Recruitment by KBC, Nairobi, Kenya

Presenter
RE: RD/01/09/2019: – (NOSIM FM (1 POST) & KITWEK FM (1 POST)
The Role
Reporting to the Station Manager, the Presenter/Producer will take part in all areas of programme production including concept development, programme research script-writing and presentation.
 Responsibilities

·         Undertaking research and background work for live on–air programmes and events
·         Developing creative concepts, show formats adlib notes, music playlists, scripts and voice overs for live programmes
·         Presenting radio shows and coordinating live commentaries
·         Conducting interviews, narration and production of programmes
·         Translating, voicing and uploading stories in readiness for transmission on news programmes
·         Transmitting and refreshing station idents, sweepers and other on–air promotional materials
Qualifications
·         Degree /Diploma in Radio production /Broadcast Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognized institution.
·         KCSE grade C Plain and above
·         At least two years on-air experience
·         Certificate of Good Conduct
Other Competences
·         In-depth understanding of the Maasai and Kalenjin cultures and fluent in either languages respectively
·         Mastery of journalistic ethics & media
·         Wide knowledge of various music genres
·         Strong on-line and social media skills
·         Conversant with broadcast software packages
·         Good ICT skills
·         Good interpersonal skills
·         Good public relations skills

On–Air Presenter (3 Posts)

The Role
Reporting to the Station Manager, the Presenter/Producer will take part in all areas of programme production including concept development, programme research script-writing and presentation.
Responsibilities
·         Undertaking research and background work for live on–air programmes and events
·         Developing creative concepts, show formats, adlib notes, music playlists, scripts and voice overs for live programmes
·         Presenting radio shows and coordinating live commentaries
·         Conducting interviews, narration and production of programmes
·         Translating, voicing and uploading stories in readiness for transmission on news programmes
·         Transmitting and refreshing station idents, sweepers and other on–air promotional materials
Qualifications
·         Degree /Diploma in Radio production /Broadcast Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognized institution.
·         KCSE grade C Plain and above
·         At least one year on-air experience
Other Competences
·         Fluent in the Swahili language
·         In-depth understanding of the Swahili Culture
·         Mastery of journalistic ethics & media
·         Wide knowledge of various music genres
·         Strong on-line and social media skills
·         Conversant with broadcast software packages
·         Good ICT skills
·         Good interpersonal skills
·         Good public relations skills
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications and criteria, please submit a detailed updated CV; copies of relevant certificates/testimonials; application/cover letter and names/contact information for three (3) referees.
Applications addressed to the undersigned must be received on or before 14th October 2019. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
KENYA BROADCASTING CORPORATION
P. O. BOX 30456-00100
NAIROBI.
‘’KBC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities and the Marginalized are encouraged to apply.’’