Head Montrose Studios

Overall Job Purpose

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position will be a general manager role, responsible for the following among others:

• Develop and ensure compliance to a vibrant programming policy in accordance with the mission, vision and values of ZBC.
• Develop and implement the business plan for the station.
• Research programming trends, advising management and implementing appropriate programming goals and strategies.
• Plan the development of programs in collaboration with the Station Manager – Khulumani FM.
• Develop programmes that promote national culture and heritage of the Zimbabwean people.
• Craft strategies to ensure the station’s financial viability and growth.
• Develop and manage the budget for the station,
• Oversee the acquisition, implementation, maintenance and replacement of technology infrastructure,
• Organize and maintain an up-to-date programming and information systems database that supports service delivery and the Corporate Business Strategy,
• Interpret and apply the ZBC Editorial Codes and Policies for the station,
• Supervise employees at the station,
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Media Studies, Journalism, or Related Business Degree;
• A postgraduate degree such as an MBA or Related Business Masters will have an added advantage.
• 5 years relevant work experience, 2 years of which should have been at a managerial level, and experience in the broadcasting industry is an added advantage.