The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC (SOC) Limited, is a Schedule 2 (Major Public Entity) entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act NO. 1 of 1999, as amended. It was established through an Act of Parliament in 1936, which replaced the previous state-controlled African Broadcasting Corporation. This was followed by the enactment of the ...
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Maintain fixed asset register of departments, business units or provinces to which assigned.
- Accurately record newly acquired assets.
- Allocate bar codes to fixed assets and create/update master records.
- Identify and validate by means of verification through bar-code label linked to the asset tracking system and the fixed asset register.
- Identify assets clearly through accurate descriptions contained in the fixed asset register.
- Update fixed asset register with any transfers of assets between cost centres and physical locations.
- Recommend the corrective measures and process the applicable form for unutilised assets to be signed off by the supervisor.
- Check forms completed for the write off, of obsolete/stolen assets for completeness and accuracy before capturing on system and submitting it to the supervisor.
- Record profit or losses on disposals of fixed assets as per invoices received.
- Conduct and validate physical verification of fixed assets for every asset at least once per annum.
- Record results of the physical verification against fixed asset register and report differences to supervisor for approval to amend the register.
- Analyse and clear asset--under-construction accounts in the general ledger on a regular basis on minor and major projects.
- Accurately classify and reclassify all fixed assets in the fixed asset register.
- Identify and correct inaccurate entries in the fixed asset register.
- Monitor and review work performed by asset verifiers.
- Remind end-users to report any fixed assets losses.
- Perform ad-hoc assignments as required by the Supervisor.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Liaise with the Insurance Department to enable the processing of relevant documents for lost, stolen or damaged fixed assets.
- Liaise with Capex Administration to identify problems in the assets under construction accounts.
- Timeous resolution of fixed assets related queries.
- Consult with clients and employees with queries related to Assets.
- Consult and advise internal clients with queries related to assets management.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- Understanding and applying of all relevant statutes, BCEA, LRA, and PFMA.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Update fixed asset register for assets sold or written off as approved in accordance with policies.
- Continuously inform/advise/update all employees on policies, procedures and new developments.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12
- Degree or National diploma in accounting NQF 6/ 7 or relevant qualification
EXPERIENCE
- 3 years financial accounting / fixed assets experience
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Develop and implement strategic marketing and brand building plans, in order to retain and increase current market share.
- Improve programme marketability and profitability by researching trends, identifying and capitalising on market opportunities;
- Effectively promote programmes and on-air personalities to increase audience growth in accordance with the station strategy.
- Liaise with and sustain rapport with relevant internal and external media owners (television, radio, press and magazine) to ensure effective publicity of the station.
- Oversee all station Digital platforms (websites, social media and apps) to ensure growth of digital communities and creation of revenue generation opportunities.
- Develop and implement trade and consumer below-the-line strategy.
- Develop and implement a PR & Communications Strategy, for traditional and online platforms.
- Identify marketing opportunities by identifying consumer requirements; defining market, competitors’ share, and competitors’ advantages and weaknesses; forecasting projected business.
- Improve programme marketability and profitability by researching, identifying, and capitalising on market opportunities.
- Develop business cases and proposals for the implementation of strategic marketing activities.
- Develop briefs for the sourcing of external marketing and brand agencies.
- Manage contracts with external agencies and all suppliers.
- Plan, determine, manage and ensure cost-effective utilisation of marketing budget.
- Identify and exploit alternative revenue streams.
- Plan and execute all Marketing related events, including goods reconciliation, post campaign and post event analysis reports.
- Provide monthly and quarterly reports on the department’s performance (inclusive of CSI and Digital activities)
- Maintain and update an electronic and manual filling system.
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures and to address gaps and promote accountability.
- Oversee the management of risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
- Comply with SCM procedures and effectively manage contracts with internal and external partners.
- Adherence to PFMA and compliance with industry regulations and SABC policies and procedures.
- Communicate and sustain rapport with relevant internal and external media owners to ensure effective publicity of the station.
- Develop and Present proposals to internal and external stakeholder to enhance communication, awareness and buy-in of station projects.
- Manage, maintain and expand customer base, exploit specific data, anticipate and explore new opportunities.
- Collect, analyse and present marketing information to management for decision making.
- Synergise and provide information to Sales workforce for trade marketing purposes.
- Liaise with Radio Sales to ensure that product campaigns run smoothly and on-time for client satisfaction.
- Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Ensure adequate staffing for workload and effective leadership (including leave management).
- Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff.
- Complete Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
- Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.
- Individual coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance and developmental needs.
