| Position |
International Radio General
Manager - Middle East - North Africa |
| Location |
Washington, DC - USA
DC/MD/VA |
| Direct
Report |
To President |
| Compensation |
Salary commensurate with
experience w/execeptional benefits programs |
| Primary
Function |
The Middle East General
Manager has overall management responsibility for the daily operations
of the station including senior level supervision of radio staff, budget
administration, planning and programming; coordination with the international
broadcasting bureaus on overseas transmission issues. |
| Duties |
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Manage the daily operation of
the station ensuring that all editorial and financial controls are engaged.
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Lead strategic planning to optimize
the station’s potential in the region, with an understanding of the related
geopolitical issues and media environment that impact the future of the
station.
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Develop, implement, and evaluate
program formats & concept changes.
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Lead resource planning for domestic
and overseas facilities, employees and contractors
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Coordinate on all program reviews
to monitor and evaluate the quality of the station
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Ensure appropriate training
plans, employee evaluations and counseling, are provided to employees as
appropriate
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Ensure that a safe and positive
work environment is provided for all employees.
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Liaison to external organizations
on matters concerning station operations as directed by the President.
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The incumbent may be asked to
perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities as dictated
by events and circumstances.
|
| Requirements |
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B.S. Degree in communications,
broadcasting, or related field; ten years related experience and/or training;
or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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10+ yrs supervisory experience
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Extensive knowledge of the Middle
Eastern media environment and geopolitical issues that affect transmission
and operations.
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Previous experience with an
international broadcaster preferred, including experience in managing
multiple departments
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Experience of living and working
overseas a plus
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Experience with integrating
new technology into operation and changes in media delivery, including
appropriate content development for multiple delivery platforms.
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Strong strategic and analytical
skills, and proven ability as a team builder/leader
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Extensive knowledge of radio
programming & production technology & procedures
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Strong organization & communication
(oral & written) skills in a multi-cultural environment.
|
| Contact |
Filcro Media Staffing
Middle East Broadcasting
Group
International Radio GM Executive
Search
521 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10175
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