Kenyatta University Editor in Chief Job

Kenyatta University Editor in Chief Job

Career Opportunities in a Fast Growing Institution

Kenyatta University seeks to recruit competent and dedicated applicants to fill up the following positions.

Kenyatta University Television and Radio Services (KUTV&RS)

Editor in Chief

Purpose of the Job: In this stimulating and exciting role, he/she will work to implement the editorial and strategic line of the channel for both Kenyatta University TV and Radio services.

He/she will supervise a multidisciplinary, International team including journalists (permanent and freelancers), producers, cutters, sound engineers, production assistant, and others.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Media Communication, Journalism or English language from a recognized University
• Masters Degree in the relevant area will be an added advantage
• At least five (5) years experience in the industry
• Experience of journalistic activities on the ground and in programme production (TV news or magazines ideally)
• Experience of management and supervising multidisciplinary teams
• Expert in managing time and completing the given task within the decided time frame
• Very good general knowledge
• Active member of media professional bodies
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili

Operations:

• Definition, orientation and follow-up management of KU TV and Radio news items from conception to broadcasting, in liaison with the relevant departments
• Control and editorial follow-up of programs and establishment of priorities
• Work on formats and training the team on writing, filming and producing items
• Participation in the creation and in the implementation of new programs and special projects on air and on digital platforms
• Execution and follow-up of sponsorship contracts
• Participation in the overall development of the channel in conjunction with the Heads of Department concerned
• Representation of the channel during editorial meetings with production partners
• Consultation with the Sales team and the Creative Solutions Department for the creation and development of sponsored programs

Qualities:

• Energetic, business oriented
• Good interpersonal skills, talent for communication and negotiation
• Analytical mind
• Good organization skills
• Quick thinker, ability to take initiatives
• Authority, rigor, self-control 

How to Apply

The application letter should give full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants and Referees should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)
Kenyatta University
P. O. Box 43844 – 00100
NairobiApplications and letters from the referees should be received not later than, Tuesday, 16th June 2015

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.