Hot Jobs at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

Key Accountabilities

• Conceptualize programming and content ideas for a variety of programmes for multiple platforms (Traditional Platform/Radio and Digital Platforms).
• Ensure briefing of on-air and production teams in line with the programming strategy and approved programme briefs.
• Plan and execute production related elements in consultation with the Programmes Manager.
• Monitor programmes to ensure delivery of high quality product and consistency.
• Facilitate team workshops and brainstorming sessions to ensure regular contribution in generation of new programming ideas.
• Monitor new and existing programme elements in order to assess the need for change and make recommendations, using information such as audience surveys and feedback from listeners.
• Communicate updates on the Presenter Style Guide, Music Policy, Schedules and Rosters, and all other relevant policies with Production and On-Air teams.
• Coordinate and communicate programming activities between Programming and Marketing Division.
• Research content in order to produce quality programmes to maintain audiences and grow target market.
• Ensure adequate promotion of new content by facilitating the recording of promos and online marketing, in consultation with the relevant departments.
• Monitor and review programming in order to ensure schedules are kept to, guidelines are adhered to and performance is of adequate quality.
• Investigate studio and system faults and ensure that they are reported and addressed.
• Provide feedback on individual programmes and digital content offerings.
• Ensure on-going and effective communication with external and internal content providers.
• Facilitate booking of OBs in line with approved plans and schedules.
• Monitor team’s contribution to updating of website content and podcasts delivery.
• Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to the Editorial Code of Conduct, Broadcast Act, BCCSA Code and SABC Policies
• Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitoring of implementation.
• Ensure compliance with PFMA.
• Ensure compliance with Copyrights law.
• Provide monthly reports and project reports.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend meetings as defined by Standard Operating Procedures, SLA’s with support services, and by invitation of project leaders and clients.
• Attend snoop sessions with production and on-air teams and provide feedback to improve the quality of end product.
• Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with the team.
• Vetting and confirmation of content contributors for quality and credible content output.
• Supervision and coaching of Production and on-air-teams.
• Continuous communication with Management in order to provide red flags, progress reports, and receive authorization.
• Consistent communication and feedback to Line Manager and to colleagues
• Sign-off to confirm IC worksheets to align with payment requests.
• Monitor freelance budget expenditure in line with approved budgets and IC Agreements.

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Communication/Media Studies/Journalism or related field (NQF 6 Level)
• 4 years in broadcasting environment of which 2 years must be in radio production.
• Digital Media qualification
• Creative writing qualification or ability
• Sound understanding of and experience in content production for the same or similar target audience.
• Above average knowledge of production technologies.
• Above average understanding of social media and digital needs of the target audience.
• Understanding of SABC’s Editorial Policies, ICASA regulations, BCCSA Code of Conduct and related legislation.
• Creative thinking and writing skills.
• Above average knowledge of the South African media space.
• Proficiency (spoken and written) in the station’s broadcasting language is essential. Ability and willingness to work under pressure and on short notice.
• Good research skills and ability to apply research insights.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate receipt, quality control, and ingestion of broadcast material
• Movement of material into the correct storage areas
• Retrieval and preparation of material as per client request and delivery via rapid file transfer systems, or elected delivery mechanism
• Arrange for relevant documentation for material delivery
• Ensure that content transcoding is performed as required and according to industry standards
• Report and escalation of rejected material and timeous requests for replacement material
• Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface all the time.

REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma in Film and Television Production or Media Studies or related equivalent qualification (NQF 6)
• Project management will be advantageous
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Ms Project
• Relationship building and teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation.
• Entrepreneurial flair and lateral thinking abilities.
• Knowledge and understanding of broadcasting.
• Understanding of related policy

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
• Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
• Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
• Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
• Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
• Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
• Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
• Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
• Update and collate campaign specific reports.
• Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
• Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
• Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
• Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
• Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
• Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
• Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
• Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
• Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
• Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma in Digital Marketing, Media studies or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
• Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing and/or Graphic Design would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
• Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
• Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
• Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
• Digital trends analysis.
• Strong research skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
• Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
• Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
• Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
• Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
• Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
• Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
• Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
• Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
• Update and collate campaign specific reports.
• Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
• Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
• Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
• Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
• Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
• Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
• Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
• Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
• Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
• Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
• Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
• Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
• Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
• Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
• Digital trends analysis.
• Strong research skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
• Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To initiate and prepare content brief and specifications.
• Understand the specific (educational) environments in order to identify and assess the content requirements.
• Program creation and development – research/script development  and production.
• Program briefs with Presenters.
• Conduct and utilize the necessary research to conceptualize and define genre’s
• Continually monitor and evaluate content to ensure they are aligned to specifications.
• Provide feedback to Program Manager on content status
• Ensure that content is conducted in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.
• Exercise editorial independence during the production of programs
• Feedback to management on project status.
• Involve all stakeholders ingathering and presentation of information

