News Presenters/Reporters & Radio Freelance Business Executives

Nation Media Group (NMG) is the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.NMG wishes to recruit suitably qualified applicants for the following jobs in Kenya.
1. News Presenters/Reporters
We would like to fill the position of a News Presenter/ Reporter for Nation FM in the Radio department: We invite journalists who are media savvy with a strong creativity and cutting edge know-how.
If you are seeking to work in an exciting environment that nurtures creativity, then this is an opening available for you.
Key responsibilities

Presentation of news by making oneself presentable, audible and use of acceptable language and delivery skills;

Taking instructions and briefs from the News Editor on stories to be covered;

Researching and developing scripts for news; and

Presenting news at the top of the hour.Required Skills

A university degree and / or a Diploma in the relevant field. Experience as a News Presenter will be an added bonus;

A strong command of English – written and spoken;

Excellent understanding of journalistic standards and media laws;

Thorough knowledge of current affairs;

Be able to work effectively under pressure, react quickly, and meet tight deadlines and;

Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated track record of teamwork.2. Freelance Business Executives in the Radio department (Nation FM & QFM)
We would like to fill the positions of Freelance Business Executives in the Radio department (Nation FM & QFM).
Reporting to Business Managers, the ideal candidates will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective advertising solutions for clients.
The Business Executives will be based in Nairobi, Kisumu, Kisii, Mombasa, Mwingi, Eldoret, Nyeri and Nakuru and an indication of your preferred location of placement is required.
Key responsibilities:

Selling advertising for Radio Brands;

Generating ideas for new sales and expanding the market opportunities;

Establishing contacts with and developing long term relationships with new clients;

Maintaining positive and productive relationships with existing clients;

Preparation of and adherence to individual sales plans in alignment with the organization’s goals and business objectives;

Meeting targets and KPIs;

Contributing to the team and functioning within the organisation’s corporate culture and values.Required Skills

University Degree with at least 2 years’ experience in sales and marketing;

Excellent prospecting skills with an orientation for results;

New business to business sales experience preferred with recognition as top-performer

Ability to work independently, within a team and under pressure;

Excellent client service and interpersonal skills;

Superior communication and presentation skills;

Strong understanding of lead generation;

Ability to cultivate long standing client relationships.In Nation Media Group, we provide our teams with great products to sell, superior training, tools, and a sales management system that supports business development and rewards performance.
If you meet the requirements for these positions and wish to pursue a career opportunity with NMG, please send your application and a detailed CV online, see; Nation Media Group (NMG) Vacancies - Recruiting News Presenters/Reporters & Radio Freelance Business Executives
Application deadline; 2nd September, 2014.
We shall only contact the short listed applicants.