Announcer - Casual (Samoan and Cook Islands)

The Pacific Media Network (PMN) based in Auckland, is Aotearoa’s pan-pacific national broadcasting network. We deliver relevant, high quality broadcasting services for and about Pacific people, consistent with our vision of “Celebrating the Pacific Spirit”. Our programmes are broadcast in English and nine pacific languages.

We are seeking candidates that are interested in applying for the role of announcer of the Samoan and the Cook Islands language programme to present a quality language programmes consistent with the values and objectives of the National Pacific Radio Trust. The successful applicant will be expected to ensure all material broadcast is in keeping with the Network’s stated brand values and targeted listenership. He/she also is able to develop knowledge and experience of target communities, and give support to language team members. A tertiary qualification in radio broadcasting is preferred as well as a minimum of two years announcing experience in a radio broadcasting environment.

Other criteria include:

• Fluent in both English and Samoan / Cook Islands
• Good communication skills
• Experience in broadcasting within a Pacific radio environment
• Well organised
• Sound knowledge of NZ & Pacific libel, defamation, privacy and copyright laws
• Supervisory experience with effective leadership skills
• Extensive and effective networks within the Samoan / Cook Islands and wider Pacific communities
• A passion for Samoan / Cook Islands broadcasting

If you feel you meet our criteria and wish to be a part of an organisation which is totally committed to serving the needs of the Pacific communities, we would be very keen to talk with you. As a first step, please forward your resume, along with a covering letter explaining why and how you feel you would make an outstanding contribution to this role, to:

Assistant Programmes Director (Languages)
Pacific Media Network
PO Box 99-582
Newmarket, Auckland

Or email to:

vacancy@pacificmedianetwork.com

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.