Licensing Officer at The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA)

Key Outputs: The successful candidate will report to the Manager: Service Broadcasting and their responsibilities will include: 

• Analysis of Broadcasting Services applications, registrations, and channel authorisation, taking into account applicable legislation, regulations, license conditions, and compliance reports 
• Provide expert advice on licensing matters, undertake research, and prepare analysis memorandums and recommendations 
• Attend to queries relating to broadcasting licensing 
• Broadcasting licensing administration and Project management and support 
• Participation in inter-departmental project/activities 
• Conducting public hearings and make recommendations on decisions 
• Assist the Legal Department in preparing and compiling evidence/ documents in relation to licensing issues and compliance with court orders 
• Conduct presentations on the broadcasting licensing regime, processes and procedures and related licensing matters. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• An Undergraduate qualification in Law, Electrical Engineering, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or Economics (NQF Level 6 or 7)
• A Postgraduate qualification in Law, Electrical Engineering, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or Economics (NQF Level 8 or higher) will be advantageous 
• Minimum of 5 years working experience, within the ICT sector of which a minimum of 2 years must be within the broadcasting, compliance and/or regulatory environment 
• Experience in stakeholder management 
• Experience in Research and Analysis.