TV Programmes Manager
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a
State Corporation committed to excellence in broadcast services to our
audience, customers and the public. Its aim is to inform, educate and entertain
the public through Radio and Television services. The Corporation wishes to
fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, self-driven and
results-oriented professionals to achieve its corporate objectives.
Responsibilities:
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Planning, co-coordinating and
controlling the production and operation of TV channels
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Initiation, formulation and
implementation of Televison Programme policies.
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Initiation, interpretation and
implementation of National Policies and Commercials through Television
Programmes
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Developing attractive program
schedules to ensure growth in audience and maintaining required high quality
services
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Consistent identification of
communication solutions, needs and opportunities for the TV channels
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Working with local and international
partners to provide a wide spectrum of programming and arranging for
co-production with other organizations
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Driving growth through acquisition of
new programs and retention of existing programs by implementing effective
retention plans
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Managing the implementation of all
promotional/programming activities of the TV channels
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Participating in high level
engagement/presentation at Board and Management level to foster good relations
and aid in faster decision making on schedule proposed
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Preparing reports on statistical
indicators on the performance of the TV channels as required
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Managing, directing and evaluating
the performance of a team of producers, programmers and designers to follow
through the departmental strategy
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Advising the Corporation on all
Television Programme matters.
Qualifications
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Bachelor of Arts degree in
Communication, Broadcast Journalism, Social Sciences or its equivalent from a
recognized institution
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Master’s degree in the relevant field
will be an added advantage.
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Professional Requirements
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Diploma in TV Production, Mass
Communication or Broadcast Journalism.
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Minimum Experience
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Ten (10) years working experience in
a broadcasting/media environment
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Must have served in a managerial
position in TV production/programming for three (3) or served as a Sectional
Head or its equivalent for at least seven (7) years in a reputable
broadcasting/ media organization
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Must be conversant with contemporary
and future trends and dynamics of broadcast media industry
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Good leadership, managerial and
interpersonal skills
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High integrity and ability to work
without close supervision
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Must be computer literate.
How to Apply
Applications addressed to the undersigned must be received on or before 31st October, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Applications addressed to the undersigned must be received on or before 31st October, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
KENYA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
P.O. BOX 30456-00100
NAIROBI.
Interested candidates who meet the
above criteria must submit a detailed updated CV; copies of relevant
certificates/testimonials; application/cover letter demonstrating how they
qualify for the relevant position; and names /contact information & email
addresses for three (3) referees.KENYA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
P.O. BOX 30456-00100
NAIROBI.