The National Media Commission invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians who are goal-oriented, result-driven with exceptional leadership qualities for appointment to the above-mentioned position.??Job Purpose:?The Managing Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the New Times Corporation, and subject to such general directions as the Board may give, is responsible for overall leadership co-ordination, guidance and supervision of work of the Corporation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Corporation
•    Advises the Board on corporate and operational policies and procedures
•    Implements the decisions and policies of the Board
•    Presents draft Annual Budget Estimates of the Corporation to the Board three (3) months before the end of the financial year, or as directed by the Board
•    Presents draft annual work plan based on the approved budget not later than one month after the beginning of the financial year
•    Submits to the Board a mid-year report on the implementation of the work plan
•    Presents to the Board an annual report on the activities of the Corporation in the preceding year within three (3) months of the year
•    Arranges for the book and accounts of the Corporation to the audited by the Auditor-General and ensure that the report is presented to the Board within three (3) months after the end of the financial year
•    Ensures compliance with output requirements under the law in the public service organisations
•    Develops and maintains corporate, culture that fosters cooperation, commitment, efficiency, accountability and production throughout the Corporation
•    Any other duties/responsibilities that may be assigned by the Board from time to time

Qualification Required & Experience

•    A good first degree or its equivalent from a recognised University
•    A post-graduate diploma or master's degree in Mass Communication or related field
•    A minimum fifteen (15) years' post-qualification experience, five (5) years of which must have been a senior management position
•    Must be competent in one or more of the following fields of endeavour, public utility operation and practice, industry, broadcasting, trade, finance, science and administration

Skills and Competences:

•    Administrative and supervisory
•    Computer literacy
•    Analytical
•    Business

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicants may apply, providing an up-to-date detailed curriculum vitae, a contact postal address, telephone/fax number (if available) and two referees, both of whom can attest to applicant's professional competence. Applications should be forwarded to:

THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
NATIONAL MEDIA COMMISSION
P. O. BOX SD 114
SPORTS STADIUM
ACCRA

Closing Date: 06 March 2013