Director, Technical Services at TVC Communications

Job Description

• Management of operations and maintenance of technology related areas of a TV and FM Radio Station which includes Broadcast Engineering & Operations, IT, RF, Electrical, Air-conditioning, Satellite Up-link, Terrestrial Transmission and Power Generating sets.
• Ensure smooth running of the station as it pertains to all the elements of technology.
• Assign tasks to the section heads for the routine and preventive maintenance of the Technical infrastructure.
• Coordination with other departments of the organization for the smooth running of the station.
• Coordination with the purchase department for day to day and buffer stock of technical requirements vital for the smooth running of the station.
• Preparation of technical reports and specifications
• Correspondence with external agencies and equipment manufacturers for the procurement, repair, maintenance and upgrade off all technical infrastructure and services.
• Plan and implement technology solutions for special requirements that arise from time to time
• Ensure proper technical quality of transmission
• Coordination and management of staff working in the department.
• Performance appraisal, recruitment and training of technical staff.
• Liaise with broadcast regulators on Engineering aspects
• Pro-activeness during critical failures and thorough knowledge of redundancy measures

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering related fields
• Qualifications in business management.- Desirable
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in a senior managerial capacity
• Minimum of 5 years experience in leading a large team

Functional Competencies:

• General ICT Operations
• Broadcast Engineering; Radio & TV
• Management of RF Operations
• Management of TV Operations
• Broadcast and IT Infrastructure
• Management of electrical unit
• General management of all technical infrastructure such as; ACs, generators, DSNG Vans, MCR/PCR equipment, UPS, camera equipment

Skills Required:

• Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders
• Process Driven
• Ability to demonstrate analytical skills through report interpretation and other report presentation
• Ability to design and decode technical drawings
• Ability to effectively communicate with international and local vendors
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• To deliver projects on time and within budget

Other Skills:

• Ability to drive results
• Ability to demonstrate solid ethical principles
• Strong Interpersonal skills

Job Knowledge:

• All elements of technical infrastructure of a Television and Radio Broadcast station which includes knowledge of production equipment, IT infrastructure, up-linking and transmission equipment and engineering services
• Operation and workflow of a television and radio broadcast station
• Knowledge of Broadcast regulations