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MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AND DIVERSITY AGENCY (MDDA)
 
JOB INFORMATION
Job Title: Broadcasting Coordinator 1
Job Code: P-BC 01
Department: Projects 
Normal Hours of work: Normal hours of work unless there are urgent matters to be attended to 
Normal place of work: Parktown, Johannesburg
Job Classification:Technical
Reporting to: Broadcasting Manager
 
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE(S) OF THE JOB
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.
 
POSITION VALUES
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
 
 
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Receive broadcasting proposals 
  2. Evaluate grant proposals
  3. Recommend proposals to be funded to management and reasons thereof
  4. Assist with securing external commitments
  5. Review grant proposal packet for institutional and funding agency requirements and compliance
  6. Collect demographic data and information
  7. Write and/or proofread grant proposal
  8. Obtain institutional approval 
  9. Upload and submit proposals electronically to MDDA 
  10. Prepare award account setup
  11. Review funding announcement for accuracy
  12. Coordinate training on grants/contracts processes and responsibilities
  13. Liaise with broadcasting creatives, researchers, online teams and communities
  14. Ensure that projects are in line with MDDA funding parameters
 
 
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Roadshows
 
HUMAN RELATIONS
Team-player– colleague interrelations
 
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
Internal – All staff
Management
External – Government Officials, external stakeholders, and partners 
 

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CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND UPGRADE
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Three year Media Developmental tertiary degree, or related field from a reputable university 
Minimum of two (2) relevant experience
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
  • Business acumen
  • Customer Care and Customer relations
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Proficiency in English, written communication and presentation skills.
 
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV, together with a covering letter and at least 3 contactable references to recruitment@mdda.org.za. 

CLOSING DATE FOR ALL VACANCIES: 18 AUGUST 2019.