Producer/Presenter (Programming & Continuity): MSU Radio Station (Zvishavane Campus)

Job Title: Producer/Presenter (Programming & Continuity)
Organization: Midlands State University, Radio Station (Zvishavane Campus)
Location: Zvishavane, Zimbabwe
Closing Date: 17 March 2025

STAFF VACANCY

Midlands State University invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Producer/Presenter (Programming & Continuity) within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at our Radio Station located at Zvishavane Campus.

Qualifications:

• An Honours Degree in Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies with at least a 2.1 class.
• A minimum of one year of post-qualification experience in a broadcasting environment.
• A Master’s Degree in Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies is highly advantageous.
• Additional experience in a higher education institution will be beneficial.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing engaging content for the radio station, including but not limited to:

• Researching and developing programming and promotional content.
• Conducting interviews for on-air programming and promotional material.
• Compiling playlists and music for broadcasts.

• Investigating trending topics for discussion on air.
• Promoting station events and managing outside broadcasts.
• Writing scripts for various formats including programs, adverts, and promotions.

• Providing voice-overs for programs and promotional materials.
• Developing revenue-generating initiatives for the station.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the management.

Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications:

Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

• A cover letter
• Certified copies of academic certificates
• Current Curriculum Vitae detailing personal information, including name, place and date of birth, professional experience, current salary, availability date, contact numbers, and three referees’ names and email addresses.

All application materials should be submitted in a single PDF format via email to:

The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
Email: vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw

Important Notes:

• The closing date for applications is 17 March 2025.
• Clearly state the position being applied for in the subject line of your email.
• Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in disqualification.

Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days following the closing date. If you do not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We look forward to your applications! CLICK HERE TO APPLY.