East African Community
Applications
are invited from suitably qualified citizens of the East African Community
(Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) for the following Non Established
Post tenable at the EAC Secretariat Arusha, Tanzania.
Audio Visual Communication
Expert
Grade: Equivalent to EAC P1 Staff Grade
Directorate: Office of the Secretary General
Department: Corporate Communication and Public
Affairs
Reports to: Principal Information and Public
Relations Officer
Duration of employment: 1 year
1.1. Main purpose of the job
Reporting
to the Head of Department, the Audio Visual Communication Expert will implement
the EAC Audio-Visual communication work plan.
The
successful candidate will be involved in the day-to-day Audio-visual production
and performing a variety of tasks and work with audio, video and lighting
equipment, with the ultimate goal of producing professional video presentations
that clearly communicates the EAC integration agenda.
This
position is an excellent future opportunity to be part of the growing Corporate
Communications and Public Affairs Department at the EAC Secretariat.
1.2 Major Tasks / Responsibilities
(i) To set
up an Audio-Visual Unit at the EAC Communication Department.
(ii) To
prepare, plan, and operate audio-visual equipment aids for use in the EAC
Sensitization and outreach programmes. Will also record, catalogue, and file
audio-visual EAC visual materials.
(iii) To be
responsible for video production for both news and archive materials and
distribute the materials to TV stations across the EAC region through the FTP
Servers.
(iv) To
upload audio-visual EAC visual materials on You tube.
(v) To
produce EAC documentaries which will highlight the tangible achievements of the
EAC integration and various activities undertaken, as well as advice on how
best the documentary materials could be used effectively.
(vi) To
advise on creation of EAC FTP Server which will act as a link through which the
Audio-Visual materials can be shared across the Media Houses in the region. In
addition to connect FTP Servers of all TV stations across the region to that of
EAC Communication Department.
(vii) To eventually
set up a mini TV recording studio for talk shows on EAC integration issues.
1.3 Education
- Diploma in Journalism and Public Relations and Certificate in Photography and Audio-Visual Technology required.
- Bachelor Degree in Journalism and Public Relations and
- Additional training in live broadcasting/audio visuals etc will be an added advantage.
1.4 Work Experience
- Minimum 5 years of live event field experience.
- Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to prioritize and multitask, and work collaboratively across the EAC Organs.
1.5 Skills
and Competencies
(i) Languages
- English.
- Kiswahili and French is an added advantage.
(ii) Other skills required:
- Knowledge of technical theory of Audio-Visual communication,
- Advanced problem solving skills,
- Ability to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot computer networks, hardware, and software applications,
- Excellent customer service skills proven through demonstrated ability to interact well with people and help others,
- Intermediate to advanced technical knowledge of Audio, Video, Projection, Computer and Lighting equipment,
- Advanced problem solving skills,
- Portrays a polished professional image to meet company dress code requirements,
- Must be able to lift 50lbs, and
- Ability and willingness to work outside of business hours, and weekends if required
Terms and
Conditions of Service
This is a
non-established project position tenable at the EAC Secretariat Headquarters
based in Arusha, Tanzania and supported by EAC Partnership Fund.
The above
position will be subjected to the EAC quota system.
How to Apply
Download
EAC Job Application Format from the EAC website
Interested
candidates should submit their applications by registered mail, courier
service, e-mail or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of both
academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of
three referees, and day time telephone contact to:
The
Secretary General
East
African Community
P. O. Box
1096
Arusha -
Tanzania.
Fax No: 007
27 2502455/2504481
E-mail:
vacancies@eachq.org
To be
received not later than Friday 13th September 2013
Female
Candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
The East
African Community will only respond to those candidates who meet its requirements.