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MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AND DIVERSITY AGENCY (MDDA)
 
Applications are invited from suitably qualified, competent and experienced candidates for the following Executive Management positions at the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) to be part of the organisation in realising its developmental mandate in a dynamic, diverse and ever-changing industry.  
 
The MDDA is a statutory development agency for promoting and ensuring media development and diversity, set up as a partnership between the South African Government and major print and broadcasting companies to assist in (amongst others) developing community and small commercial media in South Africa, in terms of the MDDA Act No 14 of 2002. 
 
The MDDA offers competitive salaries.
All positions are based in Parktown, 
 
       BROADCASTING COORDINATOR
                (R355,036.94 - R 428,866.73 CTC p/a)
 
This is a technical position receives and access broadcasting proposals from clients. The incumbent in this job is expected to assist MDDA achieve its vision and mission.
This position requires a highly dynamic objective incumbent that will ensure ownership, support for community and support of small independent media. Maintain positive contact between MDDA and program partners, funders and other stakeholders.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Three year Diploma or Degree in Media Studies or any related field
· 3 years’ experience in a development environment
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Receive broadcasting proposals 
· Evaluate grant proposals
· Recommend proposals to be funded to management and reasons thereof
· Assist with securing external commitments
· Review grant proposal packet for institutional and funding agency requirements and compliance
· Collect demographic data and information
·Write and/or proofread grant proposal
· Obtain institutional approval 
· Upload and submit proposals electronically to MDDA 
· Prepare award account setup
·Review funding announcement for accuracy
·Coordinate training on grants/contracts processes and responsibilities
· Liaise with broadcasting creatives, researchers, online teams and communities
· Ensure that projects are in line with MDDA funding parameters

 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
  • Strong report writing skills
  • Project Management
  • Facilitation
  • Database Management
  • Content Management system
  • Stakeholder Management Skills
  • Coordination skills 
 
HOW TO APPLY: To view the full job specification and to apply for these challenging positions, interested and qualifying applicants are required to forward a comprehensive CV quoting the position they are applying for, together with a covering letter stating reasons for being the candidate of choice to: recruitment@mdda.org.za
 
Queries to be directed to Human Resources Telephone 011 643 1100

 
PLEASE NOTE:  Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to competency assessments and verification of all their credentials. 
 
It is the responsibility of candidates with foreign qualifications to have them verified by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within three months after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The appointee will be required to sign an employment contract and an annual performance agreement.
 
CLOSING DATE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS: 25 NOVEMBER 2018