Chief Film Examination and Classification Officer - Kenya Film Classification Board

The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) is a State Corporation established under the Film and Stage Plays Act Cap 222 Laws of Kenya with a regulatory function to ensure that films screened to the public are in line with the national aspirations and culture.The Board invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill the following position:
Chief Film Examination and Classification Officer
KFCB Grade 5
Ref: KFCB/AD/4/2015
1 Post
Reporting to the Film Examination and Classification Manager duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

Coordinating the activities of film examination and classification;

Sensitizing broadcasters, exhibitors, distributors and producers on the thematic areas of film examination and classification;

Ensuring implementation of film examination and classification guidelines and policies;

Coordinating issuance of approved film certificates;

Overseeing the publishing of film examination and classification catalogues;

Liaising with Film Monitoring and Enforcement Department to establish the status of both rated and unrated films and broadcast content;

Preparing reports on film examination and classification trends; and

Participating in developing classification guidelines.For appointment to this grade, the applicant must have:

Ten years work experience in matters related to film, three years of which should have been served at middle management level in either Public or Private Sector;

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Communication, Broadcast Production (Film/TV/Radio) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;or

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences with a Diploma in the following fields: Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Communication, Broadcast Production (Film/TV/Radio) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

Certificate in computer applications; and

Attended supervisory skills development course from a recognized institution.How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications, enclosing copy of National Identity card, detailed Curriculum Vitae, day time telephone contacts, names and contacts of three referees and certified copies of both academic and professional certificates to reach the undersigned not later than 2nd April, 2015.
Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Film Classification Board
P. O. Box 44226 - 00100
Uchumi House
Nairobi
Note:
1. KFCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer (No discrimination against gender or disability)
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.