Key roles & responsibilities

• Interpretation: Provide live sign language interpretation of television programs, news broadcasts, interviews, and other content to make it accessible for Deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.
• Language Adaptation: Adapt the interpretation to suit different genres, including entertainment, news, sports, and educational programs, while maintaining clarity and accuracy.
• Communication Liaison: Act as a communication bridge between hearing and Deaf communities by ensuring effective transmission of information and maintaining cultural sensitivity.
• Research and Preparation: Conduct thorough research and preparation prior to broadcasts to familiarize oneself with the subject matter, terminology, and specific jargon related to the content.
• Technical Assistance: Collaborate with television production staff to ensure proper placement of cameras, lighting, and other technical aspects that facilitate clear visibility of the interpreter on-screen.
• Collaboration: Work closely with producers, directors, presenters, and other television personnel to coordinate interpretation schedules and ensure smooth integration of sign language services into the broadcast.
• Continual Learning: Stay up to date with sign language, Deaf culture, and current events to maintain and improve interpreting skills.
• Accessibility Advocacy: Promote accessibility initiatives and contribute to the development of strategies to enhance the inclusivity of television programming for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

 Academic and professional/work Experience

• At least a Diploma in Sign Language Interpretation from a recognized institution
• At least two-years relevant experience in a professional set up.
• Member of a recognized professional body

Essential Competences

• Fluency in Sign Language: Demonstrated fluency in sign language, with the ability to interpret rapidly and accurately between spoken language and sign language.
• Ability to interpret in at least a combination of either English, Kiswahili and Luo or English, Kiswahili and Kikuyu.
• Interpreting Certification: Possession of a recognized interpreting certification, such as the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or equivalent, is highly desirable.
• Experience: Previous experience as a sign language interpreter in a professional setting, such as television broadcasting or live events, is preferred.
• Knowledge of Deaf Culture: Strong understanding of Deaf culture, norms, and sensitivities, and ability to navigate diverse communication preferences within the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, with the ability to convey spoken language into sign language effectively and maintain clear and concise interpretations. Should possess admirable voicing skills from Sign Language to spoken language
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to various subject matters, genres, and broadcasting environments while ensuring accurate interpretation.
• Collaboration: Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively with television production teams, presenters, and other stakeholders.

If you find this a good challenge and you qualify, please send your application and CV to recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke. Quote the code:

• REF No. HRD/SLI/ESL/PRD/05/2023 for English, Kiswahili and Luo
• REF No. HRD/SLI/ESK/PRD/05/2023 for English, Kiswahili and Kikuyu.

Closing date will be Sunday 28th May, 2023.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As the learning and development manager, your responsibilities will involve:

• Taking charge of the Company-wide training programs
• Carry out staff skills audits and work closely with various leaders across the organization to understand and design appropriate training plans.
• Come up with appropriate training budgets.
• Create flexible learning interventions and platforms (through digital and other means) to meet the workforce’s diverse needs.
• Plan end-to-end development programs according to the organizational requirements.
• Plan and prepare training materials in line with the latest trends and design and deliver e-learning courses, workshops, and other training
• In charge of the companywide performance management processes
• Lead in the review of the relevant manuals and other documentation
• Develop various coaching interventions for different cadres of staff as well as take up coaching for managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts.
• Build relationships with third-party training providers and partners
• Record and report training courses, schedules, and results. Share the same with the management on a regular basis.
• Assist in other roles in the department

ACADEMIC AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education/Journalism or any other relevant field.
• IHRM Certified Professional ( if not yet, eligible for this certification)
• Master’s degree in HR or a relevant field
• Familiarity with 5+ years of work experience as a Learning/Development and performance management Specialist, Training and Development Manager, Training Manager, or a similar role
• Hands-on experience in LMS (Learning Management Systems) and e-learning platforms and practices as well as knowledge of effective instructional models and resources.
• Good understanding of organizational change and growth.
• Good leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sharp business acumen
• Great interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentation skills.

If you find this a good challenge and you qualify, please send your application and CV to recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke. Quote the code HR/LDM/05/23.  The closing date will be May 31st, 2023.