General Manager Technology

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Job Description

The Fijian Broadcasting Corporation is Fiji's largest media company providing radio and television services in the country. The FBC today operates a network of six radio stations; two in each of the three major languages (i-Taukei, Hindi and English). FBC also has three television channels (FBCTV, FBC2 and FBC Sports HD).

The General Manager Technology is responsible for overseeing the technical, engineering and ICT requirements at Fijian Broadcasting Corporation for both internal and external customers.

Outcomes

Capital Stakeholders (Owners)
1. Strategically focused department
Strategic Plan implemented Operational and action planning to deliver key objectives Financial reporting systems to analyze cost versus benefits for content created  Operational risk assessment and management plans Developing and managing a risk management plan for:  ICT Broadcast  Mastercontrol Studios
Organisational Stakeholders
1. Technical Service Maintenance Managed
Managing technical projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Conducting regular reviews of project progress and ensuring adjustments as necessary. Establishing and maintaining the quality control standards for technical processes and deliverables. Identifying the potential risks related to technical operations and developing appropriate mitigation strategies. Conduct research into emerging technology and ensure that the organisation is well informed on the up-to-date and appropriate technology applications.
2. Technical department managed and lead in accordance with the performance management system
Operational and business plan that reflects overall FBC Operations plan Budget preparation, monitoring and management Performance reporting including intervention actions Procedure preparation and monitoring Internal procedures and guidelines maintained Risk management planning and assessment
3. Procurement Management:
Identifying FBC's ICT & Engineering needs and develop procurement strategies. Evaluate and select suppliers based on capability, reputation, and pricing. Managing the budgeting and cost control for ICT procurement initiatives. Ensure adherence to procurement compliance procedures, including legal and regulatory standards. Oversee the installation of ICT equipment and services, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
4. Team Management
Prepare work plans (weekly, monthly, annual basis) Prepare 3- 5 year strategic plan for the unit.  Managing cross functional teams efficiently and effectively Delegate work and supervise staff for expected deliverables  Provide guidance, training, mentorship and support to the ICT, Broadcast and Transmission teams Ensuring the standards, ethics, and integrity are encoraged by the Multimedia Journalist while gathering or reporting of news stories.
5. Teamwork and cooperation
Cooperation within the team and greater department Cooperation across departments Work collaboratively to achieve the set targets and goals
6. A developing and growing department
Improving procedures and compliance Improvement in member / customer / stakeholder service levels Growth in efficiency and effectiveness Improvements from application of technology Developing and growing workforce competence with succession planning
7. Informed Executive Management and timely and accurate reporting
Performance and situation reporting Complaints investigation and reporting Reports and papers produced
8. FBC's image and value standards demonstrated and promoted
Collaborate with other teams in the organisation for the benefit of the FBC Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards Uphold and demonstrate the FBC's image and value
Product's Stakeholders
1. Operational and statutory compliance
Statutory compliant to laws and regulations Health and safety compliance Environmental compliance Operationally compliant to the organisation's policies and procedures Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards relating to ICT, Broadcast Media and Transmission.

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Strategic Development	Establish the strategic direction and steer the organisation towards its goals
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Customer
Customer Commitment	Demonstrate a commitment to customer service - both internal and external customers.
Relationship Building	Build beneficial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
People
Leadership	Utilise a leadership position to influence people and events and to increase performance.
Facilitation	Assist the progress of work ensuring its timely and effective completion.
Problem Solving	Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Negotiation	Reach agreement through discussion and compromise.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Research	Apply formal research methodologies.
Technology Application	Apply technology.
Operational
Equipment Operation	Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Degree	Information Technology/Computing, Degree in Engineering	Bachelors Degree in ICT & Broadcast Engineering
Desirable
Higher Degree incl. Post Grad Cert or Dip	Business Administration

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a media organization, with a Bachelor's Degree in ICT & Broadcast Engineering, or at least 7 years of experience with a Diploma in ICT & Broadcast Engineering.
2. Strong understanding of broadcast, transmission, and ICT with project management methodologies and tools.
3. Strong communication, writing and presentation skills
4. Understanding of broadcast media and ICT legislations.

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English
Valid driver’s license
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Police Clearance

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
Chief Executive Officer
Management Team
Technical Team
IT Team
External
Statutory Authorities
Clients
Suppliers
Government authority

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Achiever	Puts in effort to achieve a desired result or goal and is motivated by this end and the overall accomplishment.
Innovative	Devises new and creative ways to do things comes up with original ideas.
Reliable	Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Consensus seeker	Works to achieve group solidarity and general agreement and harmony.
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Trusting	Places confidence in others without misgivings, relying on their ability, character, and truthfulness.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Concrete thinker	Focuses on the tangible experiences of actual things or events.
Decisive	Reaches conclusions, promptly and firmly.
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Flexible/Adaptable	Readily accommodates changing circumstances, modifying own behaviour and/or views. Able to adjust easily to new conditions.

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