RADIO STATION MANAGER
Listing reference: nwu_000646
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 23 April 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Media and Information
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY
FACULTY/ DIVISION: PC STUDENT LIFE
POSITION NUMBER: P0001237
VACANCY: RADIO STATION MANAGER
PEROMNES GRADE: P9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To take responsibility for the Potchefstroom Campus Radio Station and ensure the broadcasting of a variety
of quality programmes on a 24-hour basis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. DEVELOPMENT AND APROVAL OF QUALITY PROGRAMMES:
· Use outcomes of research conducted to develop relevant programmes according to the listeners’ needs.
· Conduct research on target audience.
2. MANAGING RADIO STATION STAFF:
· Ensure the appointment of presenters and newsreaders.
· Conduct and oversee training and management of co-workers (student volunteers as well as volunteer team leaders).
· Conduct weekly meetings.
· Oversee the availability of presenters for each programme.
3. DEVELOP RADIO STATION TO BE SELF-SUSTAINABLE:
· Implement a third-stream income business model.
· Liaise with companies and other industries to secure advertisements and generate income for the Radio Station.
· Manage the income generated responsibly.
· Maintain / increase the listenership of the Radio Station.
4. ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH REGUALTIONS:
· Manage the station according to the regulations laid down by ICASA and SAMRO and other regulatory bodies.
· Responsible for the renewal of the Campus Radio license.
5. MARKETING THE RADIO STATION:
· Conduct events and marketing campaigns that promote a healthy Student Life, academic success, and personal growth.
· Oversee and manage all physical marketing and branding materials of the Radio Station.
· Communicate and liaise with student structures.
6. MANAGEMENT OF WAPAD:
· Operational management and overseeing of NWU Potchefstroom Campus newspaper, including volunteer management and financial planning and management.
Minimum requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Management, or related fields is essential.
· 4 years of experience in the development of Radio Stations and programmes.
· Experience in conducting and overseeing training and management of co-workers (student volunteers as well as volunteer team leaders).
· 4 years of experience in management of teams (management of students and skills development platforms) will be an advantage.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to plan and develop quality Radio Station programmes which respond to the needs of the listeners – have knowledge of the radio market, different stations, and programme style.
· Ability to use different software packages relating to broadcasting, production, and music scheduling.
· Good writing skills for the Radio Station.
· Knowledge of applicable ethics and industry regulations around radio broadcast.
· Knowledge of technical aspects of broadcasting equipment.
· Ability to coach and develop talent in others.
· Knowledge of marketing and advertising within the radio industry will be an advantage.
· Good communication skills (verbal and written).
· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
· Experience in a higher education environment will be an advantage.
· Good financial management skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to work under pressure.
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
· Conflict management skills.
· Time management skills.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr S.C Rheeder on 018 299 2830
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Yvette Lamprecht – Yvette.Lamprecht@nwu.ac.za
CLOSING DATE: 22 April 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
