My Connect TV Media
Job
Vacancy: Station
Manager
Job
Description
My
Connect TV Media is looking for a customer service-oriented individual to
manage our Nairobi and Nakuru stations.
As
station manager, you will be responsible for the overall operation of the
station, including technical, safety, security, customer service, maintenance,
and cleanliness.
You
will also be responsible for managing a team of employees and ensuring that
they are providing the best possible service to our customers.
The
ideal candidate for this position will have experience managing a team of
people, as well as experience in customer service in the Broadcasting Media
industry.
Key
Duties & Responsibilities
· Ensure that all day-to-day operations of the station are running smoothly and efficiently
· Oversee
a team of employees, assigning tasks and shifts, and ensuring that everyone is
working together harmoniously
· Handle
customer complaints and concerns in a professional and timely manner
· Maintain
excellent communication with upper management, keeping them updated on the
status of the station
· Stay
up-to-date on industry news and developments, as well as changes in company
policy
· Ensure
that the station is compliant with all local, county, and national regulations
· Keep
the station clean and organized, both inside and out
· Manage
the budget for the station, making sure that all expenses are accounted for
with invoices and receipts captured both in hard and soft copies
· Negotiate
contracts with vendors and suppliers on behalf of the station and keep proper
contract management system for tracking ability.
· Develop
and implement marketing and promotional campaigns for the station
· Plan
and execute special events at the station
· Switching
Live content and replay content, both manually and utilizing automation
· Focused
positive decision-making to ensure excellent live-to-live-to-switch.
· Coordinate,
troubleshoot, and escalate any operational or technical issues.
· Collaborate
and liaise with internal/external clients.
· Ensure
seamless delivery of playout in accordance with the daily schedules
· Excellent
communication skills and influencing skills, capable of adopting a range of
styles
Key
Skills and Qualifications
· Experience
required:
· Experience
in producing content for either online, radio or television
· Desired
experience in using industry standard audio and/or video editing tools
including audio editing software (Adobe Audition) and Final Cut Pro, or
similar.
· Ability
to produce, write, edit and preferably post produce audio visual content for
Television, social media and digital channels
· Career
experience in broadcast media TV operations.
· Knowledge
of the Presentation TV environment, Automation and Workflows.
· Attention
to detail, methodical decision making and responsive attitude.
· Ability
to work well in a close team and supportive environment.
· Experience
managing multiple tasks and priorities.
· Comfortable
with shift work that is a 24/7 roster with various shift lengths.
· Previous
working in a LIVE switching environment
· Experience
collaborating with, and managing on-air talent to achieve goals of the business
· An
understanding of legal compliance issues relating to audio broadcasts,
including the assessment of risk around legal and PR outcomes
· Demonstrated
expertise in narrative construction and creative storytelling
· Contributes
to creating a team environment which fosters innovation and creativity
· Is able
to adapt style/output to optimise results depending on the intended audience
· Excellent
communication skills and influencing skills, capable of adopting a range of
styles
· Proven
track record of success in managing people and projects
· Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
· Strong
organizational and time-management skills
· Ability
to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
· Experience
in the broadcasting industry
· Familiarity
with Communication Authority of Kenya (CAK) regulations
· Working
knowledge of broadcast equipment and software
Qualifications
required:
· Bachelor’s
degree in business, communications, or related field.
· A
masters degree in business, communication or related field will be an
advantage.
· 5+
years experience in a leadership role, with at least 3 years in a management
capacity
How to
Apply
If
you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and
experience; please send your Cover Letter & CV only quoting the job title
on the email subject (Station Manager) to hr@myconnecttv.co.ke before 25th
January, 2023
