Programme Acceptance Administrator at Africa Magic

Job description
CONTEXT
External factors which will influence the work environment taking future conditions and strategic requirements into account:

•     Business environment
•     Dynamic organization
•     Policies and Procedures
•     Fast-paced and constantly changing environment

CUSTOMERS
External individuals or groups as well as individuals or groups within the organization to whom products, services, programme and information is provided.

•     Broadcast Complaints Commission and regulatory bodies across Africa
•     Internal Censorship Board (ICB)
•     M-Net Africa Magic Programming Units
•     Broadcast Services
•     On-Air department
•     M-Net and MultiChoice Marketing departments, respectively
•     M-Net analogue and DSTV subscriber base
•     Oracle
•     Finance
•     Content (movies & short format ) Suppliers
•     Multichoice

OUTPUTS
Services and information which the individual must provide to external individuals or groups, or one another to accomplish the organization’s mission and strategy.

•     View programming content and compile well written synopsis for publicity
•     Preparation of Monthly Highlights Document and distribute to distribution list
•     Assign Age restriction to agreed standards and broadcasting censor board codes
•     Utilize research feedback and statistics to support scheduling formats
•     Assist to identify undesirably content and support editing requirements
•     Identify Audio Cuts with regard to undesirable language of content for transfers
•     Filing Management of Synopsis, publicity material and follow up on outstanding publicity material with content suppliers
•     Assist Schedule Planner with best optimal scheduling slots for content viewed
•     Write up Viewing reports and capture onto Mindpack
•     Compile EPG Report and distribute to agreed deadlines
•     Compile TV Magazine Report and distribute to agreed deadlines
•     Compile Marketing, Oracle, Website Reports and distribute to agreed deadlines

Desired Skills and Experience
COMPETENCIES
Personal capabilities which are critical to the production of quality outputs are:

•     Excellent Programming Content Evaluation ability
•     Team player: proven ability to build productive relationships both internally and externally
•     Knowledge of the industry, M-Net Africa Magic channels  & content Suppliers
•     Knowledge of business procedures, rules and processes, and implementation
•     Motivated, passionate, determined & decisive
•     Solution orientated and accountable
•     Proactive, innovative & self-motivated
•     Strong organizational skills
•     Positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure
•     Accuracy and attention to detail
•     Be creative, innovative & proactive, and well organized
•     Deadline Driven
•     Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS

•     A relevant degree in Communication or Business Management required
•     At least 3 years experience preferably in Television Environment & Regulatory environment (an advantage)
•     Proven Track record
•     Computer Literacy, MS Excel Advanced, PowerPoint, Outlook Email, MS Word
•     Good Writing & Communications skills
•     Sound understanding of programming content and scheduling systems (an advantage)
•     Team Player
•     Problem Solving Skills
•     Strategic Vision of Content of Competitors and Industry