The Role
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Radio Programmes Manager will be responsible for developing, directing and controlling the vision, mission, goals, strategies, policies and processes for Radio Department in line with radio market dynamics and KBC Corporate strategies, targets, obligations, regulations and approved procedures.
Specific Terms:Three (3) years renewable contract based on positive performance output.
Responsibilities for the Radio Programmes Manager Job
Setting Departmental goals, performance targets, positioning strategies and work plans for the Department in line with Corporate strategic plan, Board and Management resolutions and other public interest, commercial and listener strategic considerations
Interpreting and enforcing Corporate goals and strategies within the Department
Formulating and implementing approved Radio programmes and Radio Stations strategic plans
Principal accounting and advising officer on all radio matters within the Department
Budgeting and Accounting for the Departmental expenditure
Facilitating Radio broadcasts and programme services
Formulating and implementing approved Radio Services proposals, concepts, pilots and programmes based on budget projections, value and relevance of the idea, its conformity to Editorial policy and station style as well as availability of required resources
Conducting staff performance appraisals and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives in the Department
Responsible for the overall discipline and performance of staff in the Department.
Requirements for the Radio Programmes Job
Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Broadcast Journalism, Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
Diploma in Radio Production, Mass Communication or Broadcast Journalism
Ten (10) years working experience. Must have served in the position of Assistant Radio Programmes Manager or its equivalent for at least three (3) years; OR as Station Manager or its equivalent for a period of five (5) years or its equivalent in a reputable broadcast media organization of similar size to KBC
Must be conversant with contemporary and future trends and dynamics of broadcast media industry.
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