The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC (SOC) Limited, is a Schedule 2 (Major Public Entity) entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act NO. 1 of 1999, as amended. It was established through an Act of Parliament in 1936, which replaced the previous state-controlled African Broadcasting Corporation. This was followed by the enactment of the ...
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Script English and Afrikaans news content as assigned.
Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair.
Adhere to designated English and Afrikaans language requirements.
Ensure that language usage is accurate and formal.
Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories.
Conduct field, archival and other research.
Conduct interviews and Q&As in English and Afrikaans when required.
Use multi-media platforms to promote Afrikaans news content and ensure adherence to digital media guidelines.
Write/script, voice, and package stories as required in English Afrikaans.
Deliver news bulletin within set duration.
Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
Engage professionally with the audiences to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity.
Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, broadcasting, and applicable legislation, ICASA regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC Editorial Policies and appropriate news and current affairs style guide etc.
Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
REQUIREMENTS:
National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or equivalent qualifications NQF6/7
Proficiency in English and Afrikaans: (read, write and speak)
.Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally.
Good general knowledge
Computer literacy
Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders.
Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalist tool
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