International Broadcaster Voice of America Indonesian Language

VOA Indonesia began broadcasting in 1942, shortly after the U.S. government established the VOA. And since then, VOA Indonesia continues to be in the air. During the first 56 years, people in Indonesia is only able to capture the VOA shortwave radio transmitted from outside Indonesia.

However, since the reform era that began in 1998, press freedom and an end to government control over mass media, allow VOA to take the affiliate strategy to disseminate TV and radio programs. Now, the VOA has more than 240 FM and AM radio affiliates throughout Indonesia.

More than 80 percent of VOA listeners catch a variety of programs on radio VOA affiliate. Beginning in 2000, VOA expanded its wings to produce television programs. VOA television programs can be watched on most television stations nationwide and over 30 local television.

Along with the rapid development of the company, we need some intelligent workforce, dynamic, high integrity and have the opportunity to pursue a career full of hope, as follows:

International Broadcaster
Regular Full-Time Employee

Description of Work:

• IB do a lot of roles / tasks important in the process of broadcasting. These tasks are as reporter, writer, translator, moderator, producer and broadcaster. Duties also include the supervisor and head of the team; to motivate and lead other staff.

Status:

• IB is a federal government employee who worked for the International Broadcasting Bureau (IBB). As an IB, employees receive various benefits from the government, among others: health insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement, etc..

Visa and Work Permit:

• IB must have a visa and a valid work permit to work in the United States (for those who are not U.S. citizens). In certain cases, VOA will sponsor J-1 visas to those who are not American citizens and elected / selected as an IB.

Requirements:

• IB to be fluent in Indonesia and to better understand the English language, both verbal and written. IB must have knowledge about government, politics, culture, and insight of the world, both in the United States and Indonesia. IB candidate must have knowledge of Communication Sciences graduate par. Experience in broadcast journalism or related field is required at almost all levels / IB classes. IB job involves writing and editing from English into Indonesian. Candidates must pass a written exam that shows his ability to translate and adapt / adapt material broadcast.

Please see the announcement of vacancies in the personnel VOA website:
http://www.bbg.gov/about/jobs/index.html

Cover letter must be written in English by explaining the knowledge, skills, and capabilities in accordance with those stated in the announcement, and attach a resume or CV. Please send your cover letter and resume to:

IBB - Office of Personnel
Competitive Delegated Examining Unit
Room 1543
330 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC, 20 237
Please also state " LKITnews.com Website" as your reference.