Career Opportunities at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To develop, manage and execute against Sales strategy in order to increase market share and maximise revenue collection for the Organisation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  Ensure consistent achievement of the segments revenue targets.
•  Lead and manage Account Executive
•  Execute growth Sales strategy within segments
•  Ensure end to end customer service
•  Communicate and cascade Sales strategy to Account Executive
•  Identify any sales hindrances and find progressive solution
•  Manage the migration and implementation of digitalisation within Account Executives
•  Facilitate and draw up key account plans and ensure execution
•  Establish pipe-line management and protocols in ensuring revenue generation delivery
•  Manage the Segment Unit operating budget in such a manner as to encourage cost containment.
•  Ensure consistent achievement of revenue generation and market share growth objectives.
•  Ensure sustainable and profitable growth
•  Defend and grow commitment business opportunities
•  Identify and exploit new business opportunities.
•  Identify and pursue lapsed or lost business opportunities
•  Drive optimal sell out of inventory against revenue target
•  Ensure collaboration with other Departments to optimize sales objectives
•  Set guidelines to ensure optimized utilization of marketing and pricing strategy
•  Ensure effective marketing of Sales to maintain credibility and visibility.
•  Ensure optimal utilization of research data to support decision making.
•  Review and Report on the overall performance of the segments in line with objectives and targets
•  Inculcate high performance culture and hold individuals accountable  Monitor, report on the operational risks and compliance.
•  Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures.
•  Oversee the management of Sales risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
•  Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
•  Review and implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework (COSO Model):
  •  Governance and Strategy
  •  Risk Mitigation Plan
  •  Formulate Internal Control
  •  Communications
  •  Monitoring and Evaluation
•  Monitor execution of internal risk audits and address gaps and provide execution of mitigation strategies.
•  Evaluate all business plans against the Sales guidelines, policies and SOP’s.
•  Resolve audit findings, when applicable and recommended  Communicate with external and internal stakeholders, in order to ensure optimal delivery of Sales objectives
•  Create and maintain cross functional communication with other Divisions
•  Advance Company’s interest in all negotiations with external Stakeholders to maximise revenue generation
•  Develop and Implement compelling and innovative client solutions
•  Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures
•  Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
•  Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff
•  Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members
•  Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

•  Relevant Business qualification / Three Year Tertiary Qualification NQF 6
•  5 years’ Sales experience in Media Environment of which 3 should be on Supervisory Level.
•  Proven past achievements in sales management, negotiation ability and relationship building
•  Sales knowledge (pipeline management, target setting and team deployment)
•  Business planning and complexity theory
•  Budget management and forward scenario planning of cost and revenue budgets
•  PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
•  Strategic management
•  Management information systems
•  Financial accounting standards
•  Scenario planning and Trend analysis
•  Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape
•  Project management
•  Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations
•  Comprehensive understanding of business principles relevant to sales management

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Main Purpose of the position

• To provide strategic direction, guidance and management of the station in a cost-effective and efficient manner, in compliance with the license conditions and South African Broadcasting Corporation PBS mandate to maximise audience and revenue opportunities.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement station strategy in line with the country’s foreign policy as well as the overarching SABC strategy and business objectives.
• Guide the development and implementation of programming and marketing plans aligned to audience needs and mandate obligations.
•  Develop and evaluate business plans in line with brand requirements and financial sustainability.
• Develop plans to reach new markets and increase Channel Africa’s penetration in the continent.
• Communicate station strategy to all staff and supporting departments to ensure alignment.
• Oversee and monitor marketing of the station in Africa to ensure creation of opportunities for collaboration to achieve financial sustainability, audience growth and brand awareness.
•  Identify and exploit alternative revenue streams with internal and external stakeholders.
•  Monitor and oversee the delivery of high quality programme content that can be sold or licence to other broadcasters.
•  Facilitate and support creative processes by both marketing and programming teams.
•  Facilitate the commissioning of research and ensure optimal utilisation of research findings in critical decision making.
•  Monitor and ensure that content developed for the station is in line with the mandate and is exploitable beyond initial broadcast.
•  Facilitate talent scouting initiatives, in South Africa and the continent, and implement development plans for acquired talent.
•  Compile and manage the utilisation of station budget.
•  Monitor and manage station financial performance in line with the mandate and SABC’s sustainability goals.
•  Manage the contracting and payment of independent contractor as well as other service providers.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and adhere to SABC policies and procedures, as well as international laws.
• Develop and implement the Standard Operating Procedures as well as other necessary controls to ensure accountability and delivery of high quality services.
•  Address audit findings including consequence management, and close all gaps in compliance.
•  Oversee the management of risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial losses and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations
• Maintain close relations with Sales and Adventure in order to adequately define stations’ revenue requirements and close any gaps.
•  Initiate trade marketing activities in relevant African markets in consultation with Sales and Corporate Affairs.
•  Provide continuous feedback to senior management and station team regarding operational status and strategy performance.
•  Closely manage external and internal stakeholders in order to ensure optimal delivery on PBS mandate as well as exploitation of revenue opportunities.
• Contract and evaluate staff performance in accordance with organizational Performance Management System and policy
•  Ensure adequate staffing for fair workload distribution and effective leadership (including leave Management).
•  Effective briefing of and communication with departmental staff and senior managemnt.
•  Complete personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members
•  Provide a conducive work environment that supports creativity and personal growth.
•  Coach, mentor and guide junior employees.
•  Provide leadership on the retention and attraction of staff, and champion succession planning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations/Journalism//Media Studies or equivalent qualification. NQF 7
• 6 years’ experience in a broadcasting environment of which 3 years should be in Radio Station management level.
• Understanding of ICASA regulations, South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other relevant legislation, BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies, and other quality assurance tools.
•  Advanced knowledge and understanding of African politics and socio-economic issues.
•  Radio production processes and systems.
•  Excellent understanding of the international media space.
•  Experience in planning, budgeting for and executing special broadcasts and projects.
•  Strategic thinking and ability to improvise and innovate.
•  International stakeholder management.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•  Business writing.
•  Ability to work under pressure.
•  Project management skills.
•  Digital media and computer skills.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

