Job Vacancies at Fry Fry Media (SL) Limited – 6 Positions
Fry Fry Media (SL) Limited is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) SME OFFICER
2.) RADIO PERSONALITY
3.) FINANCE OFFICER
4.) CORPORATE MARKETING OFFICER
5.) GRAPHICS EDITOR
6.) CREATIVE OFFICER
Fry Fry Media (SL) Limited is a faith-based media company with the objective of bringing people together and providing a valued radio service to every listener with a blend of local and international content. Our vision is to serve every community with a core focus of providing a safe space for the vulnerable and marginalized; particularly equity for women and girls through relevant programming that transforms, restores hope, and impacts social change for the improved wellbeing of Sierra Leoneans.
Radio Fry Fry is owned by World Hope Social Ventures (WHSV), a US based investment affiliate of World Hope International. WHSV funds commercial operations that contribute to social and economic wellbeing in several countries.
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) SME OFFICER
As a Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Officer, you will serve as a point of contact between Fry Fry Media and its prospective clients/customers and will work alongside the Corporate Marketing Officer and Programming Department to maximize profits through selling products and services using solid arguments to prospective and existing customers.
We are looking for someone with a sales background, who can give great customer service and forge and foster positive relationships with local businesses. You will need to be able to work independently under your own initiative as well as contributing to the wider team.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintaining positive business relationships to ensure future sales
Prepare profiles to focus on customer or client demographics inclusive of the impact of our products and services
Interact with vendors to negotiate contracts and provide recommendations for making our products more user-friendly and sustainable
Execute corporate marketing and brand strategy, resulting in consistent branding, messaging, and positioning.
Create and execute a community relations plan that attracts new contributors and engages the community and as a key platform for growth in the awareness and demand generation.
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree Holder in related field such as public relations, brand development, creative, digital marketing, social media, and business administration etc
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role such as a Sales Representative
- Creativity is one of the most important skills
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook, Digital Marketing is required.
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24 hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on at the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
This role is primarily community based that involves travel to all areas of Freetown and provincial areas throughout the year, meeting with different businesses and clients. The applicant should be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
Female Candidates Preferred.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
2.) RADIO PERSONALITY
The Fry Fry’s brand purpose is to entertain, engage and promote the interests of the local community in Sierra Leone on all its platform (FM radio and Online). We are looking for an enthusiastic talent with a great voice to host/co-host our flagship shows. You will need to be smart, bold and engaging and be able to display our company values in the work you do.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- As a prime ambassador for the Fry Fry brand, you should be relatable, and the audience should be able to build an emotional connection with you
- to entertain our listening audience and serve all genres
- Host community-focused shows with lots of local content and features
- 'drive' the desk and operate some of the technical equipment for live streaming, play music and jingles
- interview guests in the studio, by telephone or on location
- research topics and background information for items to be featured on the programme- maintaining positive business relationships to ensure future sales
- collaborating with the other department to promote Fry Fry products and services - keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
You don't need a degree to become a radio personality as employers tend to look more for experience and practical skills.
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role such as a journalism, media, and communications, performing arts, drama, media production
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- The ability to generate original ideas
- A personable and confident individual with a broad range of interests
- The ability to take initiative and make quick decisions under pressure.
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24 hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on at the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
This role is also community based and so the applicant should be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
Female Candidates Preferred.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
3.) FINANCE OFFICER
Are you an organized team player with great attention to detail?
We are looking for a Finance Officer, who will work alongside the General Manager, the Marketing and Programming Department. You will be responsible for leading all financial reporting and analysis, and financial management for programming, rate cards, and day to day running costs.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares financial statements, corporate financial and integrated reports for Fry Fry Media (SL) Limited using appropriate technology.
Monitors, critically evaluates, and advises on the relevant accounting standards, regulations, conceptual and financial reporting frameworks
Prepare Fry Fry Media monthly payroll and ensure all statutory payments are paid on or before the due date.
Responsible for processing all monthly disbursements and receipts, included but not limited to coding invoices, obtaining approvals, following up with vendors and employees and ensure they are reported in the correct accounting period.
Responsible for the timely recording of all transactions in QuickBooks.
Take lead in month end closing process and ensure monthly transactions are recorded in the correct accounting period and archived in the correct file.
Assist with auditor inquiries and year-end tax schedules.
