Programmes Manager

Nation Media Group ('NMG') is Uganda's most influential media house with operations in print, broadcast and digital media, which attract and serve unparalleled audiences in the country and region. We are committed to creating value for our stakeholders and positively influencing society by providing content that informs, educates, and entertains. Job Title: Programmes Manager Reports to: Head of Broadcasting Department: Programming JOB PURPOSE: Content acquisition and quality control: Ensure acquired programmes meet quality benchmark, adhere to budget allocations, and that advertiser appeal assessments are completed for all acquired content. Local content delivery and cost discipline: Track local content innovations, conduct quality assessments and ensure local programming is delivered within approved budgets. Transmission integrity and operational excellence: Enforce seamless daily transmission rate through daily compilation checks, ingestion lists reviews, DTS accuracy and adherence to commercial schedules. Promotion and visibility of programming: Execute weekly on-air and digital promotion plans for all station programmes; and ensure alignment with marketing and digital teams. People leadership and performance culture: Conduct quarterly performance reviews for self and your direct reports as per the existing performance management framework. Brand and reputational risk management: Ensure and enforce compliance with broadcast regulatory standards at all times. Experience: At least 5 years of working experience in broadcasting, 3 years in a leadership role. Have an established evolving list of integrated production sources and vendors.