Recruitment in a new Media House in Kenya


A new media training and production company based in Nairobi but with pan-African ambitions, and run on strict ethical and professional principles, has 3 job openings.


Digital Media Producer & Researcher

Tasks: 
  • Manage websites and social media platforms; 
  • update and upload content; 
  • prepare presentations; 
  • research, gather, record and process material; 
  • write stories; 
  • moderate Online discussions; 
  • produce and edit audio-visual content; 
  • manage field reporters and their content.
Requirements:
  • Web savvy; 
  • good editorial judgment; 
  • excellent writing skills; 
  • creative flair; 
  • works fast under pressure and with minimal supervision; 
  • attention to detail; 
  • editing skills; 
  • reads widely and has good knowledge of African current affairs. 
  • IT skills and journalism background important but not mandatory. 
  • Fluent written and spoken Kiswahili, French or Arabic will be an added advantage.
Office Administrator

Tasks:
  • Manage office budget, resources, supplies and equipment; 
  • manage conference/training facilities, bookings and the MD’s diary; 
  • run errands; 
  • update and maintain company website including social media; 
  • take dictation, type reports; 
  • prepare presentations; 
  • host and manage trainees’ and visitors’ travel logistics; 
  • market the company and its business.
Requirements:
  • Pleasant, enthusiastic, energetic; 
  • works efficiently under pressure and with minimal supervision; 
  • analytical skills and attention to detail; 
  • strong planning and organisation skills; 
  • has basic accounting, marketing and PR skills; 
  • knowledge of African current affairs. 
  • Fluent written and spoken Kiswahili and French will be an added advantage.
Radio/TV Presenter & Researcher

Tasks:
  • Research, gather, record and process material for radio, TV and Online; 
  • Present radio/TV/Online shows; 
  • reporting, interview and scripting assignments.
Requirements:
  • Strong presentation skills; 
  • sound editorial judgment; 
  • excellent writing, research and reporting skills; 
  • good broadcast voice; 
  • has screen presence; 
  • reads widely and has good knowledge of African current affairs; 
  • creative flair; 
  • energetic and works well under pressure; 
  • Fluent written and spoken Kiswahili and French will be an added advantage. Previous experience is not essential. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.

Applications:

If you are interested in any of the above positions, please send a one-page letter with the job title in the heading, demonstrating how you meet the requirements plus an updated CV and passport photo to:

DN/A 1398
P.O Box 49010,00100
Nairobi
Deadline for applications is 14th November 2012