Commiioning Editor: Education

To plan, co-ordinate and manage the commissioning and production of quality Formal Education programmes for Television, from conceptualization through to the delivery of the final product (TV, Digital and Outreach).Plan, budget and commission Formal Education (curriculum based and adult basic education) programmes to ensure the production of quality educational & innovative programming within the mandate prescribed by the Broadcasting Act

Provide editorial leadership on Educational and Public Service Provider expectations

Take overall editorial responsibility and ensure adherence to editorial policies, procedures and standards

Envisage multimedia projects and new innovations

Manage and co-ordinate stakeholders and sponsorship relationships

Ensure alignment between Education mandate and channels strategy

Cost effective compliance, utilization and management of allocated budget

Conceptualize programme ideas, evaluate proposals, develop and write briefs for the Formal Education Unit

Providing effective project management from conceptualization to post implementation

Monitoring and managing project risks to deliver project elements according to specified project plans

Provide monthly reports to management and report to steering committee in respect of project progress against implementation plan

Determine the success and impact of projects through regular research and feedback on ratings and audience share

Keep abreast of educational trends locally and abroad

Requirements:

Degree in Education/Media Studies or equivalent

3 - 5 years Experience in the Broadcasting environment

2 Years experience in research, production and development

Knowledge of other digital/social media would be an added advantage

Knowledge of commissioning processes and the allocation of resources to reach objectives on time and within budget

Above average communication skills (both verbal and written)

The ability to initiate and drive as well as organize, plan and control is critical to ensure efficient operations

Ability to effectively work with independent producers

Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends

Ability to make sound editorial judgments and to solve problems

Understanding of educational policies and programmes

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Good project management skills and experience

Willingness to travel

Valid driver's license

A keen sense of deadlines is essential

Understanding of the target audiences

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