RADIO STATION MANAGER
Listing reference: nwu_000380
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 18 January 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Journalism and Writing
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Permanent
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)
DIVISION: STUDENT LIFE
POSITION NUMBER: M000480
POSITION NAME: RADIO STATION MANAGER
PEROMNES GRADE: 9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To manage the day-to-day operations of the Radio Station by ensuring that quality and relevant programs are developed and broadcasted in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Management, or related fields is essential.
- Four (4) years experience in the Development of Radio stations and programmes and a high level of involvement in the Management of students and staff is essential.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to plan and develop quality Radio Station programmes to 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.
- 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
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
To develop and approve quality programmes
- Use the outcome of research conducted on listenership to develop relevant programmes according to the listeners’ needs and support the teaching and learning programmes of NWU.
To manage the staff of the Radio Station
- Ensure the appointment of presenters and newsreaders,
- Conduct training of staff,
- Conduct weekly meetings with staff, and Oversee the availability of presenters for each programme.
To ensure the Radio Station’s financial sustainability
- Liaise with companies and other industries to secure advertisements to generate income for the station,
- Manage income generated responsibly,
- Maintain/increase the listenership of the Radio Station.
To ensure compliance with regulations
- Manage the Radio Station according to the regulations laid down by ICASA and SAMRO,
- Responsibility for the renewal of the Campus radio license.
To market the Radio Station
- Conduct events and marketing campaigns that promote a healthy Student Life, academic success and personal growth,
- Keep a branding kit for marketing purposes such as roll-up banners, A-frames and feather banners,
- 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: Mr Jimmy Molautsi at 018 389 2156
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Janine Da Gama at Janine.DaGama@nwu.ac.za
CLOSING DATE: 18 January 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 March 2022
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 the 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.
