Internship Policy and Regulatory Affairs at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

Purpose

The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide administrative support to the department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives.

About the Team

Policy & Regulatory Affairs  Team is responsible for providing the necessary support to ensure that the SABC television channels and radio stations comply with all regulatory requirements and that the necessary compliance reports are made to ICASA and other Authorities.

Responsibilities:

•  Assist with tracking compliance with licence conditions by collating and analysing data, schedules and recordings for compliance;
• Assist with preparation of compliance reports and presentations on performance of stations/channels in accordance with stipulated regulatory requirements;
• Assist with undertaking research on policy and regulatory issues as required;
• Assist with liaising with stations and channels on compliance matters, ensuring that stations and channels are kept abreast of their requirements and their performance against those requirements
• Assist with monitoring competitor activities;
• Assist in preparations for hearings and submissions to ICASA and other Authorities;
• Assist with complaints management; and
• Attend relevant public hearings where necessary.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma or  Degree Media Studies or Social Sciences or relevant (NQF6/7)

KNOWLEDGE

• Able to handle confidential information
• Proactive person with above average initiative
• Professional telephone manner
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
• Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, SAP, E-mail & Internet) with above average competence in presentation software (MS PowerPoint)
• Thorough knowledge of office administration
• High level planning and organising skills
• Detail orientated with strong focus on accuracy.