Head of Channel at Africa Magic

Africa Magic seeks to appoint a suitably qualified & dedicated individual to assume responsibility as Head of Channel: Africa Magic Entertainment. This position will be based at our facilities in Lagos, Nigeria and the successful candidate will report to the Regional Director for West Africa

Job Title: Head of Channel: Africa Magic Entertainment

Location: Lagos

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

• Multi-channel environment
• Market expansion/Changes in pay-TV demographics
• Content interactivity trends
• Fast-paced & constantly changing environment
• Dynamic organization
• Policies & Procedures

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

• Channel Heads, HOD’s and teams within Africa Magic
• MultiChoice content and marketing divisions
• International, Regional and Local suppliers/ distributors
• Finance, DSTV Media Sales & Marketing
• Broadcast Services
• DStv Online, DStv Mobile

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.

• Design develop and Implement strategic production and acquisition initiatives to evolve the content for the channels and increase audience figures
• Effectively manage channel’s acquisition budget and continually implement cost efficient processes
• Continually refine the schedules of the channels in line with the consumer behavior preference and patterns
• Implementing competitive scheduling strategies on a continual basis to increase audience viewership.
• Support the head of production in the development of identified content for assigned channel(s)
• Lead a team of buyers, editors & program acceptance and inspire them to achieve performance excellence
• Effectively manage program rights and stock to prevent write- offs
• Manage the day by day production & scheduling issues to ensure programs are delivered on time and of the highest broadcast quality
• Ensure Regional Director is briefed in time based on quarterly schedule highlights

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

• Withstanding Pressure
• Building effective teams
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Leadership/People Management Skills
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organizing
• Managing Stakeholder Relationships
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Knowledge and Qualifications

• A three year tertiary qualification in Media/TV
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a broadcast or production environment of which 2 years must be managing a team
• Superior computer software skills in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Thorough understanding of local content and local content production
• Intimate knowledge of and affinity for the science of programme scheduling/planning
• Sound knowledge of consumer behavior, media consumption and viewing patterns of the pay TV market especially in Nigeria & West Africa
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Local Nigerian (West African) culture, nuances and consumer context
• Knowledge of program acquisitions and distribution
• Thorough knowledge of the broadcast value chain
• Knowledge and understanding of Synergy and Macro Scheduling will be an advantage
• Excellent knowledge of Movies, Series and other short format content will also be an advantage
• Passion for Local Content

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2014

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should
Click here to apply online