2.1 Assistant Executive Officer, Grade Level 06 2.1.1 Keeping records of inspection/investigation i.e. field operations. 2.1.2Keeping records of documents/posters in the library. 2.1.3 Ensuring the installation of basic safety equipment in compliance with the Decree.
2.2 Executive Officer, Grade Level 07 2.2.1 Processing applications submitted for payment 2.2.2 Supervising the storage of film posters photo-shelves etc. in the library 2.2.3 Collating data collected from field operations. 2.2.4 Assisting in updating register of exhibitors. 2.2.5 Assisting senior officers on late night field investigation trips. 2.2.6 Ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Decree.
2.3 Higher Executive Officer, Grade Level 08 2.3.1 Assisting in keeping register of all film distribution companies. 2.3.2 Assisting in keeping the register of all cinema houses. 2.3.3 Assisting in keeping the register of all video viewing theatres 2.3.4 Collecting materials 2.3.5 Assisting in field activities (day and night).
2.4 Senior Executive Officer, Grade Level 09 2.4.1 Keeping registers of all film/video distribution companies. 2.4.2 Keeping registers of all cinema houses. 2.4.3 Keeping registers of all video viewing theatres. 2.4.4 Keeping registers of all video exhibitors. 2.4.5 Assisting in the preparation of investigation schedules and rosters. 2.4.6 Taking part in investigation/inspection activities (both day and night).
2.5 Principal Executive Officer Grade II, Grade Level 10 2.5.1 Processing applications for exemption from censorship. 2.5.2 Keeping records of film/video works approved unconditionally. 2.5.3 Keeping records of film/video works which have not met the conditions imposed by the Board. 2.5.4 Processing applications for licensing of premises. 2.5.5 Attending Censors Committee Meetings 2.5.6 Supervising the work of a number of junior staff
2.6 Principal Executive Officer Grade I, Grade Level 12 2.6.1 Keeping the register of all submitted video works. 2.6.2 Keeping the register of video distribution companies. 2.6.3 Keeping the register of all production companies. 2.6.4 Processing applications for licensing of premises for Film/video exhibitors. 2.6.5 Supervising investigation/inspection teams on field assignment. 2.6.6 Producing investigation/field reports. 2.6.7 Supervising the work of a number of junior staff. 2.6.8 Overseeing on-the-job training of junior staff under supervision.
2.7 Assistant Chief Executive Officer, Grade Level 13 2.7.1 Coordinating the work of the subordinate officers under supervision. 2.7.2 Assisting in monitoring inspection and investigation to ensure that rules and regulations of the Board are adhered to. 2.7.3 Participating in writing reports on monitoring inspection and investigation. 2.7.4 Overseeing on-the-job training of junior staff under his supervision. 2.7.5 Assisting in examining and classifying films and video works. 2.7.6 Attending seminars, conference, workshop, etc.
2.8 Chief Executive Officer, Grade Level 14 2.8.1 Liaising with video club owners, video dealers, producers, film/video exhibitors etc. to ensure compliance with the law. 2.8.2 Vetting and assessing field reports and making recommendations to the authority. 2.8.3 Supervising the field activities of investigation/inspection teams, etc. 2.8.4 Supervising the planning of investigation/inspection programmes. 2.8.5 Assisting in designing staff development programmes. 2.8.6 Coordinating the activities of the subordinate officers under his supervision.
METHODS OF ENTRY AND ADVANCEMENT WITHIN THE CADRE
NOTE: All promotions and transfers are subject to vacancy and satisfactory service records.
3.1 Assistant Executive Officer, Grade Level 06 3.1.1 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) in two relevant subjects obtained at one sitting or in three subjects at two sittings. 3.1.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing OND in Journalism or Mass Communication.
3.2 Executive Officer, Grade Level 07 3.2.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Assistant Executive Officer who has spent at least two years on the grade 3.2.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing HND in Mass Communication.
3.3 Higher Executive Officer, Grade Level 08 3.3.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Executive Officer who has spent at least three years on the grade. 3.3.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing the qualification specified in subparagraph 3.1.2 or 3.2.2 above plus at least five or three years’ postqualification cognate experience respectively.
