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Looking for a engineering job in Kenya? Christ Is The Answer Ministries is hiring a Technical Manager to oversee end-to-end technical operations for TV, radio, and digital platforms. The role is based in Nairobi and experience in broadcast or digital media technical operations is required.

Job Summary

The Technical Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership in the design, implementation, and management of broadcast and digital technology systems to ensure seamless, high-quality media operations. The role supports the organization’s digital-first vision by driving innovation, strengthening infrastructure reliability, and enabling effective multi-platform content distribution.

This position reports to Head of Media.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a forward-looking technology roadmap that drives digital-first growth, innovation, and seamless multi-platform content distribution.
• Oversee end-to-end technical operations for TV, radio, and digital platforms to ensure high-quality production and uninterrupted service delivery.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality signal transmission and distribution across all channels, maintaining broadcast standards and optimal audience reach.
• Maintain high availability of all technical systems through proactive monitoring, preventive maintenance, and rapid fault resolution.
• Establish and manage redundancy systems, backup frameworks, and disaster recovery protocols to guarantee continuous broadcasting operations.
• Drive integration of broadcast, IT, and digital systems while adopting emerging technologies such as IP broadcasting, cloud solutions, and streaming platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing technical team through structured performance management, training, and a culture of accountability and innovation.
• Partner with content, commercial, and digital teams to align technical capabilities with programming, marketing strategies, and audience engagement goals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, ICT security, and effective management of budgets, assets, and vendor relationships while driving performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Champion Christ-centered values through integrity, discipline, and active participation in ministry life, serving as a spiritual role model within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM statement of faith.
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Engineering, Telecommunications, ICT, Media Technology, or related field (Diploma with significant relevant experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in broadcast or digital media technical operations, with demonstrated leadership in technical teams.
• Strong understanding of broadcast equipment, studio production systems, signal transmission, and digital content distribution (cameras, vision switchers, audio mixers, intercoms, lighting rigs etc.)
• Knowledge of modern broadcast and digital workflows including streaming technologies, IP-based transmission, and hybrid broadcast systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced media environment.
• Flexible and willing to work outside normal hours when required for live events or special productions.
• Spiritually mature with a personal faith and values aligned with the ministry of Hope Media.

• Develop and execute a forward-looking technology roadmap that drives digital-first growth, innovation, and seamless multi-platform content distribution.
• Oversee end-to-end technical operations for TV, radio, and digital platforms to ensure high-quality production and uninterrupted service delivery.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality signal transmission and distribution across all channels, maintaining broadcast standards and optimal audience reach.
• Maintain high availability of all technical systems through proactive monitoring, preventive maintenance, and rapid fault resolution.
• Establish and manage redundancy systems, backup frameworks, and disaster recovery protocols to guarantee continuous broadcasting operations.
• Drive integration of broadcast, IT, and digital systems while adopting emerging technologies such as IP broadcasting, cloud solutions, and streaming platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing technical team through structured performance management, training, and a culture of accountability and innovation.
• Partner with content, commercial, and digital teams to align technical capabilities with programming, marketing strategies, and audience engagement goals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, ICT security, and effective management of budgets, assets, and vendor relationships while driving performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Champion Christ-centered values through integrity, discipline, and active participation in ministry life, serving as a spiritual role model within the organization.

• Strong understanding of broadcast equipment, studio production systems, signal transmission, and digital content distribution (cameras, vision switchers, audio mixers, intercoms, lighting rigs etc.)
• Knowledge of modern broadcast and digital workflows including streaming technologies, IP-based transmission, and hybrid broadcast systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced media environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to work outside normal hours when required for live events or special productions.

• Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM statement of faith.
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Engineering, Telecommunications, ICT, Media Technology, or related field (Diploma with significant relevant experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in broadcast or digital media technical operations, with demonstrated leadership in technical teams.
• Spiritually mature with a personal faith and values aligned with the ministry of Hope Media.