Current Job Vacancies at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

CLOSING DATE: 07 MARCH 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

To be of assistance to the CE’s and to supervise , oversee weekly programme broadcasts to ensure high quality productions that comply with the SABC’s mandate to the Drama Genre

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensures completion and accuracy of business plan paper work and administration
• Ensures completion and accurate administration of all contracts and agreements prior to broadcast
• Monitor overall exposure received to sponsors
• Receive administrative paper work prior to broadcast and distribute to relevant parties
• Support continual analysis and evaluation of current business in order to grow and maximize sponsorship.
• Keep abreast with upcoming and new programmes and schedule changes.
• Keep abreast with all the new and innovative technology in executing of elements.
•   Evaluate proposals and preview programmes prior to transmission in accordance with channel vision, mission and image
• Monitor programme route on schedule and communicate changes
• Monitor overall exposure received to sponsors
• Visit studio and locations
• Facilitates pitching sessions for short-listed producers
• Assist in the review of slots/programmes and audits of schedules and draw up briefs
• Assist with evaluation and negotiation of budgets
• Provide effective follow-up and after sales service to clients, verbally, telephonically and via e-mails and follow up meetings.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with Internal and External clients to building better relationships with all our stakeholders and ensuring correct on-air exposure execution.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in Content Disciplines / Television Production / Media Studies or related Qualification (NQF 6)
• 2 -years Television Production experience and/or Broadcasting Experience.
• Knowledge of the broadcasting industry.
• Project management.
• Research analysis.
• Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends
• Ability to work with clients and suppliers effectively
• A good communicator, motivator and problem solver
• PC literacy is essential (Ms Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.

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CLOSING DATE: 07 MARCH 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To plan, acquire, commission, research, develop and oversee the production, transmission and aggregation of local entertainment programming. Ensure all programmes acquired, produced and delivered are of exceptional quality, within specific channel mandates, brand, market needs and revenue generation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage the value chain of the acquisition of local entertainment content across the formats and sub-genres required by the SABC audio-visual platforms
• Provide effective input and support to the development of Local Production’s planning and content strategies based on market & competitive research
• Ensure all programmes acquired, commissioned and produced is done utilizing market research in trends, innovations and mandates and revenue goals
• Lead the editorial and creative execution of the programmes
• Provide creative and business direction to internal stakeholders towards the promotion, aggregation, broadcast, commercial exploitation and marketing of the programmes
• Editorial oversight of programmes  ensuring that programmes are delivered in line with policies, technical requirements, budget, contractual obligations, quality and channel needs
• Provide programme formats, sub-genres and ideas for tendering
• Develop partnerships with external stakeholders to deliver content quality, innovation and pricing
• Work closely with all commissioned companies in the development and production of programmes
• Responsible for approval of all phases of development, production, delivery and aggregation including but not limited to format bibles, talent, creative execution, production design, key creatives and transmission versions
• Communicate all creative and production information to relevant internal stakeholders for promotion, broadcast and commercialization
• Set all contractual terms and conditions in line with SABC’s policies and procedures and ensure timeous delivery of all contractual obligations, terms and conditions and deliverables
• Ensure Video Entertainment’s universal access strategies are applied to all produced programmes
• Advise the independent production industry of Video Entertainment’s requirements and ensure programmes comply with legal, contractual and copyright requirements.
• Ensure that commissioned programmes meet language requirements
• Regular performance reviews of all content and design, implementation and reporting of target and target improvement
• Assist channels with the scheduling, viewer advisory and ICASA reporting on all programmes
• Conceptualise and provide creative input into programmes that generates the required audiences and revenue objectives
• Keeping abreast of industry trends locally and in internationally to inform production strategies in R&D, Development, Production, Post-Production and Aggregation.
• Oversee the channel cost per minute for the production requirements together with Production Management
• Ensure that Production companies deliver productions within approved budget and implement risk mitigation strategies per production
• Manage all cash flow aspects of delivery through the approval against “Delivery Requirements”
• Manage financial risk by ensuring all signed invoices are approved against approved deliveries.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters with regards to all productions.
• Ensure all commissioning processes are followed in terms of proposal evaluations, shortlisting and pitching.
• Approve talent aligned to SABC’s talent strategy, marketing objectives and channel brand and identity
• Ensure all timelines and processes are followed in terms of Standard Operating Procedures within division
• Oversee and report on Occupational Health and Safety matter on productions
• Provide necessary information  to PR and SABC marketing on all programmes
• Implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework in relation to all productions.
• Provide monthly production reports on all productions detailed risks, delivery, mandate and editorial matters.
• Ensure that all mandates reporting documentation is received by production companies. These include Final Control Sheets (FC sheets), Delivery Requirements Specifications (contract annexure) and language requirements on all productions.
• Foster relationships with business partners through collaboration, coaching, educating and appreciating of business priorities.
• Manage internal and external relationships to support efficient content delivery.
• Address all Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) complaints.
• Ensure producers’ delivery towards Video Entertainment’s Transformation Plans.
• Provide industry development support when required on productions.
• Seek editorial partnerships with external parties to ensure rigor in terms of cost efficiencies, language, culture, history and environment.
• Manage all live productions from an executive producing perspective

