Director, Technical Services

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

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