DIRECTOR-MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AND GOVERNANCE – Zimbabwe Media Commission 60 views

Zimbabwe Media Commission is inviting suitably qualified candidates to fill in the following post that has arisen at the Commission.

JOB TITLE : DIRECTOR-MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AND GOVERNANCE
GRADE :F1
REPORTS TO :PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT :PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR

JOBSUMMARY
The objective of the job is to oversee all the regulatory and developmental aspects of the media sector in Zimbabwe in the with the changing global media dynamics and the expectations of stakeholders and media consumers. The incumbent should be abreast of media regulatory environment as well as the legal instruments governing media in Zimbabwe.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Superintend over all functions of the Department that include media development, training and governance.
• Formulate and implement a robust integrated registration of media services and accreditation of media practitioners system.
• Analyse and recommend for adoption policies and regulations that govern the media in Zimbabwe.
• Undertake research into various media and information issues that affect the media industry in Zimbabwe.
• Formulate, adopt and implement a media monitoring framework in line with the Commission’s mandate, mission and goals.
• Formulate, adopt and implement a complaints handling mechanism for breaches on freedom of the media.
• Presides overthe preparation and monitoring of the Departmental budget.
• Develop strategies for the mobilization of resources with potential partners.
• Oversee the adherence to international protocols and conventions on media and information Zimbabwe is party to.
• Supervise staff under the Department.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

• Strong knowledge and experience in media and information development.
• Adeep understanding of the current dynamics shaping the media industry.
• Master’s degree in relevant field or degree qualification in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Management or similar position
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strategic leadership and team building skills