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 the Radio Services Department in line with market dynamics and KBC’s Corporate strategies, targets, obligations, regulations and approved procedures.
Specific Terms: Three (3) years renewable contract subject to good performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Setting Departmental goals, performance targets, positioning strategies and work plans for the Department in line with the Corporate Strategic Plan, Board and Management resolutions and other public interest, commercial and other strategic considerations
Interpreting and implementing 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 Department’s 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.
Responsible for compliance with KBC’s Content Policy and House Style
Conducting staff performance appraisals and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives in the Department
Responsible for the overall discipline and performance of staff in the Department.
Minimum Requirements:
Educational Requirements
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
Professional Requirements
Degree or Diploma in Radio Production, Mass Communication or Broadcast Journalism
Minimum Experience
Ten (10) years relevant working experience
Must have served in a senior position in a reputable radio station
Must be conversant with contemporary and future trends and dynamics of the broadcast media industry.
