Controller of Programmes at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)

RE: TVD/01/10/2021 

The Role:

Reporting to the Television Programmes Manager, the job holder(s) will be responsible for coordinating the production of all local content, and liaising with programming and design to attain high quality content for the Corporation.

 Key Responsibilities:                                                                                 

• Planning, coordinating and managing content on the Channel’s operations
• Conceiving, validating and implementing the Channel’s growth strategy
• Developing programme schedules and talents to attract and retain audiences
• Preparing performance reports and updating management on onwards trends and taking initiatives to drive numbers
• Managing, mentoring, guiding and appraising staff attached to the Channel
• Initiating, interpreting and implementing approved management policies and decisions.

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 area of specialization from a recognized institution will be an added advantage

Professional Requirements

• Diploma in TV Production, Mass Communication or Broadcast Journalism
• Must be a member of a registered and regulated professional body
• A high level of computer proficiency

Minimum Experience

• At least six (6) years of work experience in TV Production with at least three (3) years in a supervisory position
• Good understanding of the media industry
• Creativity and innovativeness
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Self driven and a strong team player
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.