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Content disciplines / Television production or related qualifications.
• 5 years Television production experience and/or broadcasting experience.
• More than 5 years editorial and production management experience
• 2 years in a senior position in an editorial and production environment, in any of the disciplines
• Strong editorial skills and format creation  
• Knowledge of commissioning processes and the allocation of resources to reach objectives on time and within budget
• Strong understanding of production and broadcast technology
• Good project management skills.
• Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends
• Ability to work with clients and suppliers effectively
• A good communicator, motivator and problem solver
• PC literacy is essential (Ms Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• A self-starter willing to take the initiative
• Understanding of the public sector regulatory framework
•  Understanding of the broadcasting regulatory framework in South Africa
• Valid driver’s licence
• Production management, design and finance knowledge
• Creative flair

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Main purpose:          

Reporting to the Regulatory Compliance Specialist: To assist Policy and Regulatory Affairs Department to perform its scheduling analysis function in respect of TV and Radio performance against license conditions and other regulatory requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY  

• Analyse preliminary schedules and alert scheduling managers if quotas are not met to ensure a high level of awareness on regulatory responsibilities.
• Analyse reconciled broadcast schedules and provide feedback to channels on performance against licence conditions and regulations for inclusion in monthly reports.
• Conduct data analysis and relevant scenario planning to ensure compliance by TV and Radio.
• Calculate impact of proposed schedule changes on mandate compliance; sift data, notice trends and variances.
• Extract and validate data from Integrated Broadcast Management System (IBMS) or Television Broadcast Management system (TVBMS) for analysis of Television schedules.
• Plan for the implementation when new licence conditions and regulations prevail.
• Ensure that data capturing is correct and identify data conflicts.
• Promote the ethos of the Public Broadcaster in respect of its mandate.
• Monitor and Evaluate TV and Radio services to ensure compliance.
• Provide monthly reports and give regular feedback.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, Icasa regulations, the BCCSA Codes of Conduct, Press Council Code, SABC editorial policies and news and current affairs style guide.
• Monitor implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Monitor and report on the internal risk.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT    

• Contribute towards Liaison with ICASA on the reporting about compliance.
• Liaise with Internal Stakeholders with regards to compliance (Radio, TV and BIT)
• Represent the department in meetings with channels.
• Represent the department in all discussions related to the introduction of new software systems in the SABC (TVBMS, SAP, etc.).

LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION  

• Coach, mentor and develop the team.
• Manage the employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment.
• Ensure the implementation of organisational development initiatives i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent Management, and Human Capital Planning etc.

 INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma / Degree in Human Sciences majoring in   Statistics or equivalent qualifications. (NQF6/7)

 EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years’ experience in data analysis and policy regulatory environment.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the new licensing conditions, broadcasting regulations and editorial policies.
• Excellent organizational, planning & communication.
• Understanding of broadcast policy and regulations.
• Ability to manage relationships across all levels
• Knowledge of governance and organizational processes
• Understanding of the broadcast industry
• Statistical analysis.

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PURPOSE

• Effective and Efficient development, maintenance, support, and enhancement of SABC Digital products (Websites and Mobile Applications). Provide appropriate product development lead role in the entire product development lifecycle including design, development, deployment, and maintenance of new and existing features in line with business requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Design, Develop and implement SABC Digital products (Websites and Mobile Applications) solutions to meet business and end-user needs.
• Design, Develop and implement SABC Digital products (Websites and Mobile Applications) solutions following best practice coding standards, procedures and SABC Corporate identity.
• Design, Develop and implement SABC Digital products (Websites and Mobile Applications) solutions in agreed timelines and business requirements.
• Integrate existing as well as new applications or systems onto digital platforms where required.
• Appropriate debugging, troubleshooting, optimization and maintenance of digital products and code.
• Application testing, code reviews, performance, and stress testing of developed solutions for optimal performance.
• Develop, update, and maintain digital products technical documentation.
• Maintain code in the repository and build reusable code and libraries for digital products.
• Provide technical support to management to ensure that product goals are met and dependencies are managed.
• Regular and accurate reporting to management on digital product development progress.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Cooperation with regulatory and policy affairs to ensure compliance with broadcasting policies, legislation, regulations and licence conditions.
• Ensure compliance with SABC policy and procedures. 
• Ensure compliance with SABC Methodologies and Best practice standards for digital product development.
• Ensure compliance with the SABC digital products change and release management requirements.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Work with various cross-functional stakeholders across the business to ensure requirements are met and dependencies are managed.
• Lead and ensure effective cohesion within the development team in the execution of development duties.
• Provide support, coaching, and training to the development team.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant 3-year Diploma/Degree NQF 6 in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4 Years senior digital products (Web & Apps) development experience.
• At least 2 years of experience/exposure to team lead role.

In-depth knowledge and Experience in web development:

• Full-Stack development: PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML.

In-depth knowledge and Experience in mobile development for Android, iOS, and Huawei:

• Hybrid Apps: Cordova, Ionic
• Native Apps: React Native

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of working in an Agile delivery environment (Scrum) is a must.
• Knowledge and understanding of Web and app design: UX, UI, Architecture
• Knowledge and understanding of WordPress: Theme and plugin development & installation and Page builders.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with REST APIs.
• Knowledge and understanding of Database management: SQL, MySQL.