• Instruct technical assistant as to assistance required.
• Gather all necessary tools, equipment and materials.
• Transport tools, equipment and materials to worksite.
• Assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed.
• Prepare tools, equipment and materials for use,
• Build according to set standard plan.
• Clean up worksite.
• Return all tools and equipment to builder’s stores.
• Report unsatisfactory conditions to supervisor.
• Discuss problems encountered with supervisor and resolve them as instructed.
• Report back to supervisor once job is completed.
   

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE 

• Carry out inspections of building
• Ensure adherence to Building Maintenance standards.
• Adhere to safety regulations and standard safe practices.
   

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Assist management in sourcing equipment and materials required.
   

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Certificate in artisan or equivalent qualification
• Qualified artisan in a recognised trade. Apprenticeship completed

EXPERIENCE

• 3 Years’ experience in a maintenance and building environment.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of fire protection reticulation equipment.
• Experience on plumbing systems for high rise buildings.
• Works effectively with others, co-operates with colleagues and is sensitive to people’s needs.
• Identifies problems and finds solutions to them. 
• Isolates problem areas and uses appropriate techniques to solve them.
• Uses machinery and equipment safely. 
• Doesn’t put self or others at risk of injury. 
• Understanding of potential dangers in the workplace.
• Knowledge of hand and motor skills needed to perform essential work activities.

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Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer:

• To focus on the investigation of historic Irregular Expenditure (IE) with the aim of identifying the root cause, fraudulent, corrupt or other criminal conduct, the responsible parties, whether any financial losses have been incurred, any breakdowns in the designed internal controls and impact thereof and whether appropriate corrective measures or consequence management has been applied or may still be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

OPERATIONAL PLAN

• Execute investigations as approved by the Irregular Expenditure Project Manager in the SCM Governance Division. This will include the following:
• Gather, review and analyse data in support of an investigation.
• Conducts interviews, sources and reviews documents and keep an investigation diary.
• Identify root cause of the Irregular Expenditure, including but not limited to fraudulent, corrupt and criminal conduct.
• Identify responsible parties for the Irregular Expenditure.
• Identify whether financial losses were suffered because of the Irregular Expenditure incurred.
• Prepare work papers to adequately document investigations performed with supporting evidence for all investigative findings.
• Write reports and draft affidavits and/or prepare dockets for criminal and civil proceedings when required.
• Testify in disciplinary and criminal proceedings when required.
• Prepare and present recommendation reports to the Loss Control Committee
• Prepare and present to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board or the Board or support the Loss Control Committee in these presentations.

 
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Report on fraud, corruption related risks and compliance matters.
• Identify internal control weaknesses during investigations and report such to management to prevent reoccurrences of similar events.
• Identify root cause of fraud and corruption and recommend preventative measures to management.
• Identify policy contraventions and weaknesses and recommend corrective measures.
• Determine whether appropriate corrective measures to mitigate the internal control weaknesses have been implemented
• Determine whether appropriate consequence management has been applied or may still be required

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Perform projects in accordance with the approved project plan.
• Conduct investigations within the agreed targets and priorities.

 
ADMINISTRATION

• Ensure accurate preservation and protection of all relevant data and case content for successful investigation and consequence management and/or prosecution.
• Administer the necessary systems in order to provide timeous and accurate management information.
• Maintain a data base of information.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate investigation files.
• Communicate with various levels of the organization, including Senior Management.
• Provide concise and meaningful updates to the Loss Control Committee, Internal Audit, senior management, human resources and legal team

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• A relevant finance or audit related Bachelor’s degree(NQF level 7)

EXPERIENCE

• Completed articles in the AGSA or private firms that did work on behalf of the AGSA or completed training in any Public sector Entity, SOE or Department,
• Demonstrated understanding of the supply chain processes as outlined in the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations,
• Performed audit/investigation of Irregular Expenditure and Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure, including investigation of fraud and corruption, for at least two years.
• Prior SCM working experience or having been a member on any of the BSC/BEC/BAC Committees that plays a role in the supply chain process for at least two years will be advantageous.
• No less than 6 years post article experience in audit, investigations and/or SCM of which three years should be at management level.

KNOWLEDGE

• Report writing
• Presentation preparation and presenting
• Engagement with internal and external stakeholders and interested parties
• Knowledge of public sector SCM legislative environment
• Knowledge of criminal law, law of evidence and civil recovery procedures will be advantageous