3.4 Senior Executive Officer, Grade Level 09 3.4.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Higher Executive Officer who has spent at least three years on the grade. 3.4.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing the qualification specified in subparagraph 3.1.2 or 3.2.2 above plus at least eight or six years’ postqualification cognate experience respectively. 2.6.3 Coordinating the activities of investigation or inspection teams and compiling comprehensive reports. 2.6.4 Liaising with video club dealers associations, cinema/video exhibition halls owners to ensure compliance with the provisions of the enabling Decree. 2.6.5 Monitoring and evaluating reports submitted by various investigation/inspection teams with a view to recommending prosecution or otherwise. 2.6.6 Liaising with the police and other law enforcement agencies to keep defaulters in check. 2.6.7 Assisting in organizing workshops for clients. 2.6.8 Coordinating reports. 2.6.9 Evaluating success achieved by the section, using established parameters.
2.7 Assistant Director, Grade Level 15 2.7.1 Coordinating the activities of a Branch 2.7.2 Recommending censorship/registration licensing certificates. 2.7.3 Previewing, analyzing and classifying films. 2.7.4 Initiating action on policy formulation and review 2.7.5 Coordinating public and media relations between the Board and the various public orEan1rations.
2.8 Deputy Director, Grade Level 16 2.8.1 Coordinating the activities of a Division. 2.8.2 Supervising the documentation, registration, licensing, inspection and investigation I duties of the Board. 2.8.3 Assisting in the day-to-day administration of the Department. 2.8.4 Initiating and writing memorandum. 2.8.5 Taking responsibility for film/video censorship developing planning.
2.9 Director, Grade Level 17 2.9.1 Taking charge of a Department 2.9.2 Planning and ensuring the execution of the work programmes of the Department 2.9.3 Vetting reports of the heads of Divisions and making appropriate proposals to the authority for the formulation of policies. 2.9.4 Directing periodic inspection of video clubs and cinema houses, production studio etc. 2.9.5 Advising government on matters relating to film/video censorship.
3 METHODS OF ENTRY AND ADVANCEMENT WITHIN THE CADRE
NOTE: All promotions and transfers are subject to vacancy and satisfactory service record.
3.1 Film/Video Censorship Officer II, Grade Level 08 3.1.1 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing a degree in relevant discipline such as Arts, Journalism, Social Sciences or English from a recognized University.
3.2 Film/Video Censorship Officer I, Grade Level 09 3.2.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Film/Video Censorship Officer II who has spent at least three years on the grade. 3.2.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing the qualification specified in subparagraph 3.1.1 above plus at least three years’ post-qualification cognate experience.
3.3 Senior Film/Video Censorship Officer, Grade Level 10 3.3.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Film/Video, Censorship Officer Grade I who has spent at least three years on the grade. 3.3.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing the qualification specified in subparagraph 3.1.1 above plus at least six years’ post-qualification cognate experience.
3.4 Principal Film/Video Censorship Officer, Grade Level 12 3.4.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Senior Film/Video Censorship Officer who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.5 Assistant Chief Fun/Video Censorship Officer, Grade Level 13 3.5.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Principal Film/Video Censorship Officer who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.6 Chief Principal Film/Video Censorship Officer, Grade Level 14 3.6.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Assistant Chief Film/Video Censorship Officer who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.7 Assistant Director, Grade Level 15 3.7.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Chief Film/Video Censorship Officer who has successfully completed the Advanced management Course and spent at least three years on the grade.
3.8 Deputy Director, Grade Level 16 3.8.1 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Assistant Director who has spent at least four years on the grade.
3.9 Director, Grade Level 17 3.9.1 By promotion of a suitable Deputy Director who has spent at least four years on the grade. 3.10 Direct Appointment to posts in Grade Level 12 and above Direct appointments may be made to posts in Grade Level 12 and above; but these will be preceded by specific advertisement at the instance of the Film and Video Censorship Board. Promotions from such direct appointment to higher grades are subject to confirmation of appointments.
Reference: Federal Civil Service Commission: fedcivilservice .gov.ng /hq /includes /download.php ?f=hq /pages /generalItem /Resources Files /12.pdf&fc =SCHEMES OF SERVICE.pdf