- Transfer of skills in line with succession planning principles.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree/B. Tech in Marketing/Communications/Media Studies or relevant qualification at NQF Level 7.
- 5 years’ experience in marketing, preferably in the broadcasting industry and 2 years should be at supervisory level.
- Understanding of legislation, policies, SOPs and procedures relating to Radio Broadcasting industry
- Understanding of Advertising industry legislation, rules, norms and standards.
- Knowledge and wide network in various industries.
- Ability to analyze research and identify industry trends.
- Digital marketing qualification.
- Development of strategy for consumer and trade marketing.
- Expert knowledge of and experience of utilizing digital technology tools for marketing purposes.
- Driving License
- Understanding Public Finance Management Act
- Expert knowledge of Marketing and Brand building.
- Sound understanding of the radio broadcasting industry.
- Digital marketing principles
- Creative thinking ability.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of the station and its target audience.
- Proficiency in English and Afrikaans
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provide to operational submissions to Line Manager with regard to Business Unit Strategy input in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
- Contribute to Opex and Capex Plans
- Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development,
- Provide operational designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
- Participate in Capex project and system execution, commissioning and operational workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
- Finance Motivations
- Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations
- Accurate submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
- Opex contribution to ensure broadcast systems sustainability
- Specialised Sound/Video skills ensuring alternative Revenue Streams, eg CD Artists Recording, Font of House, Webinars, External Live Broadcasts, etc as per external tariff list
- Designing fit-for-purpose innovative operational solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions
- Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
- Above average rating of SLA
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to line manager as required
- Contribute to service delivery standards and guide the team to achieve them
- Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (broadcast, recording, production and post production), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations
- Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed
- Identify and coordinate operational production requirements
- Transmit audio/visual in liaison with Main Control as per schedule (production/OB)
- Plan, obtain, setup, test and operate facility equipment
- Setup and operate camera and Live View for News and external broadcasts
- Full and comprehensive understanding of mic placements and industry best practises.
- Guide and set up in the field programming, recordings, mixing and front-of-house for all audio requirements
- Plan, execute comprehensive multi-layered drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams
- Plan, and execute recordings in accordance to customer requirements and broadcast standards
- Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request
- Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards
- Setup mix-minus and program audio desks.
- Operating digital playout systems
- 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
- Contribute to procurement of correct digital solution in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
- Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans
- Monitor adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
- 95% of assets verified annually
- Effective control and management of all assets falling within area of control and outside broadcasts.
- Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner
- Monitor compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance
- Operational assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best operational options
- Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
- Performance agreements with manager annually
- Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
- Individual operational training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in technical broadcast environment, of the 7 years a minimum of 3 years as Senior Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services within a Broadcast Environment
- Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Maintain fixed asset register of departments, business units or provinces to which assigned.
- Accurately record newly acquired assets.
- Allocate bar codes to fixed assets and create/update master records.
- Identify and validate by means of verification through bar-code label linked to the asset tracking system and the fixed asset register.
- Identify assets clearly through accurate descriptions contained in the fixed asset register.
- Update fixed asset register with any transfers of assets between cost centres and physical locations.
- Recommend the corrective measures and process the applicable form for unutilised assets to be signed off by the supervisor.
- Check forms completed for the write off, of obsolete/stolen assets for completeness and accuracy before capturing on system and submitting it to the supervisor.
- Record profit or losses on disposals of fixed assets as per invoices received.
- Conduct and validate physical verification of fixed assets for every asset at least once per annum.
- Record results of the physical verification against fixed asset register and report differences to supervisor for approval to amend the register.
- Analyse and clear asset--under-construction accounts in the general ledger on a regular basis on minor and major projects.
- Accurately classify and reclassify all fixed assets in the fixed asset register.
- Identify and correct inaccurate entries in the fixed asset register.
- Monitor and review work performed by asset verifiers.
- Remind end-users to report any fixed assets losses.
- Perform ad-hoc assignments as required by the Supervisor.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Liaise with the Insurance Department to enable the processing of relevant documents for lost, stolen or damaged fixed assets.
- Liaise with Capex Administration to identify problems in the assets under construction accounts.
- Timeous resolution of fixed assets related queries.
- Consult with clients and employees with queries related to Assets.
- Consult and advise internal clients with queries related to assets management.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- Understanding and applying of all relevant statutes, BCEA, LRA, and PFMA.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Update fixed asset register for assets sold or written off as approved in accordance with policies.
