LATEST KENYAN JOBS AND VACANCIES: Government Job Vacancies - 2015

The Kenya Cultural Centre (KCC)

incorporating Kenya National Theatre (KNT) is the country’s oldest expressive

cultural institution established in 1951 through Cap 218 Laws of Kenya. 

KCC is the national centre for

cultural engagement, discourse, performance and research. 

The Centre incorporates dynamic and

aesthetic public spaces for harmonious connections, and is an institution which

embraces and encourages diversity and pluralist perspectives.

The Centre operates as a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency (SAGA) and is

currently domiciled under the Ministry of Sports, Culture and the Arts.

The Kenya National Theatre which is part of the Centre is currently undergoing

extensive refurbishment under the aegis of Kenya @50 Legacy Projects. 

It is anticipated that the

refurbishment will be completed by end of June 2015.

Applications are therefore invited for immediate fill up of the following

position:

Ref: KCC/01/2015/03

Reports to:

 Head of Programmes

Broad Function: The Box Office Manager will be responsible for

monitoring all services related to the theatre box office including ticket

sales, bookings for various facilities, maintaining the ticket sales database

and system and managing the schedule of events for the Kenya Cultural Centre /

National Theatre (KCC/NT).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain regular box office hours to supervise
  
  phone, email and walk up ticket orders


• Maintain clear communication for the patrons
  
  of KCC/NT and the public including updating messages on the online and
  
  digital display systems.


• Prepare appropriate sales reports and
  
  financial accounting reports for ticket sales and bookings.


• Manage and administer the back end of the
  
  ticketing software system and manage subscription packages and special
  
  promotions using this system.


• Assist the marketing team to promote ticket
  
  sales in the community by communicating with various hotels, touring
  
  companies as well as other business and community groups.


• Oversee the mailing and distribution of
  
  promotional material to patrons and members of the public.

Academic / Professional

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Management, Sales &
  
  Ticketing, specialising in Marketing and Operations Management or equivalent.


• Proficient in PC-based Microsoft Office
  
  including Word, Excel and other relevant database management programs.


• Internet proficiency is essential.

• Point of Sales Ticketing experience in busy
  
  environment dealing with Public Programs  is helpful, but not
  
  necessary. 


• Candidates with experience in sales, retail
  
  and hospitality are encouraged to  apply.  

• Excellent public relations skills and the
  
  ability to deal with client concerns efficiently and positively.


• Ability to manage financial and box office
  
  transactions efficiently with attention to detail, and in a secure manner.


• Ability to maintain a professional demeanour
  
  and able to handle information in a confidential and trustworthy manner.


• Skill and accuracy in dealing with cash and credit
  
  card transactions.


• Ability to balance multiple projects, meet
  
  deadlines and communicate effectively in a frequently flexible and
  
  quick-moving environment.


• Ability to train and supervise box office
  
  staff as needed.


• Demonstrate an ability to work with volunteers,
  
  apprentices and interns, to provide an environment for volunteers,
  
  apprentices and interns in which they are adequately prepared and trained,
  
  and appropriately monitored.

Ref: KCC/01/2015/02

Reports to:

 Head of Technical Production

Broad Function:

 The Theatre Sound Engineer will perform all duties

related to sound engineering for performances, shows, presentations and

productions at KCC/NT including operating, managing, monitoring and maintaining

of all sound equipment at KCC/NT.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance of quality sound throughout
  
  performances/presentations including amplification, mixing, recording,
  
  synching and reproducing sounds and effects for productions.


• Maintaining and looking over sound equipment
  
  including repairing of equipment and troubleshooting.


• Work within a team environment that includes
  
  lighting technician, stage manager, as well as stage and production staff
  
  in planning and carrying out structure of sound for every performance.


• Maintaining the work area to ensure safety and
  
  productivity.

Academic / Professional

Qualifications

• Diploma in Technology for Creative
  
  Presentations and Sound Technology or equivalent experience, training and
  
  education in audio electronics.


• Certification in basic computer skills for
  
  MAC/PC

• Knowledge of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital
  
  Interface) production equipment and digital audio workstations, microphone
  
  and signal techniques.


• At least three years experience in audio
  
  electronics specifically for sound playback and live mixing including
  
  knowledge of digital and analogue audio equipment including sound
  
  consoles, speakers, microphones and wireless systems.


• Basic knowledge and skills in electrical
  
  wiring and rigging.


• Experience in music and theatrical sound and
  
  audio engineering is preferred but not required.

• Must be available for on the job training and
  
  available to work long and unpredictable hours.


• Must have good sense of hearing, physical
  
  fitness and agility (including ability to carry heavy loads and to work at
  
  heights of up to 20 Feet) is essential.


• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
  
  with the technical production team and other departments.


• Ability to work within a team structure as
  
  well as independently.


• Punctuality and time management skills to
  
  ensure efficiency for set ups, show calls, meetings and work calls.


• Neat, orderly and efficient work ethic in
  
  order to maintain cleanliness and order in all sound areas.

Ref: KCC/01/2015/01

Reports to:

 Executive Director

Broad Function:

 The Head of Programs will be responsible for

overall development and implementation of the Centre’s Programs. 

This covers Strategy, provision of

guidance and strategic monitoring of all programs and activities in accordance

with the Centre’s Strategic Plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the programmes department,
  
  give guidance and strategic leadership to facilitate the development and
  
  implementation of Kenya Cultural Centre’s Creative Programs and Events.


• Carry out promotion


• Provide strategic support and professional
  
  development of opportunities for established and emerging creative
  
  cultural practitioners, groups and initiatives through networking and
  
  linkages.


• Enhance collaboration and communication within
  
  the creative cultural sector locally, regionally and internationally.


• Carrying out research


• Implement Public Private Partnerships (PPPs)
  
  for Kenya Cultural Centre’s programs and projects in accordance with the
  
  government legislation on PPPs.


• Overseeing content and audience development
  
  initiatives for the Centre’s programs


• Improve the relevance and visibility


• Keeping of arts and culture information by
  
  creating, maintaining and updating appropriate resource materials.


• Strategic alliances: Identify local and
  
  international strategic partners through Memoranda of Understanding (MOU),
  
  Collaborations and Cooperation agreements.

Academic/ Professional Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor degree in Social Sciences,
  
  Management or any other related fields.


• Qualification in Arts and Culture Management
  
  related field is an added advantage.

• At least 5 years experience in Management of
  
  arts and culture programs related field.

• Computer proficiency


• Demonstrative proficiency in and understanding
  
  of Business Administrative processes, Project Management and Marketing as
  
  an added advantage


• Good interpersonal skills with ability to
  
  build personal relationship with varied cadres of staff, key players /
  
  leaders in the industry, stakeholders / donor partners.


• Strong public relations,


• Excellent oral and written communication
  
  skills.


• Excellent negotiation and administration
  
  skills


• Willingness to keep abreast of new
  
  developments in the field of arts and culture.


• Must be proactive and able to work under
  
  pressure

How to Apply

Application submission should include the following:

• Cover Letter


• Applicant CV


• Scanned copies of relevant Certificates


• Documents
  Names and contacts of TWO professional referees


• Scanned copy of National I.D.

ALL interested individuals are

requested to send their applications by email before 7th July 2015 addressed

to:

The Executive Director
The Kenya Cultural Centre
inc. National Theatre
P.O. Box 43031 

Nairobi

Email: director.culturalcentre@ymail.com