Reporter, BBC Africa (Mombasa)
Job Reference: BBC/TP/7174/7722
 Contract Type: Fixed Term- Full time
 As part of the BBC Africa team of reporters across Africa, you will supply timely, expert and authoritative coverage of news and current affairs events in Mombasa, the wider Kenyan coastal area and as required across Kenya and East Africa for television, radio, online and social medial contributing in both English and Kiswahili. You will also be expected to provide contact numbers, interviewees, set up discussion programmes take photographs, contribute actively to the BBC Africa’s social media output and provide other programme material to the BBC to ensure that our audiences enjoy accurate, engaging, timely and thought-provoking content.
You will be an experienced Broadcast Reporter or Journalist who is fluent (oral and written) in English and Kiswahili and has experience in producing innovative material and editing the work of others. With a thorough knowledge of Kenyan affairs together with an understanding of international affairs, you will be familiar with the region and be able to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of our audience needs. You must be able to produce two-ways and produce content suitable for use across television, radio and online, mobile and social media.
Please note that paper applications will NOT be accepted.

The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations ¡n print, broadcast and digital media.

It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

We are seeking for qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions.

Daily Nation Reporter

Job Ref: HR-DNR-04-12

Nation Media Group Ltd wishes to recruit result-oriented, dynamic and self-driven reporters to join the Newspaper Division.

Key result areas will include:

Strong news gathering and writing skills and demonstrable knowledge of topical socio-economic and political issues;Mastery of language and demonstrable organisational skills, forward planning and team work.First degree in journalism, or a degree in any other field, plus a diploma in journalism3 to 4 years working experience either as a sub editor or a reporter;Ability to work with minimum supervision and cope with tight deadlines.Freelance Business Executives

Job Ref: HR-FBE-04-12

We are seeking for qualified and experienced Freelance Business Executives who will add value to the operations of the Group. We have opportunities our regional offices namely; Kisumu, Nyeri, Eldoret, Kericho, Kisli, Malindi and Lamu.

The Role:

Reporting to a Business Manager, the candidates will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective service to clients to maximize sales volumes and revenue.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

University DegreeDiploma in Sales & Marketing with over 3 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing,Ability and readiness to work long and odd hours,Results oriented,Ability to work independently and under pressure,Excellent client service skills,Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,A good understanding and experience in the media industry will be an added advantage.Kindly specify your regional preference on your cover application letter.

Agency Sales Business Executive

Job Ref: HR-AGBE-04-12

We are seeking for qualified and experienced Agency Sales Business Executives who will add value to the operations of the Group.

The Role:

Reporting to a Business Manager, the candidates will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective service to our agencies to maximize sales volumes and revenue.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

University Degree,Diploma ¡n Sales & Marketing with over 3 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing,Ability and readiness to work long and odd hours,Results oriented,Ability to work independently and under pressure,Excellent client service skills,Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,A good understanding and experience ¡n the media industry will be an added advantage.If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and a detailed CV online to http://careers.nationmedia.com/ before 18th April, 2012.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

News Anchor / Reporter

Job Ref: HR-NAR-09-2011

The Nation Media Group is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media.

It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

We are seeking to recruit experienced and self- motivated individuals to the position of News Anchor / Reporter for NTV within Nation Broadcasting Division.

Key Responsibilities:

Anchoring news bulletins and current affairs live eventsConducting interviews live on location and/or studiosField reporting of news stories and featuresWriting and editing of news itemsBachelor’s degree ¡n Journalism;Exemplary command of local and global current affairsFluency in spoken and written English and/or Swahili.Authoritative personality with an ability to connect with viewersSkilled in writing and editing;Broad general knowledge and ability to report on a variety of topicsRelaxed and confident on camera and with the ability to think on one’s feet;Commitment and willingness to ascribe to our Editorial Policy and journalism code of ethics and standards;Clear and concise in communication and diction;Ability to work ¡n a demanding and fast-paced environment;Excellent interpersonal and team skills;This position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

If you meet the above criteria, apply online at http://careers.nationmedia.com/ before 30th September 2011.

Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

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