MULTICHOICE NIGERIA LIMITED (REGIONAL DIRECTOR)

Job description

CONTEXT:
External factors which will influence the work environment:
Competitive Global business environment    
Technology, Media and Telecommunications sector
Pay television environment
Digital media content environment
Multi-cultural environment           
Regulated environment   
Fast changing environment
Corporate governance ethos
Dynamic organization 

CUSTOMERS:
External individuals or groups, as well as individuals or groups within the organisation to whom products, services, programme and information is provided:
Chief Executive Officer
Channel Directors
All business units within M-Net
MultiChoice
Media Sales 

OUTPUTS:
Services and information which the individual must provide to external individuals or groups, as well as internally to accomplish the organization’s mission and strategy and objectives for all AfricaMagic West Channels.

Liaise with relevant individuals regarding obtaining and managing programming and content for specialized channels.
Implement the Strategic Positioning of the channels and increase audience figures.
Effectively manage Channel budgets and continually implement cost efficient processes.
Refine and effectively manage Programme Rights and ensure inventory is scheduled in a competitive, creative and in the most efficient manner
Ensure that consumer viewing needs are met and  aligned with local and global trends
Drive commercial sales to generate appropriate consumer attention, as well as increase in revenue.
Lead and manage all internal operations within relevant business units to ensure work flows are efficient, deadlines are met and excellent standards are delivered along the value chain.
Ensure branding and marketing  of all channels remains fresh, relevant and reflects the organization’s overall aims and objectives.
Oversee the day by day scheduling, log editing and TX producing functions of the Channels to ensure smooth and fault-free transmission.
Staying abreast of global and local programming and movie trends.
Lead teams of competent, dedicated staff members and inspire them to achieve  performance excellence.
Actively and constructively contribute to the wide range of business, strategic, managerial and leadership issues that the Division’s management team deals with on a daily basis.

Desired Skills and Experience
COMPETENCIES:
(Personal capabilities which are critical to the production of quality outputs)           

Functional Knowledge
Extensive knowledge and passion for African content
Excellent knowledge of Pay TV industry & Pay TV operations
Comprehensive knowledge of digital content industry
Strong financial background and financial management experience
General management experience
Project, product, services & market feasibility analysis skills
Economic and Market research experience
Strategic planning and consulting experience
Minimum Qualification: A degree in related field, preferably with a      post-graduate qualification 

Behavioural Competencies  
Excellent Leadership skills     
Creativity             
Excellent networking and relationship building skills
Strategic thinking
Strong analytical thinking
Excellent Judgment
Strong negotiation skills         
Excellent interpersonal skills  
Strong communication and presentation skills
Calculated risk taking
Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Investigative ability     
Quick response / bias for action        
Self-motivated
Teamwork           
Integrity               
Self confidence 

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you wish to apply, please forward a copy of your CV tohrservicesng@multichoice.co.za

The closing date for applications is 4 December 2013.

Please note that if you have not received any feedback by 10 January 2014, your application has been unsuccessful.