Broadcast IT Consultant | Dabanga – Radio, TV, Online

Location: Amsterdam Netherlands
Contractor minimum 6-hours per week. On-Site/Remote

Are you a tech-savvy broadcast specialist with expertise in radio, TV, and IT infrastructure? Do you have hands-on experience with studio builds, radio automation, video production, and transmission technologies? If so, Dabanga – Radio TV Online is looking for a Broadcast IT Consultant to join our dynamic team!

Dabanga – Radio TV Online is an independent Sudanese news and information broadcaster and publisher. Founded in 2008 during the Darfur crisis, Dabanga operates as an exiled media house serving all regions of Sudan. With a unique ability to connect with marginalised and hard-to-reach communities, Dabanga delivers trusted news through shortwave radio, satellite television, and online platforms. Amid Sudan’s ongoing crisis, Dabanga is committed to educating, informing, and holding power to account.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Broadcast Infrastructure & IT

• Ensure smooth operation of radio, TV, and online broadcast systems
• Maintain and configure Digital Radio Mixers (DHD Audio preferred)
• Oversee TV playout systems (Vmix, Central IO, OBS Studio)
• Manage Microsoft systems, including Office 365 administration

Radio & Audio Technology

• Build and maintain custom radio studios, including cabling and soldering
• Handle radio automation, playout (Myriad), audio processing, and encoding
• Support FM transmitters and satellite distribution
• Work with Audio over IP (Dante, AES67) solutions

 Video Production & Editing

• Operate Adobe Premiere & After Effects (animation skills a plus)
• Use Adobe Audition for multitrack audio editing and training
• Assist in Visual Radio & basic camera operations

Training & Support

• Provide technical training for radio teams and engineers
• Ensure compliance with Dutch NEN1010 electrical standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Microsoft Certified with system administration skills
• Strong knowledge of broadcast IT & radio engineering
• Experience with satellite encoding & FM transmission
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced media environment
• Fluent in Dutch & English (spoken & written) and experience of working in Arabic would be desirable.

Why Join Us?

At Dabanga, we are more than just a media platform—we inform, engage, and empower communities through radio, TV, and digital content. You’ll work in an innovative, international environment, shaping the future of independent broadcasting.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and bring your technical expertise to a mission-driven media organization!

How to Apply:
Send your CV & cover letter to [email protected] by 18th March 2025.