Petty cash account distribution and reconciliation
Process Accounts Payable which include coding invoices, obtaining approvals, following up with vendor and employee inquiries and assisting with month-end procedures
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree Holder with a Finance background such as accounting/business management etc
Certified Accounting Technician
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
High level of numeracy as well as attention to detail
strong analytical and reporting skills
Good at problem solving
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24 hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on at the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
4.) CORPORATE MARKETING OFFICER
As a Corporate Marketing Officer, you will work alongside the General Manager and Programming Department to maximize profits through developing sales strategies, sponsorship partnerships and building/maintaining fruitful relationships that match customer requirements, promoting the products, services, and ideas of Fry Fry Media - achieved through proactively championing the needs of the radio across the team and through your own activity.
Are you highly motivated, creative, committed and can set the bar high? Do you want an exciting and rewarding career in broadcasting with a radio station that has huge ambitions? If the answer is yes to both, you could be the person we are looking for.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Will lead the marketing team and will be responsible for sharing the Fry Fry story globally, contribute to the definition of the strategic objectives for marketing and build strong working relationships to deliver as a team.
Manage corporate communications including executive communications, messaging development, and PR
Define and execute corporate marketing and brand strategy, resulting in consistent branding, messaging, and positioning.
Create and execute a community relations plan that attracts new contributors and engages the community and as a key platform for growth in the awareness and demand generation. - Provide clear reporting on revenues, figures, activity, and sales forecast on a weekly basis
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree Holder in related field such as public relations, brand development, creative, digital marketing, social media, and thought leadership campaigns etc
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Creativity is one of the most important skills
- Strong leadership skills and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook, Digital Marketing is required.
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24-hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on at the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
This role is primarily community based that involves travel to all areas of Freetown and provincial areas throughout the year, meeting with different businesses and clients. The applicant should be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
Female Candidates Preferred.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
5.) GRAPHICS EDITOR
We are looking for a highly organised, pragmatic person and equally creative with a proven track record to inspire and direct both an in-house production team as well as external productions. In this role, you are expected to have camera operating skills and will be working closely with the Creative Officer in creating infographics, producing design components, and editing photos and videos which cover all media platforms. You will champion and expand our global visual storytelling.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conceptualizing and developing design concepts, graphics, layouts, and product videos- Design digital creative elements like social media posts, e-catalog, logo, videos, infographics, newsletters, landing pages, e-mailers, and presentations etc
Perform and analyse customer research, market research, existing market conditions plus competitor information to identify and define audiences
Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment, such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments.
Execute corporate marketing and brand strategy, resulting in consistent branding, messaging, and positioning.
Communicate our brand personalityinterpret and utilize online platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
You don't need a degree
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Graphic Design
Must be proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other
design/multimedia tools
Must be self-motivated with the ability to multi-task, and the resilience to
perform under pressure and deliver high quality work to tight deadlines
Skilled in video editing
Excellent story-telling skills a keen eye for visual details and accuracy
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24 hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
This role is also community based and so the applicant should be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
Female Candidates Preferred.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
6.) CREATIVE OFFICER
We are looking for an ambitious, highly motivated individual to manage our content across multiple platforms. Content will range from short packages, interviews, daily content, features to longer form documentaries and special programs. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the ideal candidate has a natural passion for great storytelling, is highly creative, as well as analytical and knows how to deliver innovative speech content ideas to segmented audiences on any given channel.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Initiating and setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organizationcreate unique content for our products and be involved in new speech initiatives for different channelstrack performance and progress to measure the success of initiatives, using data to inform editorial decision making
Will lead the programming team and will be responsible for coordinating activities, work schedules and program schedules, event coverage and community projects.
Monitor and review programming to ensure that schedules are met, guidelines are adhered to, and performances are of adequate quality.
Will be responsible to develop visual and graphic designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design conceptssupport to prepare, develop and maintain corporate website having regular evaluationinterpret and utilize online platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree Holder
2. Job Location
This position will be based in Freetown.
3. Job related experience and knowledge
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role such as a Program management,
Executive Producer, Content Manager etc
Creative with a critical eye when it comes to developing and implementing new ideas
Team-orientated with a positive attitude,
Proven and exceptional storyteller, writer and editorialist
Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
Practical skills in visual and audio editing and photography.
Working Environment / Conditions:
As a 24 hour radio station, all staff and their supervisors are reminded that it is expected that they may be required to perform their duties on the weekend and on gazetted public holidays.
This role is also community based and so the applicant should be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
Interested candidates should click the link to APPLY https://fryfry.life/were-hiring/
Closing Date: 26th September 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Yu Tɔk, Wɛ Lisin
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