Thursday, February 28, 2013

CITAM Radio Presenter job in Kenya - Activate

RADIO PRESENTER - ACTIVATE

JOB SUMMARY 
Radio Presenters are the voice of the Station. The job involves preparation, production, presentation of programmes and interaction with the listenership. The presenter should inform, activate, educate and provide spiritual nourishment to the listener.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES

1.        Development of programme ideas and content, writing of scripts and preparation of programme plan in line with the Hope FM Programming & Music Policy. 
2.        Presentation of programmes as per allocated schedules and management of the process and studio when on duty.
3.        Researching topics and background information to enhance programme presentation.
4.        Liaising with other members of the production and technical teams

5.        Be available for Hope FM location and /or CSR events
6.        Source for contributors, invite and host local and international music artists.
7.        Attend programmes planning meetings and review programme with Head of Programmes
8.        Producing and making use of user-generated content e.g. vox pops during Broadcast
9.         Playing music on play list.
10.      Providing links between items and programmes.
11.      Eliciting and responding to listener comments.
12.      Review of the programme schedule and make sure commercials and promotions are as scheduled.
13.      Perform any other duties & responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by Management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual competence
It is to be understood that this is actually a ministry much like the pulpit ministry of a Pastor, this time using Radio. A high level of spiritual maturity and personal integrity is therefore required.  Included in this is also a grip on scriptures and the application of the same to daily life situations. Consistency in all Christian disciplines like private and public prayer, fasting, tithing, fellowship and the rest is pivotal.

Level of Education/Academic Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following:
Media/Communication Studies, Drama/Performing Arts, International Relations or Journalism

Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
Post-graduate Diploma in Communication. Professional experience in the Media industry would be an advantage.

RELEVANT COMPETENCIES
Should demonstrate high levels of creativity and innovation
Should have a voice that radiates confidence, assurance, energy, joy, hope, maturity and empathy
Be able to communicate spiritual truths clearly yet keep the line between a radio presenter and a preacher
The morning show presenter must be at his best working in the morning hours
Must be gifted in public prayer and intercession
An appreciation of the role of praise and worship
Excellent communication skills and public speaking; ability to communicate well in English and Kiswahili
Awareness of Media Law

To apply for this position interested and qualified applicants should visit http://www.citam.org


Fill the online applications form and attach,
Detailed CV to be received by close of business on Friday, 8th March 2013.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.