KBC Manager - Technical Services - Jobs in Kenya

KBC Manager - Technical Services - Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a State Corporation established under the KBC Act (Cap. 221) and operating under the Ministry of

Information, Communications and Technology. The Corporation is 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 services, Television services and other Digital Media platforms.

The Corporation wishes to fill the following vacant position with dynamic, self-driven and results-oriented professionals to achieve its
corporate objectives.

Qualified internal/external candidates are encouraged to apply. Those who had applied earlier for the re-advertised positions need not re-apply.

The Role

Reporting to the Managing Director with a dotted functional line to the Audit Committee of the Board, the Internal Audit Manager will be
responsible for evaluating business practices, compliance with policies, procedures, systems of control, and supervision and co-ordination of the Internal Audit function in the Corporation.

Specific Terms:

  • Three (3) years contract of employment renewable subject to good
    performance output.

    Remuneration:
  • An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

    Key Responsibilities:
  • Management of KBC broadcast and technical services resources; planning for their acquisition, implementation, operation and optimal utilization
  • Overseeing the strategic development and improvement of broadcasting systems, as well as their commissioning, maintenance and/or decommissioning
  • Planning and scheduling of all activities in Technical Services Department and ensuring they are promptly completed within specified deadlines and budgets
  • Preparation and approval of technical services specifications to be used in the procurement of the required technical engineering facilities
  • Ensuring efficient, effective and timely implementation of technical engineering projects in the Department
  • Development, implementation and review of technical services policies, procedures, standards and work plans
  • Conducting staff performance appraisals and coordinating continuous improvement initiatives in the Department
  • Responsible for the overall discipline and performance of staff in the Department
  • Preparing budgets for Technical Services Department
  • Monitoring and optimizing the performance of technical engineering facilities.

    Educational and Professional Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunication, Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Broadcast Engineering or its
    equivalent from a recognized institution
  • Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
  • Must be a registered member of the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or any other recognized Engineering Body at the level of Professional Engineer or Graduate Engineer.

    Minimum Experience
  • At least eight (8) years practical experience in a broadcasting/media environment
  • Must be conversant with media legislation, digital broadcast, multimedia /web services, convergence of technologies and technological trends in the broadcasting industry
  • Must have worked in a managerial position for at least three (3) years while overseeing the operations of key systems in a similar organization
  • Demonstrable high standard of professional competence and requisite administrative ability required for direction and coordination of planning, development and maintenance of engineering technical facilities
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creativity and innovation

    How to Apply
  • Interested candidates who meet the above criteria must submit a detailed updated CV; copies of relevant certificates/testimonials; national identity card/passport; application/cover letter demonstrating how they qualify for the relevant position; and names /contact information & email addresses of three (3) referees familiar with your qualifications, work experience, competence, character and integrity.
  • Applications addressed to the undersigned must be received on or before 30th July, 2019.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
  • Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Those who had applied earlier for the re-advertised positions need not re-apply.
  • ‘’KBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity within the organization’’.
  • Managing Director
  • Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
  • P.o. Box 30456-00100
  • Nairobi.
  • For more information and job application details, see; KBC Manager - Technical Services - Jobs in Kenya

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