Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in student projects/ research practical classes and courses and keeping of student records e.g. attendance, practical allocations and loss and breakage records.
- Present Publications for marketing the University and its products.
- Research topics and background information for items to be featured on the programme.
- Carryout audio production, writing for radio, radio broadcasting, public speaking, and even radio station management among others.
- Plan and rehearse the University Radio Shows for community outreach programmes.
- Be aware of the legal environment in which the media operate.
- Do short news, traffic, sport or weather reports and updates.
- Provide links between programmes.
- Read from a script or autocue, or improvise.
- In radio, ‘drive’ the desk and operate some of the technical equipment for recording and playback, using computers to cue up and play music and jingles.
- Keep the programme running to schedule, responding positively and quickly to problems or changes and improvising where necessary.
- Any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications:
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have;
- Diploma in Mass Communication and Journalism from a recognized institution
- At least three (3) year experience in a credible radio station
How to apply:
Upon offer of appointment, the candidate will be required to satisfy the requirement of chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity and shall provide;
Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation.
- Tax compliance certificate from KRA
- Clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board.
- Clearance certificate from CRB
- Self-declaration clearance certificate from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
Note
- Applicants are required to submit one (1) manual (hard) copy of detailed curriculum vitae (detailing academic qualifications, membership of professional associations), copies of certificates, email addresses and telephone contacts;
- All applications should be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents;
- Applicants should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three (3) referees.
- Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
“Application for the Position of Radio Broadcaster – Laikipia University”; and delivered to:
THE DEPUTY VICE – CHANCELLOR (AFP)
Laikipia University
P.O Box 1100-20300
NYAHURURU – KENYA
Online applications should be submitted via email to: [email protected]
All applications should reach the above office on or before 7th April, 2023 @ 5.00 p.m. (East African Time)