- Continuously inform/advise/update all employees on policies, procedures and new developments.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12
- Degree or National diploma in accounting NQF 6/ 7 or relevant qualification
EXPERIENCE
- 3 years financial accounting / fixed assets experience
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Maintain fixed asset register of departments, business units or provinces to which assigned.
- Accurately record newly acquired assets.
- Allocate bar codes to fixed assets and create/update master records.
- Identify and validate by means of verification through bar-code label linked to the asset tracking system and the fixed asset register.
- Identify assets clearly through accurate descriptions contained in the fixed asset register.
- Update fixed asset register with any transfers of assets between cost centres and physical locations.
- Recommend the corrective measures and process the applicable form for unutilised assets to be signed off by the supervisor.
- Check forms completed for the write off, of obsolete/stolen assets for completeness and accuracy before capturing on system and submitting it to the supervisor.
- Record profit or losses on disposals of fixed assets as per invoices received.
- Conduct and validate physical verification of fixed assets for every asset at least once per annum.
- Record results of the physical verification against fixed asset register and report differences to supervisor for approval to amend the register.
- Analyse and clear asset--under-construction accounts in the general ledger on a regular basis on minor and major projects.
- Accurately classify and reclassify all fixed assets in the fixed asset register.
- Identify and correct inaccurate entries in the fixed asset register.
- Monitor and review work performed by asset verifiers.
- Remind end-users to report any fixed assets losses.
- Perform ad-hoc assignments as required by the Supervisor.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Liaise with the Insurance Department to enable the processing of relevant documents for lost, stolen or damaged fixed assets.
- Liaise with Capex Administration to identify problems in the assets under construction accounts.
- Timeous resolution of fixed assets related queries.
- Consult with clients and employees with queries related to Assets.
- Consult and advise internal clients with queries related to assets management.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- Understanding and applying of all relevant statutes, BCEA, LRA, and PFMA.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Update fixed asset register for assets sold or written off as approved in accordance with policies.
- Continuously inform/advise/update all employees on policies, procedures and new developments.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12
- Degree or National diploma in accounting NQF 6/ 7 or relevant qualification
EXPERIENCE
- 3 years financial accounting / fixed assets experience
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Key Performance Areas:
- Plan, control and ensure the efficient maintenance of all TV Studios technical equipment and facilities in order to provide optimal functionality, whilst ensuring adherence to manufacturing specifications
- Direct, manage, guide, motivate and develop the technology team
- Advise and consult with clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions
- Oversee the design and installation of all TV Studios technical facilities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery on client needs and requirements
- Liaise with internal and external service providers and vendors, in order to ensure optimal delivery on SABC needs and requirements
- Efficient management and control of technology fixed assets, ensuring the accurate, prompt and sound registering of all items
- Continually monitor and assess the external environment, new equipment, technologies and technology trends, in order to enhance the efficiencies and effectiveness of technology operations within TV Studios environment
- Ensure adherence to safety and health regulations
- Continual monitoring of business performance against set targets in order to ensure optimal delivery on objectives
- Set up and manage the cost-effective utilization of the operational budget for maintenance and cost drivers
- Request and motivation for capital expenditure and on approval, manage and ensure cost effective utilization of the allocated technology capex expenditure
- Provide ad hoc technology reports informing on industry trends
- Liaise with technology suppliers in order to ensure optimal service delivery to production facilities
- Ensure technical and operational quality of productions, are in accordance with broadcasting standards
- Oversee the efficient and effective maintenance of TV Studios infrastructure, video server and related equipment in production and TV Media facilities
- Provide monthly reports ensuring accurate reflection of operational, financial and resource performance and status
- Provide effective, 360º communication, in order to ensure an informed staff complement
- Build a capable technical team, in the form of skilled people in all areas and with sound business processes in place
Requirements:
- National Higher Diploma Electronic Engineering Light Current (or equivalent) Qualification,
- Management Qualification advantage
