audit
Committee of the Board
·
Maintenance of high auditing
standards
·
Responsible for the overall
discipline, performance appraisal, development and supervision of staff in the
Internal Audit Unit
·
Assigning and supervising operational
as well as investigative audits
·
Liaising with External Auditors to
achieve a comprehensive audit of the Corporation activities
·
Overseeing efficient and effective
utilization of the Audit Unit budget.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
·
At least a Bachelor’s Degree in
Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Economics from a recognized
University
·
A Master’s degree (MBA / MSc in
Finance /Accounting or its equivalent) from a recognized University will be an
added advantage.
Professional Requirements
·
CPA (K) / ACCA or any other
recognized equivalent professional qualification
·
CISA / CIA qualification will be an
added advantage
·
Computer proficiency
·
Must be a registered member of ICPAK
or Institute of Internal Auditors.
Minimum Experience
·
At least seven (7) years working
experience with five (5) of which must be at management level with a reputable
organization
·
Have good communication,
interpersonal and analytical skills
·
Auditing, investigative, leadership
and report writing skills.
How to Apply
Interested
candidates who meet the above criteria must submit a detailed updated CV;
copies of relevant certificates/testimonials; national identity card/passport;
application/cover letter demonstrating how they qualify for the relevant position;
and names /contact information & email addresses of three (3) referees
familiar with your qualifications, work experience, competence, character and
integrity.
Applications
addressed to the undersigned must be received on or before 30th July, 2019. Only
shortlisted candidates will be notified. Canvassing in any form will lead to
automatic disqualification.Those who had applied earlier for the re-advertised
positions need not re-apply.
‘’KBC
is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity
within the organization’’.
MANAGING
DIRECTOR
KENYA
BROADCASTING CORPORATION
P.O.
BOX 30456-00100
NAIROBI.