Audio Visual Technician (MCG/AVT 3)

Organisation
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade
Reference
VAC-55078
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum
Date Posted
13/12/2024
Expiry Date
03/01/2025
The Audio-Visual Technician is responsible for the provision of audio and visual services during meetings, training, public relations/media briefing sessions and other functions hosted by the Ministry.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Sets-up and operates video, audio and lighting equipment used for live meetings and events; 
  • Produces and edits of video and audio clips; 
  • Trouble-shoots audio-visual malfunctions and performs basic repairs;
  • Installs and maintains audio-visual equipment; 
  • Recommends the purchase of all audio-visual equipment; 
  • Assists in monitoring displays and exhibitions; 
  • Maintains and secures all audio-visual equipment; 
  • Uses up-to-date technology to provide audio visual services; 
  • Establishes and maintains an appropriate system of storage, filing and retrieving of audiovisual materials; 
  • Plays a critical role in recording damage and forms part of the rapid assessment team during emergencies; 
  • Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

  • Strong oral and written communication skills; 
  • Strong customer relation skills; 
  • Good problem-solving and conflict management skills; 
  • Good interpersonal skills; 
  • Ability to work in a team; 
  • Strong integrity; 
  • Compliance;
  • Effective time management skills; 
  • Critical thinking skills; 
  • Strong customer and quality focus skills. 

Technical: 

  • Must be technically competent in audio-visual production and operations of audio-visual equipment and audio-amplification; 
  • Be highly disciplined with an organized approach to work; 
  • Excellent records management skills; 
  • Working knowledge of current audio-visual technology and editing software;
  • Knowledge of audio-visual editing is a requirement; 
  • Team and results oriented. 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Diploma in audio visual technology or a related field, such as digital media from an accredited institution with one (1) years’ experience. 

OR 

  • Certificate Diploma in audio visual technology or a related field, such as digital media from an accredited institution with two (2) years’ experience. 

 

Special Condition Associated with the Job

  • The incumbent ideally should own a vehicle.

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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