MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION – EXTERNAL CIRCULAR NOTICE NO. 1 OF 2023
Ministry of Information, Communication, Science, Technology and Innovation
Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following positions:
JOB TITLE: Television Newscaster Assistant
GRADE: D
RESPONSIBLE TO: PRODUCER
DEPARTMENT: BROADCASTING – LTV
NO. POSITIONS: 3
JOB SUMMARY
The Television Newscaster Assistant is responsible for the preparation of television news, current affairs programme productions, presentation of television news and current affairs programmes.
MAIN DUTIES
- Researches topics and background information for items to be featured on the news and current affairs programme.
- Plans and rehearses shows.
- Writes, understands, and memories scripts.
- Introduces and hosts programmes.
- Interviews guests in the studio, by telephone or on location.
- Liaises with other members of the production and the technical team.
- Presents news and current affairs programmes.
- Keeps abreast of news developments.
REPRESENTATIONAL DUTIES
- Liaises with media houses, international organizations, and TV stations.
- Attends workshops and conferences on matters relating to production operations.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Strong on-air personality
- Sufficient knowledge of current trends
- Confidence
- Suitable voice for TV
- Good communication and public speaking skills (in both Sesotho and English)
- Research and interviewing skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Digital literacy
JOB SPECIFICATION
- Diploma in Journalism/ Media Studies/ Mass Communication/ Broadcasting or equivalent.
- Two years of relevant work experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
For Work of Others
The job requires the incumbent to maintain smooth working relations with reporters, producers, sub-editors, editors, programme producers and librarians and Head of News.
For Property (Equipment, Materials and Finance)
The job places on the incumbent responsibility to ensure the security and safety of the studio equipment, computers, and recorded material in his or her custody.
For Effect of Errors
The incumbent is responsible for the errors committed by junior staff in the execution of their duties such as failure to observe safety and operational procedures, which could result in loss of property, equipment, data and software or failure to render the service.
For the Safety of Others
The job places on the incumbent responsibility to enforce and ensure that proper safety and operational procedures are followed to ensure the safety of personnel working under him/her.
COMPLEXITY
The incumbent has the authority to use their own creativity to enhance the structure of the programmes.
PROBLEM-SOLVING
The incumbent regularly solves problems that are directly related to TV production and programming.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The incumbent is expected to work independently under supervision by the Producer, Sub-Editor, Senior Producer and Executive Producer.
DEXTERITY
The job requires good listening skills and mental capability to record programmes or produce live productions. It also requires the artistic resourcefulness of the individual.
CONTACTS
The job requires the incumbent to make contacts with:
• Programme producer, during production meetings and when seeking advice, guidance, and authority.
• News personnel, programme personnel and engineering daily in the execution of duties.
• Other departments and sections for coordination of Ministry of Communications activities.
• Other utility organizations to discuss issues of mutual interest.
• At times with the public to explain and disseminate information regarding issues relevant to his/her department.
EFFORT
Mental Effort
The job requires high mental effort.
Physical Effort
The job requires little physical effort.
Emotional Effort
Usually, the incumbent will find himself/herself under immense pressure, especially during news or live broadcasts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Unfavorable Conditions
The incumbent may work under very cold conditions within the studios or away during field coverage.
HAZARDS
The job holder may be exposed to unprecedented attacks especially during elections or coups because of unsatisfactory electorates or stakeholders.
Applications should be made on the relevant forms G.P. 103 for first appointment, G.P.104 for serving officers accompanied by up-to-date performance appraisal forms, certified document of National Identification – ID, not passport must be addressed to:
THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
P. O. BOX 36
3rd FLOOR MOPOSO HOUSE
MASERU- 100
OR
Hand delivered to the Human Resource Office, Moposo House 3rd floor. The closing date for submission of applications is the 3rd June 2023.
THAPELI TJABANE (MR)
Principal Secretary (ai)
Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovations