Job Vacancies at Kenya Film Commission

Basic Salary

• Scale KFC 3: 149,500 to 206,400 P.M

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, job holder will provide overall management and coordination of the Liaison Department. The job holder will also be responsible for:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Coordinating the development, implementation and review of production and liaison services, policies, strategies, guidelines, standards and procedures.

• Supervising the planning, forecast and monitoring of the department’s expenditure against allocated production and liaison budgets and activities.

• Guiding the establishment of incubation centers for the film industry in Kenya.

• Coordinating the development and strengthening of effective collaborations with county, national and international organizations, both public and private, to improve and facilitate the growth of the film industry.

• Coordinating the creation of international partnerships, agreements and coproduction treaties for the film industry.

• Establishing linkages with county, national, international organizations and other relevant stakeholders to improve and facilitate investment in the film industry;

• Spearheading the development and implementation of sound risk management framework, business continuity plans and corporate governance activities of the directorate to ensure sustainability;

• Monitoring and keeping abreast of changing trends in film production and exploring new opportunities for location services; and

• Liaising with Corporate Communications and ICT Departments to update the Commission website.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in the grade of an Assistant Manager, Production Liaison and Coordination, or in an equivalent and comparable position;

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Film and Theatre Arts, Film Production, Drama and Theatres Studies, Performing Arts and Film Technology, Communication, Animation, Gaming or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

• Master’s degree in Film and Theatre Arts, Film Production, Drama and Theatres Studies, Performing Arts and Film Technology, Communication, Animation, Gaming or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

• Certificate in leadership course (SLDP) lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

• Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing;

• A Valid Practicing Licenses, where applicable;

• Proficiency in computer applications; and

• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial and administrative 

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Basic Salary

• Scale KFC 8: 33,500 to 56,000 P.M

This is the entry grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a designated supervisor. The job holder will also be responsible for:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Identifying film studios and facility houses;

• Collecting and compiling data on factors influencing film-makers in their choice of destinations for production and post-production services;

• Identifying suitable locations for film shooting;

• Compiling information on available production facilities, location, crew and shooting spaces; and

• Collecting data on changing trends in film production and exploring new opportunities for location services

• Support the processing of filming permits and other documentation.

• Maintain records and databases of productions, locations, and stakeholders.

• Assist with the preparation of reports, briefs, and presentations for internal or external use.

• Assist in film production coordination by providing logistical support to local and international filmmakers.

• Help in scouting and facilitating access to locations for shoots.

• Ensure compliance with local regulations and film permit requirements.

• Act as a point of contact between filmmakers and local authorities (e.g., police, county officials, tourism offices).

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Film and Theatre Arts, Film Production, Drama and Theatres Studies, Performing Arts and Film Technology, Communication, Animation, Gaming or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and;

• Proficiency in computer applications.

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Basic Salary

• Scale KFC10: 16,000 to 31,000 P.M

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Delivering mails and postage and maintaining delivery register;

• Carrying out photocopying and document binding;

• Preparing tea and serving officers;

• Carrying out cleaning of offices, office compound and machines/equipment/apparatus;

• Collecting and disposing waste;

• Dusting offices and ensuring habitable office conditions; and

• Moving or carrying office equipment, furniture and ensuring orderly arrangement offices.

** Person Specifications**

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Cumulative service period of six (6) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Office Assistant II or comparable position;

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Certificate mean grade D (Plain) or any other equivalent qualification;

• Proficiency in computer applications; and

• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and result