MALAWI BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC)
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT RECRUITMENT POSITION:
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING (Re-advertised)

This position was previously advertised; however, the recruitment process did not attract a sufficient number of suitably qualified candidates. The Board has resolved to re-advertise to secure an exceptional technical leader to oversee the Corporation's critical engineering infrastructure and broadcasting operations.

We are seeking a highly skilled engineer who will ensure technical excellence, signal integrity, and the modernization of MBC's broadcasting systems.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Academic: A Master’s AND Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Telecommunications, or Electronics Engineering from a recognized and accredited institution
• Work Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience supervising an engineering workforce, specifically within broadcasting operations or a similarly complex technical environment. This experience must demonstrate a proven ability to manage large-scale technical infrastructure, lead capital planning, and oversee complex engineering projects.

ATTRIBUTES & COMPETENCIES

• Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of broadcasting technology, including studio systems, Outside Broadcasting (OB) systems, signal distribution, and FCC compliance standards.
• Project Management Expert: Demonstrated ability to plan, design, direct, and coordinate complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Strategic Planner: Proven capacity for strategic capital planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for engineering infrastructure and equipment.
• Problem-Solver: Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues across automated workflows, on-premise hardware/software, and cloud services.
• Collaborative Leader: Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with other directorates and ensure cross-functional alignment on quality service delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership:

• Planning and designing the station and Outside Broadcasting (OB) systems to meet modern broadcasting standards.
• Leading capital and recurring planning for the departmental expense budget

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Assuring quality control of all installations to ensure technical excellence.
• Ensuring FCC compliance on all broadcast signals to maintain regulatory standards.

Infrastructure Management:

• Managing the technical signal distribution, monitoring, and routing of infrastructure for the Corporation.
• Overseeing and maintaining station documentation for all electronic installations as well as building drawings.
• Managing and Overseeing all engineering infrastructure and equipment.

Team Performance:

• Overseeing the performance management of engineering staff.
• Assigning, directing, and coordinating engineering-related projects to ensure timely and quality delivery.

Technical Operations:

• Monitoring and troubleshooting technical and ICT issues, including automated workflows, on-premise hardware/software, and cloud services.

Inter-Directorate Liaison:

• Liaising with other directorates on the quality service delivery of the Engineering Directorate.
• Attending and contributing to management meetings to align technical strategy with corporate goals.

TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

MBC shall offer an attractive and competitive employee benefits package in accordance with its emolument structure commensurate with qualifications and experience. This includes a competitive salary, medical insurance, and membership to a contributory pension scheme.