Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC) Secretary / Chief Executive Officer
Strategic Management Jobs
- Zimbabwe Media Commission
- Expires 28 Feb 2022
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
The Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC), established in terms of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment, (No 20) Sections 248, 249, 250 and Zimbabwe Media Commission Act (2021) is one of the Chapter 12 Commissions whose role among others is to regulate the media industry in Zimbabwe. The Commission is also responsible for promoting media freedom and access to information. The ZMC Board of Commissioners invites qualified and experienced Zimbabwean citizens to fill the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer. The position holder reports to the Board of Commissioners.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Commission Secretary/Chief Executive shall be responsible for the following:
• Providing strategic, proactive and effective leadership for the Commission's operations
• Supervising and managing the Commission's staff, activities, Funds and property
• Providing advice and guidance on media policy matters, lows and regulations including amendments
• Preparing strategic and development plans for the Commission
• Providing guidance and advice in media policy matters or changes
• Establishing, developing and maintaining strategic relationships, knowledge shoring, partnerships and collaboration between ZMC and other Chapter 12 Commissions, other public and private sector entities, NG0s, donors and multi-lateral agencies
• Performing such other functions as may be assigned by the Board of Commissioners
Qualifications and Experience
Job Specification'
• The applicant must have demonstrable leadership capabilities to lead a large and complex institution with a broader, expanded mandate
• The applicant is required to hove o comprehensive understanding of Zimbabwean media laws, regulations and statutes administered by the Commission
• Excellent planning and organizing skills required in managing assigned projects to accomplish work objectives
• Provides the Commission with effective leadership anchored on high ethical standards
• Good interpersonal and engagement skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, networking and management skills
Qualifications
• A Master's Degree or PhD/DPhil in Media, Communications Or Journalism, Low or a relevant Social Science degree from a reputable institution
Related Experience
• A minimum of ten (10) years' experience in media, journalism, communications or low
• At least 5 years' experience of executive management level
• Experience in public sector management or public administration would be an advantage
• Regional or international exposure will be an added advantage
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit applications, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications by 28th February 2022. All applications should be e- mailed to the ZMC Board Chairperson ruby.masvosvongwe@zmc.co.zw with the subject title as ZMC Secretary/CEO Position".
