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Ongoing Recruitment at Network Arewa24 Limited


Network Arewa24 Limited is the company that owns and manages AREWA24, a Hausa-language, free-to-air satellite television channel which can be viewed on Eutelsat Satellite Channel 16A/16 East Horizontal (frequency 10804, symbol rate 30000). We are recruiting to fill the positions below:       Job Title: Accountant Location: Kano Overall Responsibilities

  • The Accountant will oversee the financial operations of the company and ensure timely and accurate financial reports and practices including cash management, payroll, financial disbursements, ledgers etc.
Responsibilities
  • Daily posting of financial transactions in QuickBooks and maintaining financial records.
  • Ensure that monthly financial reporting is completed on time and submitted to Headquarters.
  • Review procurement's and purchases process to ensure compliance to NAL policies and before payment to vendors.
  • Prepare monthly staff payroll for review by the line manager,
  • Monitor’s expenditures and reports to ensure that funds are utilized appropriately.
  • Support the Line Manager, in providing on-the-job orientation and training to the company staff on cost-effective management.
  • Supervise the Finance and Admin officer and management of petty cash system
  • Support the financial audits of all activities of the company.
  • Investigate accounting and financial irregularities
  • Analyzing financial information and preparing financial transaction reports
  • Completing tasks & reporting within financial deadlines
  • Contract negotiation support
  • Supervise the timely remittance of taxes in compliance to Nigerian’s laws.
  • Carryout any other duties as assigned by the line manager.
Reporting Responsibility:
  • The Accountant will report to the Manager, Finance and Administration of Network Arewa24 Limited (NAL).
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Education:
  • Degree in Accounting or related field
Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years working experience in finance functions
  • Experience with financial reporting and procurement processes
  • Proven ability to work with little or no supervision
  • Ability to travel to other project locations as required
Language and Computer Skills:
  • Excellent oral communication skills
  • Good computer skills: MS word, Excel, QuickBooks and other accounting software
Application Deadline  30th November, 2017.       Job Title: Freelance Translator (Local Hire) Location: Kano Reporting Responsibility: The Freelance Translator will report to the Head Translator of Network Arewa24 Limited (NAL) Job Descriptions
  • Position holder is expected to provide translation services (Hausa to English / English to Hausa) of scripts for Hausa/English speaking audiences.
  • Engage actively in the correct interpretation of literary meanings of terms or pronunciation of words for effective comprehension by the audiences.
  • Ensure speedy and timely translation of scripts within timeframe without compromising quality.
  • Carry out any related assignment that might be given to them from time to time.
  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor
Experience, Qualification and skills
  • Minimum of BSc Degree.
  • Three to five (3 - 5) or more years of script translation experience, precisely translation of English Scripts into Hausa Language
  • An education in English language
  • Excellent knowledge of English and Hausa languages.
  • Excellent in English Grammar preferably American style.
  • Ability to translate phrases, terms and expressions in context (avoiding direct translations out of context) and taking notes of punctuation marks and capitalization.
  • Previous work experience within structured work environment
  • Ability to keep to timelines set for deliverables
  • Excellent team player
  • Ability to work with minimum of no supervision
Application Deadline  31st December, 2017.       Job Title: Main Presenter (Female), Breakfast Show (Gari Ya Waye) Location: Kano Responsibilities/Requirements
  • Male and Female aged 28 to 45 years old
  • Vast knowledge of current affairs with strong emphasis on Nigerian affairs
  • Fluency in language of both Hausa and English
  • Ability to create a persona that resonates with the viewers
  • Articulate speech patterns, excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to improvise when necessary
  • Reputation for delivering high quality research and interviewing skills
  • Well tested and respected interview skills with a track record in Nigerian broadcasting
  • Calmness under pressure, authoritative and yet friendly
  • A good memory, for recalling scripts and facts
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a team
  • Ability to work on short notice and tight deadlines
  • Must have a well-groomed appearance
  • A consummate broadcaster with a national or international reputation
  • Love television, with an encyclopedic knowledge of the media and outward looking, creative perspective on broadcasting
      Job Title: Beauty and Style Presenter (Ado Da Kwalliya) Location: Kano Responsibilities/Requirements
  • 23 - 28 years old
  • Knowledge of subject matter, with proven experience
  • Ability to work unsupervised - a self-starter, highly motivated and creative
  • Ability to create a persona that resonates with the viewers
  • Must be willing to try new beauty tips and therapies
  • Must have a well-groomed appearance - a fashion leader
  • Must have articulate speech patterns and Good communication skills
  • Should be able to make contacts for program contents
  • In collaboration with the Producer, should be able to come up with topics for programs
  • Responsible for own wardrobe.
  • Good with people, a committed team member. Sense of humor needed!
      Job Title: Relationships Presenter (Zamantakewa) Location: Kano Responsibilities/Requirements
  • Female, 28 to 35 years old
  • Knowledge of subject, with a track record in media
  • Academic background relevant to the role
  • Fluency in language of communication (Hausa)
  • Ability to lead, anchor, and drive conversations and interviews
  • Responsible, in consultation with Producer, for initiating topics for discussion. Good research skills, with empathy and people skills
  • Responsible for own wardrobe
  • Good team member, committed to helping people in difficult circumstances
      Job Title: Female Presenter (Behind the Scene Kannywood Show - News/Gossip Segment Da Dumi Duminsu) Location: Kano Essential Job Functions/Requirements
  • Ability to present from Outdoor/Indoor movie locations
  • To interact with and interview movie stars and crew
  • Proven and thorough knowledge of the Kannywood movie industry
  • To cover events, awards, seminars and music premiers and willing and able to work outside normal office hours
  • Ability to produce high quality scripts
  • A good team player with a “can do” attitude, brimming with ideas, enthusiastic about Kannywood with plenty of movie contacts
  • Willing to learn new broadcast technics - a joy to work with, but steely ambitious
Qualities:
  • Must be Female and within the age of 20 to 30 years
  • Must look presentable in nature
  • Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Must have the ability to research and interview
  • Must have the ability to be calm under pressure
  • Must have good memory for recalling facts and script
  • Must have proven passion for Kannywood industry
  • Should have a minimum of ND/B.Sc in Mass Communication and any other relevant field
  • Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and delivery focused individual
  • Must be able to work to tight deadline, under pressure
  • Must have evidence of creative media skills ( show reel preferred).
      Job Title: Cooking Show Presenter Location: Kano Essential Job Functions/Requirements
  • Ability to prepare different types of dishes both national and international
  • Ability to interact with both male and female guests while presenting on air
  • Ability to work in a neat and smart manner
  • Ability to come up with own menu plans - traditional and modern
  • Can inspire viewers with new ideas.
  • Can make a show out of cooking
  • Passionate about food and diet, with qualifications that prove it.
  • Will be responsible for the purchase of ingredients from the market(as a procedure the cameraman will follow to record the process)
  • Work well with team, prepared to work weekends and evenings. Can travel for location filming, is fun to be with and determined to help people enjoy cooking
Qualities/Education:
  • Must be within in the age of 22 to 35 years
  • Must have minimum of Diploma in Catering Management or any related course and a show reel would be an advantage
  • Must have a good sense of personal hygiene
  • Minimum of 3 years working experience, preferably in catering
  • Must be confident and have passion for cooking and presentation
  • Must be fluent in Hausa and English
  • Candidates must be well organized
  • Knowledge of television presentation is an added advantage.
      How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and CV's to: [email protected] Stating the "Job Title" clearly as the subject of the mail. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.     Application Deadline  31st December, 2017.