General Manager (GM) at Al-Ansar Radio & TV Live

Al-Ansar Foundation is registered by the Corporate Affairs Commission as a non-governmental organization that is dedicated to empowering youth and women to drive sustainable development through access to quality healthcare, educational scholarshIps, leadership and peacebuilding training, and providing economic opportunities in business and entrepreneurship. The Foundation is also committed to propagating Islamic knowledge and cultural integration in society Al-Ansar Foundation believes that Sound Western and Islamic education imbued with the fear of Allah (SWT) is the best instrument for promoting peace in Nigeria arid Sub-Saharan Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager (GM)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

About the Project

• This framework of Al-Ansar Foundation coincides with the multifaceted development strategy of Borno State Government under the current leadership of His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, mnl to propagate peace, educate and Inform citizens in order to advance the social, cultural and economic affairs of the State and the nation at large.
• Sequel to the Borno State Government Invitation to individuals, corporate organizations, NGOs as well as other interested parties to partake in the reconstruction and rehabilitation of post-insurgency Borno, the Al-Ansar Foundation, In response to the above clarion call, decided to establish Al-Ansar Radio and TV / Station with the sole aim of creating a peaceful environment and sustainable development through the use of its platform.

Position Description

• The GM is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the radio station. She / He is also expected to coordinate and administer the operational and administrative activities towards the delivery of world-class broadcast journalism.
• She/ He Is expected to participate in the development and administration of strategic and operating plans, and evaluate programs for compliance with the overall mission and vision of the station.
• The GM will, under the oversight of the Management of AI-Ansar Foundation, the parent organization, provide leadership for the station. This includes steadily increasing accountability for all areas of the station’s multi-faceted operation. He is also responsible for developing strategic and operational plans that will result in the growth of the station arid its people and make a Positive Impact on the community.

The General Manager is expected to:

• Oversee and coordinate tIre continuous, multifaceted daily operations of the radio station, protect the station's license through strict adherence to broadcast standards, laws provisions of the National Broadcasting Commission Act, the National Broadcasting Code and all extant laws relating to broadcasting.
• Maintain accurate schedules of programming, records, discrepancy reports, and follow-through communications and ensure that all on-air broadcast programming complies with rules and regulations.
• Develop sales and promotions for the station including local and cultural, new business, new media, and non-traditional revenue sources.
• Participate in the establishment, organization, and implementation of short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and of changes required for Improvement.
• Direct and administer the provision of day-to-day operations of the entire station, including the non-engineering portion of the station’s physical plant, space allocation and utilization, station supplies and inventors, arid station safety, and security.
• Plan, design, establish and maintain organizational structures and systems that enable staff members to effectively accomplish the organization’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives.
• Manage and motivate all station personnel including training and departmental workshops for staff and sales team to enhance the capacity to sell products and services via Mobile Marketing and Digital Solutions.
• Manage the physical, human, and financial assets of the station, Including maintenance records of the station operations, staffing, equipment arid compliance activities; prepare monthly and quarterly reports; as well as daily finance and operations feedback to the HQ
• Provide recommendations to Management Team of Al-Ansar Foundation pertaining to the acquisition of operating equipment; oversee preparation and defense of annual operating budgets.
• Achieve budgeted financial targets goals and grow the station’s revenue share and help Increase listenership and patronage by serving the interest of the community and developing strong relationships with local clients
• Reviewing and approving expenditures based on the approved budgets and limitations of the station.
• Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings and ensure the implementation of board resolutions.

Maximum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing and Advertising, Drama and Theatre Arts, etc
• Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) is preferable
• A veteran Broadcaster with a minimum of 15 years post-graduation experience in a well-established radio / television broadcasting station.
• At least 5 years’ experience at senior management level In a broadcasting environment.
• Must be a very good administrator who has a finesse for the marketing of the station
• Knowledge and understanding of radio communications facilities, broadcast equipment, and sound distribution systems.
• Knowledge of radio organizational structures, workflows, systems and operating procedures.
• Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-term goals for the station and be able to set appropriate expectations and exceed them.
• Considerable knowledge of media and communication regulatory bodies and the rules and regulations, and laws governing establishment and operations of an electronic media organization
• Strong commitment towards creative, successful revenue generation and engaged In serving the community.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and radio-related software with ability to prepare and deliver presentation.
• Excellent oral communication and memo, report, and article writing skills
• Familiarity with the culture and environment of Borno State and North East of Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV containing evidence of relevant work experience and qualifications along with a Suitability Letter of not more than two pages indicatIng the position they wish to apply for and why they should be accepted for that position to: [email protected] using the "Job Title" as the subject of the email.

Note

• The position being applied for should be specified In the email subject line.
• Only applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted for further screening.