MILLENNIUM TELEVISION STATION

Zambia’s leading business, finance, and developmental Television station wish to recruit the services of a Station Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Superintend and guide operations of the station
• Present a workable strategic plan for the station to guide its operations
• Ensure all statutory obligations are met timely
• Ensure that Millennium Television continues to be the leader in the provision of up-to-date business and factual news.
• Work with news editor to ensure that all news bulletins are factual, accurate, balanced
• Ensure that all programs are well researched and articulated
• Work with news and current affairs editor to coordinate staff assignments
• Work with technical staff to ensure quality production
• Ensure there is a reliable filing system and ensure that all records are up to date
• Represent the Station at various fora and meetings
• Constantly monitor the station and make suggestions to improve the output and interaction with our listeners
• Work with marketing to increase revenue through program sponsorship and spot adverts
• Recommend training that enhances the profile and products from the station
• Any other duties assigned to you from time to time

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or better in journalism or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in Electronic Media
• Control room experience required
• Experience in news production and script review
• Live line producing and experience handling breaking news, a proven ability to work well under pressure and deadline
• Strong writing and production skills
• Outstanding judgment, critical and strategic thinking, organization skills, and an ability to be persistent yet diplomatic
• Field producing experience strongly suggested
• Must be able to work an extended schedule as the news cycle and deadlines required
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Works well with a team
• Exhibits strong problem-solving skills.
• Maintains a professional demeanor.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current media market trends.
• Exhibits familiarity with industry standards.
• Demonstrates ability to formulate and manage a realistic budget.
• Exhibits the ability to think both creatively and analytically.