Assistant Director, TV Producer/Director

The Kenya Institute of Education (KIE) wishes to recruit qualified professionals for the following vacant positions: 

Assistant Director, TV Producer/Director

KIE Scale 12 (1 Post)

The Assistant Director, TV Producer/Director will be responsible to the Deputy Director Electronic and Emerging Media for production and directing of television programmes.

a) Duties and Responsibilities

1. Formulate the station goals, policies and procedures;
2. Coordinate production work for the Educational television channel;
3. Prepare annual work plan and budget;
4. Plan and supervise television production activities and personnel;
5. Initiate programme production partnerships and sponsorship;
6. Ensure compliance with national and international regulations and guidelines in broadcasting; and
7. Induct, train and supervise staff.

b) Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:

1. Either Masters degree in Communications/Media studies/ Education, Broadcast journalism, or related field from a recognized institution and three (3 ) years experience in TV production/directing OR Bachelors Degree in Communication/Media Studies/Broadcast Journalism or related field and five (5) years extensive experiences in TV production/directing in a reputable broadcasting house at a supervisory level;
2. Knowledge of the Kenyan curricular or Educational Television;
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
4. Ability to adhere to strict deadlines;
5. Knowledge of broadcast regulations, rules and guidelines as well as technical and production standards;
6. Initiative, be a team player and self motivated; and
7. Proficiency in computer use and applications.

Interested applicants should forward copies of their application letter, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, up-to-date curriculum vitae and ID card to the address below to be received not later than 14th November 2012.  

All applicants should give full details of their address including mobile telephone numbers as well as names and addresses of two referees.

The Director/Chief Executive,
Kenya Institute of Education,
P.O. Box 30231-00100
Nairobi

info@kie.ac.ke for online applications
NB: Kenya Institute of Education is an equal opportunity employer.