The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the executive leadership, management and overall operational activities of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Limited (FBC) as an independent and reliable media entity providing compelling content to the communities in Fiji and beyond (diaspora). The role identifies and responds to opportunities, risks and challenges that arise within the organisation including sound investment strategies to increase revenue and financial sustainability. In addition, will establish and maintain relationships with other relevant media partners, statutory organisation, private sector, advertisers and relevant government ministries in Fiji to identify opportunities for prudent investment and ongoing business relations. The CEO reports to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for successfully driving the following critical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the company vision and culture, setting high-level policy and strategic direction.
- Execute Drive a robust three-year strategic planning process, mandating core and diversified
- Manage commercial viability to meet current and future needs
- Ensure effective (appropriate and robust) internal controls are always in place and compliance to avoid wastage or revenue leakage. Develop effective strategic relationships with key stakeholders
- Provide inspired leadership and direction company wide. Creating an environment that promotes great performance to ensure cost-effective management of resources
- Broadcast and transmission assets (towers, satellite discs, studios, data centres) are strategically managed through lifecycle plans with capital investment proposals for upgrades developed and presented to the Board. Business continuity and disaster recovery plans cover all critical broadcast and transmission assets
- Review and adapt strategy to meet target market expectations, including introducing popular content aligned to consumption trends. Deliver customer-oriented service and value-adding products for advertisers, subscribers and free-to-air audiences, aligned to current demand and international media standards
- A succession planning framework for all key positions established, implemented and monitored
- Human capital management policy framework is developed, implemented, and continuously strengthened in alignment with relevant laws and regulations
- Well-informed Board and stakeholders to support informed decision-making through regular board reporting on financial performance, mandated activities, programmes and relevant advice and guidance.
Requirements
- Over a decade of senior executive leadership in the broadcast and communications industry, complemented by an advanced degree in Business and Management, Media, Telecommunications, Human Resources Management, or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, human capital management, organisational leadership, change management, and investment
- High level communication skills, both verbal and written and advanced computing skills in word, excel and PowerPoint.
- Robust interpersonal and influencing skills to build strong relationships, foster stakeholder engagement, create new partnerships, and drive a culture of inclusivity and continuous development
- Understanding of the media spaces in Fiji and globally with the view of localising processes to meet business demands.
- Experience working with civil society organisations, the private sector and government