EBS Television Ethiopia

EBS TV Ethiopia is seeking to elevate its institutional structure to a premier corporate level and implement modern operational systems. We are looking for highly qualified and motivated

Ethiopian Broadcasting Service (abbreviated as EBS TV) is an Ethiopian privately owned satellite TV channel. Launched in 2008, the channel is based in Ethiopia with correspondents both in United States at its headquarters in Silver Springs, Maryland, U.S. EBS TV broadcasts programs in mostly Amharic. EBS TV is the first private channel launched in Ethiopia.

Position: Quality Controller (Product Quality Assurance)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Quality Assurance, Engineering, Consumer Sciences, Business, Marketing, or related discipline).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, product inspection, retail buying, or a related field; experience in e-commerce, retail, or broadcast media is an advantage.
• Familiarity with teleshopping, e-commerce, or retail quality standards (local or international) is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of product safety standards and certification requirements (e.g., electrical, cosmetic, food, textile).
• Understanding of consumer protection and advertising truth-in-claims regulations.
• Basic understanding of broadcast production timelines and live-show workflows.
• Proficiency in documentation and reporting (MS Office/Excel; database or inventory systems are a plus).

Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Able to spot defects, discrepancies, and non-conformities quickly and accurately.
• Integrity and Objectivity: Makes unbiased quality decisions regardless of vendor pressure or sales targets.
• Communication Skills: Clearly explains rejection reasons to vendors and coordinates effectively with production teams.
• Decision-Making under Time Pressure: Able to make sound approval/rejection calls within tight pre-broadcast deadlines.
• Analytical Thinking: Reviews documentation, test results, and complaint data to identify quality trends.
• Ethical Judgment: Prioritizes consumer safety and station reputation over short-term sales pressure.
• Team Collaboration: Works cross-functionally with vendor relations, legal, production, and hosts.

Number of people required: Four

Salary: As per the organization scale

Location: Addis Ababa

Deadline: August 14, 2026 – August 22, 2026