Cross TV, an engaging, positive and progressive national general entertainment channel for young adults with the vision to expand internationally is recruiting. The Vision of Cross TV is to be the most influential platform for educating and empowering the youth to solve humanitarian issues in Kenya, in Africa and the whole world.
Established in 2017 we plan to operate a valuable portfolio of news, info and edutainment networks, significant television production operations. Cross TV is fully owned by the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS)

Reporting to the Head of Content, the Online & Social Media Editor will be responsible for the following:

• Participate in the development of digital strategy of the channel
• Lead the implementation of digital strategy
• Analyze digital media consumption of target audience, and proactively react on trends, digital needs both in platform and content point of view
• Ensure the extension of on-air TV contents on all digital platforms and manage online news coverage
• Take responsibility for the news areas of the website, ensuring consistent high quality, good writing, visuals and timely uploads
• Research and cover news stories, features, specialist interviews and other original contents
• Originate new ideas, and propose ways how to use social media platforms to inform and to engage target audience  Identify and deploy influencers to interact and engage with KRCS

Required Experience and skills

• 3 years of online news editing
• Graduate in journalism, communications or technology
• Comfortable with writing, journalism and technology
• A thorough knowledge of news and current affairs in the Kenya, Africa and internationally
• In depth and extensive understanding of news, a good instinct for a story, knowledge of visual layout, photography and video
• Experience and high-level interest in digital developments and trends
• Must be able to use a web publishing software
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Strong social media skills.

How To Apply
Applicants should submit the following:

• A one page cover letter, explaining how your skills and experience apply to this role.
• A CV of no more than 3 pages, including the names of three professional references
• Please do not send copies of testimonials, certificates or any other back-up documentation.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications clearly marked with the reference number to careers@redcross.or.ke addressed as below on or before 6th February 2018.
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

Note: applications which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification:

Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.

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Cross TV, an engaging, positive and progressive national general entertainment channel for young adults with the vision to expand internationally is recruiting. The Vision of Cross TV is to be the most influential platform for educating and empowering the youth to solve humanitarian issues in Kenya, in Africa and the whole world.

Established in 2017 we plan to operate a valuable portfolio of news, info and edutainment networks, significant television production operations. Cross TV is fully owned by the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS)

Reporting to the Managing Editor, the ENG REPORTER will be responsible for the following:

• Generating ideas for stories and features and following leads from news agencies, the police, the public, press conferences and other sources
• Pitching ideas to editors
• Researching, verifying and collating evidence and information to support a story using relevant information sources such as the internet, archives, databases, etc.
• Selecting appropriate locations, pictures and sound and exercising editorial judgment on the best angle from which to approach a story
• Identifying necessary resources and deploying and managing technical crews for location shoots, including camera crew
• Providing directorial input, advising crews on what to film or record
• Producing complete packages for broadcast
• Preparing and presenting material for both pre-recorded and live pieces
• Identifying potential interviewees, briefing them, preparing interview questions and conducting both live and recorded interviews
• Collaborating with the editor to put together the completed program or item
• Developing and maintaining local contacts and assuming a public relations role

Required Experience: 3 years of TV editor, producer or reporter position; experience in filming, editing and producing news

Skills

• Graduate in journalism or communications
• A thorough knowledge of news and current affairs in the Kenya, Africa and internationally
• Strong writing skills, and ability to convey information in a clear, concise and conversational manner
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Ability to interact professionally and build relationships and sources
• Ability to shoot and edit digital video
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
• Social Media & Multimedia experience

How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following:

• A one page cover letter, explaining how your skills and experience apply to this role.
• A CV of no more than 3 pages, including the names of three professional references
• Please do not send copies of testimonials, certificates or any other back-up documentation.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications clearly marked with the reference number to careers@redcross.or.ke addressed as below on or before 6th February 2018.
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

Note: applications which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification:

Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.

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Reporting to the Managing Director the Head of Production & Technology will be responsible for the following:

• All technical and production aspects of all live and prerecorded news type program.
• Building, organizing and operating technology and production department.
• Managing the production of all in-house news, infotainment, shows and magazines of the channel.
• Supervision of all technology and staff of studio, studio control room, video editing room and ENG crews.
• Managing IT department, and supporting the operation of the channel.
• Ensuring necessary daily coordination with managing editor.
• Development and controlling of budget.
• Monitoring the inventory of department equipment

Required Experience: 5 years of TV news production experience in Leadership position. Minimum 3 years of TV technology experience, including working experience and operating a TV studio.

Skills

• Graduate in technology field, broadcast engineering or film and television direction.
• Extensive experience in broadcast studio environments, mainly live television.
• Knowledge of studio technologies and operating systems.
• Demonstrated leadership of news production and technology teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Organizational and people management skills.

How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following:

• A one page cover letter, explaining how your skills and experience apply to this role.
• A CV of no more than 3 pages, including the names of three professional references
• Please do not send copies of testimonials, certificates or any other back-up documentation.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications clearly marked with the reference number to careers@redcross.or.ke addressed as below on or before 6th February 2018.
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

Note: applications which do not meet the above requirements will not be considered. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification:

Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.

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