- 5 Years Technical Management or
- 2 Years Supervisory experience will be an advantage
- 10 Years experience in broadcast technology support
- Ability to translate technical needs and requirements into technology solutions and deliverables
- Understanding of broadcasting industry
- Ability to work with people and technology
- Working knowledge of SDI convergence with IT Networks
- IT Network related qualification and experience
- Experience in maintenance of Studios Production related equipment e.g. Camera Chain, EVS, Sound, Graphics & Comms System
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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
- Plan, control and ensure the efficient maintenance of all News technical equipment and facilities in order to provide optimal functionality, whilst ensuring adherence to manufacturing specifications
- Direct, manage, guide, motivate and develop the technology team
- Advise and consult with clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions
- Oversee the design and installation of all News technical facilities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery on client needs and requirements
- Liaise with internal and external service providers and vendors, in order to ensure optimal delivery on SABC needs and requirements
- Efficient management and control of technology fixed assets, ensuring the accurate, prompt and sound registering of all items
- Continually monitor and assess the external environment, new equipment, technologies and technology trends, in order to enhance the efficiencies and effectiveness of technology operations within News environment
- Ensure adherence to safety and health regulations
- Continual monitoring of business performance against set targets in order to ensure optimal delivery on objectives
- Set up and manage the cost-effective utilization of the operational budget for maintenance and cost drivers
- Request and motivation for capital expenditure and on approval, manage and ensure cost effective utilization of the allocated technology capex expenditure
- Provide ad hoc technology reports informing on industry trends
- Liaise with technology suppliers in order to ensure optimal service delivery to production facilities
- Ensure technical and operational quality of productions, are in accordance with broadcasting standards
- Oversee the efficient and effective maintenance of News infrastructure, playout video server, graphics system, news computer system and integrated equipment in production in TV Media facilities
- Provide monthly reports ensuring accurate reflection of operational, financial and resource performance and status
- Provide effective, 360º communication, in order to ensure an informed staff complement
- Build a capable technical team, in the form of skilled people in all areas and with sound business processes in place
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Higher Diploma Electronic Engineering Light Current (or equivalent) Qualification,
- Management Qualification advantage
- 5 Years Technical Management or
- 2 Years technical support Supervisory experience will be an advantage
- 10 Years experience in broadcast technology support
- Ability to translate technical needs and requirements into technology solutions and deliverables
- Understanding of broadcasting industry
- Ability to work with people and technology
- Working knowledge of SDI convergence with IT Networks
- IT Network related qualification and experience
- Experience in maintenance of Studios Production related equipment e.g. Camera Chain, Quantel, SI Media, Sound, RT Graphics, ENPS, NLE & Comms System
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Main Accountabilities
- Plan, develop and implement a competitive business strategy regarding Media Transfer Ingest ensuring optimal delivery on client needs and requirements
- Provide excellent service to clients ensuring the optimal delivery on their needs and requirements
- Plan optimal resource utilization by scheduling resources (Personnel, Facilities) constructively so as to achieve optimal productivity.
- Update and monitor schedules, changes and deliverables timeously.
- Ensure the management of Freelance contracts (rates are negotiated and managed timeously)
- Set up, manage and ensure cost-effective utilization of the Media Transfers Ingest Operational budget
- Sound Financial management of cost drivers Overtime and Freelance payment for section monthly
- Manage Media Transfers Ingest fixed assets ensuring accurate and timeous registration of all assets, write-off and disposal of obsolete assets
- Maintain close working relationship with internal and external clients, in order to ensure optimal delivery on client needs and requirements.
- Facilitate the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), ensuring that they are updated regularly and adhered to
- Ensure above average Service Level Agreement rating from all Media Transfers Ingest clients
- Manage, direct, guide, motivate and develop Media Transfers Ingest team
- Ensure compliance with the Labour law, Time management policy and involved in Disciplinary Matters
- Request and motivate for Media Transfers Ingest Capex budget requirements
- Liaise with the Technology Manager, to ensure timeous maintenance and repair of equipment, resolving any technical faults and the acquisitions of new equipment.
