Radio Maria Tanzania is inviting applications from qualified and experienced technical professionals for the position of Assistant IT & Audio Frequency. The successful candidate will support the station’s Information Technology and Audio Frequency operations, ensuring that staff, studios, broadcasts, and technical equipment operate effectively.
This opportunity is suitable for a technically competent and dependable professional with experience in IT support, computer networks, audio systems, broadcasting technology, telecommunications, or related technical fields.
Job Details
- Position: Assistant IT & Audio Frequency
- Department: Technical
- Reports To: IT & AF Manager
- Duty Station: Radio Maria Tanzania Headquarters, Dar es Salaam
- Job Type: Full-time
- Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
About Radio Maria Tanzania
Radio Maria Tanzania is a Catholic radio station committed to evangelization, education, and serving communities through quality radio programming and digital media.
The Technical Department plays an important role in supporting the station’s broadcasting and digital operations. The Assistant IT & Audio Frequency will work under the IT & AF Manager to provide technical assistance, maintain equipment, troubleshoot IT and audio-related problems, and support studio and broadcasting activities.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant IT & Audio Frequency will be responsible for the following duties:
1. IT and Technical Support
- Provide basic IT and audio technical support to staff and Radio Maria operations.
- Respond to technical support requests from users and assist in resolving routine problems.
- Troubleshoot computers, software, network connectivity, and other IT-related issues.
- Assist users with technical problems involving computer systems and applications.
- Support basic data backup and data management activities.
2. Audio and Broadcasting Equipment
- Set up, operate, and test microphones, mixers, speakers, amplifiers, and other sound equipment.
- Assist with technical preparations for studio broadcasts and live programmes.
- Support outside broadcast and event technical setups.
- Ensure audio equipment is properly connected, configured, and ready for use.
- Monitor audio quality during broadcasting and identify basic technical problems.
3. Audio Frequency and Transmission Support
- Monitor audio quality and frequency levels during radio operations.
- Assist in identifying and resolving basic audio frequency-related issues.
- Support the proper operation of radio broadcasting and transmission equipment.
- Assist with basic troubleshooting of RF and transmission systems where applicable.
- Escalate complex frequency, transmission, and broadcasting issues to the appropriate technical personnel.
4. Equipment Maintenance
- Conduct routine inspections of IT and audio equipment.
- Perform basic maintenance and servicing of technical equipment.
- Monitor the condition and functionality of computers, audio equipment, studio equipment, and related devices.
- Report faulty, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment to the responsible technical personnel.
- Assist in ensuring that technical equipment is properly maintained and available when required.
5. Software and Systems Support
- Install and configure operating systems, software, and applications.
- Perform software updates and routine system maintenance.
- Assist with the configuration of computers and other IT equipment.
- Support basic network connectivity troubleshooting.
- Assist users with access to relevant IT systems and applications.
6. Equipment Records and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of IT, audio, and broadcasting equipment.
- Monitor equipment condition and report faults or damage promptly.
- Keep track of technical issues and support activities.
- Escalate complex technical problems to the responsible IT and Audio Support personnel.
- Perform other related technical duties assigned by the IT & AF Manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Educational Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Electronics
- Telecommunications
- Broadcasting Technology
- Audio Engineering
- A related technical field
Professional Experience
- At least three years of working experience in the same or a closely related field.
- Practical experience in IT systems, computer networks, audio systems, studio equipment, or radio broadcasting technology.
- Experience working in radio broadcasting, IT support, telecommunications, or another technical environment will be an added advantage.
Technical Knowledge
Candidates should have practical knowledge of:
- Computer systems and IT support.
- Basic computer networking.
- Audio systems and studio equipment.
- Radio broadcasting technology.
- Audio frequency systems.
- Mixers, microphones, amplifiers, and speakers.
Basic knowledge of RF and transmission systems and related broadcast equipment will be an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to identify and resolve basic technical faults.
- Good understanding of IT and audio equipment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to respond to technical emergencies when required.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a technical team.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
Personal Attributes
Applicants should be:
- Responsible and reliable.
- Technically competent and attentive to detail.
- Proactive and willing to learn.
- Honest and disciplined.
- Committed to professional ethics.
- Cooperative and able to work well with colleagues.
- Flexible and ready to support technical operations when required.
The successful candidate should also be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays, whenever broadcasting or technical operations require such support.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for qualified technical professionals with a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications, Broadcasting Technology, Audio Engineering, or a related discipline.
Candidates with at least three years of relevant experience and practical knowledge of IT support, audio systems, studio equipment, radio broadcasting, or telecommunications are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should prepare the following documents:
- A detailed CV.
- A cover letter explaining their suitability for the position.
- Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
Applications should be submitted through the following email addresses:
Email: info.tan@radiomaria.org
Email: coordinator.tan@radiomaria.org
Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Final Thought
The Assistant IT & Audio Frequency position at Radio Maria Tanzania provides an opportunity for an experienced technical professional to contribute directly to the reliability of IT systems, studio operations, audio quality, and radio broadcasting activities. Candidates with strong troubleshooting abilities, relevant technical qualifications, and practical experience in IT or broadcasting are encouraged to apply before the 20 September 2026 deadline.
