Managing Director at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)

The Role:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director is responsible for providing direction and leadership in the implementation of strategic goals and objectives of the Corporation. He/She is responsible for overseeing the strategic, operational and financial performance of the Corporation. In addition, he/she will ensure effective and efficient management and administration of the Corporation.

Specific Terms:

• Three (3) years contract of employment renewable subject to good performance output.

Remuneration:

• An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Provide leadership in the development of strategies, policies and guidelines to ensure achievement of the objectives of the Corporation.
•  Spearhead the provision of independent and impartial broadcasting services of information, education and entertainment in English, Kiswahili and any other languages as the Corporation may decide.
•  Facilitate the establishment, operation and control of production and transmission facilities, and services related thereto countrywide.
•  Ensure compliance with the Constitution of Kenya and all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements.
•  Oversee the development of mechanisms for the continuous improvement in the quality and value of products and services.
•  Responsible for commercialization of the corporation’s services and assets by embracing modern and innovative solutions for revenue generation and enhanced profitability.
•  Oversee the designing, implementation and review of financial management systems to ensure prudent utilization of funds.
•  Offer oversight in development of proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures.
•  Ensure maintenance of a conducive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees.
•  Provide regular, thorough, prompt and effective communication to the Board, Management and Staff on key strategic, technical, financial and administrative matters.
•  Ensure performance contracting, cascading and appraisal for all the Departments to meet performance targets.

Minimum Requirements:

Educational and Professional Requirements

•  Masters degree in any of the following fields:- Media Studies, Communication, Marketing, Business Administration, Law, Social Sciences, Engineering, Strategic Management, Project Management or its equivalent from a recognized University
•  Bachelor’s degree in any of the fields listed above from a recognized University
•  Must be a member of a relevant professional body in the area of specialization
•  Strategic Leadership, Senior Management or Corporate Governance training from a recognized training institution will be an added advantage
•  PhD will be an added advantage.

Minimum Experience

•  Must have at least ten (10) years working experience in a comparable organization in the public or private sector
•  Must have served at a senior managerial position in the media or broadcasting industry for at least five (5) years
•  Experience in working or interacting with a Board

Key Competencies

•  Demonstrable sound leadership and people management skills
•  Must be a good planner, strategic thinker, organizer with commercial acumen, resource mobilization and excellent decision making skills
•  Must have excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
•  Knowledgeable in emerging technologies and trends in new media
•  Demonstrable ability to drive change and transformation
•  Unquestionable personal integrity and high level of accountability.