- Manage and control all resources and facilities ensuring optimal utilization of facilities assets
- Marketing Media Transfers Ingest services to internal and external clients, in order to ensure optimal utilization of facilities and equipment
- Report monthly to management on Media Transfers Ingest business performance and status
- Continually monitor and assess technical equipment and facility performance, in order to ensure optimal delivery
- Ensuring quality of Media Transfers Ingest complying with technical and operational standards and processes for all media prepared for transmission
- Ensure adherence to SABC policies and procedures
- Ensure adherence to Risk, Health and Safety regulations
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Degree in Media on Film & Production /translation, Linguistic or relevant majors
- Technically literate; comfortable with a variety of computer applications
- At least 8 years of audio, video or subtitle QC experience in television
- Requires attention to detail, sound problem solving and root cause analysis
- 4 Years’ experience at management level
- 2 Years’ experience at a supervisory level
UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS
- Understanding of television broadcast value chain, its infrastructure systems and Postproduction Facilities
- A thorough knowledge of SABC Technical Delivery Standard as the custodian to the changes and development of this document
- Media Transfers Ingest equipment and procedures to (AVID | DALET | LTO |OMNEON)
- Understanding of ITU / CCIR 5-point grading scale is used to assess programmes for quality
- Understanding and knowledge of all the diverse elements of television broadcast (Analogue | SDI | IP) formats
- Leverage effective partnerships with cross-functional teams including strategy, content, digital, events and external partners
- Understand current industry trends, leverage them on internal/external platforms
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DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT VE STRATEGY
- Develop and monitor the execution of the VE strategy in alignment with the Corporate Strategy and Corporate Plan
- Provide strategic direction to the VE Senior Management Team in the execution of Divisional strategy and objectives
- Ensure commercial viability and sustainability of the Content Acquisition process
- Ensure effective Scheduling & Programming across VE Channels and alignment in all Platforms
- Acquire content to ensure SABC+ growth in becoming a flagship platform, not only in South Africa but also in Africa
- Work very closely with the Sales or Commercial Division to ensure delivery on the Divisional revenue targets
- Constantly develop strategies to ensure the reception of alternative sources of revenue (non-advertising and sponsorship)
- Constantly conduct research and analysis on the video entertainment landscape to proactively stay ahead of the competition
- Work closely with the Marketing team to ensure Content Marketing
- Ensure the strategy is cascaded to Group Executive and the Board of Directors
CONTENT AND AUDIENCES – OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
- Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
- Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
- Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
- Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
- Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION & INNOVATION
- Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
- Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
- Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
- Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
- Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
- Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
- Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
- Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
- Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
- Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
- Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
PARTNERSHIP & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Develop local, continental and global partnerships relevant broadcasters, broadcast, technology and media industry players such as Production Houses, BRC, ICASA, etc
- Review existing strategic partnerships on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are sound and deliver the expected outcomes
- Ensure effective internal (Sales, Sport, Technology, Radio) and external stakeholder management to ensure optimal delivery.
- Develop MoUs with key strategic partners to leverage resources and optimise Operations execution of its strategy / plan.
LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
- Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
- Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
- Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality.
- Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO.
- Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
- Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant Masters degree (NQF9) in Broadcasting, or Communication, or Broadcasting Leadership, or equivalent qualifications.
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.
- Good understanding and experience to commercialize business strategies.
- Excellent financial management and scenario planning experience within the PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Provide support and input in the development and implementation of business unit strategy.
- Overall responsibility to ensure accurate implementation of scheduling strategy - from long-term through to transmission scheduling.
- Monitor and manage departmental inputs and outputs to ensure maximum efficiencies and regularly report progress.
- Develop and Monitor the implementation of the business plans.
- Review and Report on the achievement of business units objectives. (Monthly, quarterly and annually).
- Manage all day-to-day aspects of scheduling operations including macro and micro scheduling
- Ensure accurate capturing and utilisation of applicable programme information for macro scheduling, including implementation of relevant break patterns.
- Ensure accurate micro schedule (exact timed), and effective use of available on-air material.
- Monitor and ensure effective and efficient co-ordination of activities.
- Work closely with programming, marketing and on-air to ensure accuracy of scheduling information and effective communication of programming information to audiences.
- Management and communication of programme channels.
- Work closely with transmission operations to ensure accurate transmission schedule received on time for broadcast.
- Ensure effective internal communication on scheduling matters.
- Implement and monitor effective workflows within department to ensure maximum productivity and accurate output.
- Champion of implementation and utilisation of new Scheduling System.
- Ensure and monitor that necessary reports are produced as required (such as outstanding material, programme start times when late, sales overruns, fault reports, etc.).
- Manage and monitor the business unit operating budget in such a manner as to encourage cost containment.
- Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
- Reporting on the usage of all material to stakeholders.
- Provide inputs on the development of the policies and SOP implementation.
- Ensure adherence to SABC editorial policies and Regulations.
- Ensure all scheduling related complaints from BCCSA are responded to timeously and present the organisation as required.
- Implement Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework.
- Implement execution internal risk audits identified and mitigate gaps.
- Ensure mutually beneficial relationships are developed and maintained with internal suppliers and external stakeholders.
- Customer queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with service standards requirements.
- Liaise with Airtime Sales to ensure schedule priorities are not compromised and maintaining an appropriate balance to ensure revenues are not negatively impacted.
- Contract and Manage Performance Management System of the team/s in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
- Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
- Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
- Career Development Plans (CDP) for all staff members.
- Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.
- Manage the employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment.
- Oversee the implementation of organisational development initiative i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent, Human Capital Planning etc.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Media Studies, Communications, Film and Television Productions or equivalent qualification (NQF 6).
- 6 years’ experience in broadcasting of which 3 years should be on supervisory level
- Business planning and complexity theory
- Budget management
- 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
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