Careers at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage all translations and production sessions. 
• Brief and follow up with the translators and copywriters to ensure brief and deadline are met.
• Conceptualise scripts when required.
• Approval of scripts from Production Coordinator / Assistant or Client / Translators.
• Active involvement in producing radio, video entertainment commercials.
• Recommend voice artist as per client requirements.
• Manage Post-Production by ensuring production files are updated with production control forms fully completed as per the production session.
• Attend daily office status meetings.
• Attend pre & postproduction meetings as and when required.
• Manage the Production and directing of all production sessions.
• Determine time estimates for each production for booking and quotations purposes.
• Direct production to meet clients’ approved needs.
• Prepare and conduct client workshops/presentations to maximize revenue for RAP.
• Ensure all scripts meet ASA (Advertising Standards Authority) regulations.
• Monitor Standard Operating Procedures for the unit.
• Monitor internal control measures to ensure good governance aligned with relevant legislation and policies.
• Forward final translations to clients on receiving signed approval as and when required.
• Briefing client, voice artist, and engineers with regards to the script.
• Attend workshops/client functions.
• Conducting auditions to develop new talent.
• Establish networks and relationships with key decision-makers.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Advertising / Communications / Marketing or relevant qualification
• 3-5 years of Radio, Video, and Digital Media production experience
• Knowledge of the media broadcasting industry and through-the-line planning
• Project management
• Persuasion and negotiations skills
• PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the advertising industry, trends and developments, and SABC brands.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
• Knowledge of the different African languages and cultures
• Knowledge of the ASA Code of Advertising Practice
• Good time Management and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure.

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY

• Develop and monitor the execution of the Technology strategy in alignment with the Corporate Strategy and Corporate Plan
• Monitor the effective execution and implementation of the Technology Strategy.
• Provide strategic direction to the Technology General Management Team to provide a cost effective, reliable and sustainable technology services to internal customers.
• Review Technology Operating Model in line with broader organisational business objectives.
• Repositioning of the Technology Division as a preferred Technology House.
• Provide technological and digital strategic advice to the SABC’s Executives on Technology and Distribution issues.
• Ensure the growth of SABC Plus (SABC+) as the corporation’s flagship platform and offering.
• Ensure the strategy is cascaded to Group Executive and the Board of Directors

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION & INNOVATION

• Oversee and align the digital evolution of broadcasting technology platforms and capabilities to support modern broadcasting.
• Appropriate and reliable technological infrastructure enabling commercial and revenue generation
• Ensure mitigation of the final Analogue Switch-Off is responsible implemented.
• Work with other teams and Divisions to ensure successful implementation of an SABC owned Satellite platform (DTH)
• Ensure SABC+ growth and monetisation models are developed and implemented
• Ensure Digital automation & transformation to increase efficiency / responsiveness, intelligent decision making & content configuration
• Ensure Digitisation of the SABC’s legacy (archive) targeted content for monetization
• Oversee the implementation and on-boarding of most digital initiatives within the Corporation
• Lead the SABC in this new era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Develop a strategy to effectively market the Technology Services, Facilities and Studios, in order to ensure optimal exposure and visibility to potential clients.
• Optimal integration of departmental functions and strategies, in order to achieve objectives.
• Ensure operational performance exceeds service level targets and KPI’s.
• Develop and implement business processes and practices in line with Operating model and broadcast best practice.
• Direct development and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan.
• Bi-annual review of actual against planned objectives and introduction of corrective measures.
• Successful project completion as per project timelines, scope and budget and appropriately address controllable non-performance.
• Ensure that all users are aware of the organisation’s Information Technology security policies.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Oversee and manage the Long-Term Capex Expenditure Budget for the organisation.
• Oversee Divisional operational expenditure against approved budget and introduce corrective measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability.
• Set guidelines on optimal fund distribution/ allocation in accordance with the organisational budget constraints and strategic/ operational requirements.
• High-level review of all projects’ financial performance to evaluate progress.
• Manage assets in accordance with organisational Asset Management Policy.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Ensure adherence to policies, organisational imperatives, legislative and any other regulatory prescripts
• Ensure resolution of all internal and external audit findings are resolved and addresses the identified gaps
• Ensure that all Technology policies are aligned to digital transformation imperatives, legislative, and regulatory prescripts.
• Ensure that the above is adhered to by Board, Executive Leadership, management, and employees.
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the Strategic, Operational, and Project Risks are optimized and aligned to the SABC Risk Management Framework
• Review and ensure the implementation of Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Management Framework
• Proactive identification and communication of potential risks in accordance with SABC policies and Procedures
• Convene and chair Divisional Risk Management Committee meeting to ensure compliance in line with framework.

 PARTNERSHIPS AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Build and maintain supplier’s relationships and manage the procurement of technology equipment.
• Manage the service level agreements SLAs.
• Communicate effectively with internal clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Effective stakeholder relationships and good cross-functional communication between production teams, clients and management.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Ensure compliance with all Human Resource Management requirements in accordance with annual calendar of people / talent management practices as well as sound employee lifecycle requirements (performance management, career development, succession planning, competency development, and talent retention.)
• Effective implementation and tracking of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Ensure development and execution of Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members within the Technology Division.
• Ensure detailed workforce management planning to ensure optimal utilisation of all staff within the Technology Division.
• Creating pipeline of talent: influencing attraction and retention of right skills at right times within Technology to ensure that they are fit for purpose for today and tomorrow’s world of work.
• Mentoring, coaching and facilitating key talent within Technology.
• Implementing appropriate models for rewards and recognition of staff, where necessary.
• Develop and implement effective succession planning to ensure the strength of the bench continues to be strong 

 INHERENT REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Post Graduate Technology qualification (NQF 8) in Broadcasting Systems, or Information Systems, or Information Communication Leadership, or equivalent qualifications
• Relevant Post Graduate business or leadership qualification, with MBA an added advantage

EXPERIENCE

• 10 or more years in Broadcasting experience in General Management.
• 5 or more years should have been at Group Executive level, preferably in the Broadcasting industry.
• 10 Years’ experience in the Media and Technology industry.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Opex contributions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
• Minor Capex contribution to ensure new requirements are addressed.
• Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability.
• Above average rating of SLA.
• Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports.
• Adhere to service delivery standards.
• Execute operational production requirements.
• Operate facility equipment.
• Mic placements as per SOP.
• Record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams.
• Assist in recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards.
• Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards.
• Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request.
• Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards.
• Record distributions in line with archiving best practice.
• Setup mix-minus.
• Operating digital playout systems.
• Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary).
• On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
• Report and escalate risk findings.
• Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures.
• 95% of assets verified annually.
• Responsible control of all SABC Broadcast assets.
• Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
• Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request.
• Provide basic operational assistance & guidance to customers/users.
• Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints.
• Compliance with performance management policies and procedures.
• Performance agreements with manager annually.
• Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant Qualification.
• Advantage: Sound Engineering Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6).
• Advantage: Proficient in Tshivenda
• Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in broadcast environment with relevant experience in Digital Sound & Video within live, production and post-production environment.