INHERENT/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS   

• National Diploma in Journalism/ Media studies or relevant qualification (NQF 6)
• Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape
• Understanding of applicable legislative and media laws.
• Fluent in the language of the station (Afrikaans)

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National diploma in Electrical Engineering( NQF level  6 )
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office knowledge)
• Communication skills (Verbal and Written)

ATTRIBUTES

• Must be self-disciplined
• Must be motivated and highly driven
• Must be emotionally resilient
• Must be safety conscious
• Must be responsible and committed
• Teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure

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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)
• Project management advantageous
• 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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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist with the delivery of the channel scheduling requirements.
• Coordinate the long term schedule requirements for the channel.
• Monitor the implementation of the strategic long term schedule on the system
• Ensure all content and programming information is accurately recorded for use i.e. programme title, series number, episode number, language, genre and programme duration.
• Continuously up-date information in the event of changes (special events, sport etc.) to ensure the schedule is accurate and comprehensive.
• Check contract information for all programmes to ensure programmes are scheduled within their license periods and highlight license extensions needs to Programming.
• Compile a rolling medium term (3 months in advance) schedule and distribute to relevant Stakeholders.
• Check the first draft of rate cards for correctness and accuracy with Commercial Enterprises against the schedule and make corrections where necessary to enable printing of rate card which is distributed to the Advertising Agencies.
• Release the schedule to all relevant stakeholders once the rate card has been printed to ensure that programmes are ordered and prepared timeously for transmission and for Publicity to inform the media of such forthcoming programme.
• Implement changes on the schedule on instruction and communicate the updated schedule to the relevant stakeholders.
• Provide support with stock management through detail checking of stock reports from the Finance department to ensure that programmes are scheduled within license periods and stock is used up before license expiration.
• Confirm monthly slot details as per the Regulatory report.
• Calculate the monthly schedule stability.
• Adhere to stringent deadlines.
• Calculate the monthly schedule stability.
• Adhere to stringent deadlines.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with the divisions SOP’s.
• Monitor internal control measures to ensure good governance.
• Report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
• Report on risks to protect organisational integrity, create value and prevent financial loss.
• Implement and deliver on Video Entertainment policies and procedures.
• Monitor Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Assisting on delivery of special projects
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders
• Effective briefing and communication with channel and unit staff.
• Individual coaching, counseling and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
• Transfer of skills in line with succession planning best practice.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma or Degree in Media Studies or equivalent qualification (NQF 6/7)
• Knowledge and understanding of broadcasting systems 
• Understanding of related policy, etc. Broadcast and ICASA
• Computer literacy

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Liaise with stakeholders and collate relevant content for planning and exploitation purposes onto digital platforms
• Plan and theme the content and align to consumer consumption patterns
• Innovate ways of delivering content to consumers that tell an on-line story in a fresh new way, using all mediums available.
• Formulate deliverables and then deliver them to the correct standard and within deadlines.
• Monitoring of assigned digital platforms to assess requirements and respond to viewership patterns of assigned digital platform trends to formulate content exploitation strategies.
• The job does not entail shift work, but long and irregular working hours may be necessary on occasion.
• Effect digital marketing campaigns to promote content on digital platforms.
• Work in conjunction with the linear programming teams to ensure consistency in material usage
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and collating supporting metadata and images for the content
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for the promotion and marketing of the planned content

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in Communications, Information Science, Media studies (NQF 6) or related qualifications
• Understanding of digital systems and technologies such as Websphere, Joomla and/or WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, VOD, etc
• Analytical understating in terms of digital platforms (click-throughs, page impressions, etc)
• Simple video editing, conversion, and transcoding understanding
• An understanding of the social media platforms and an ability to connect to the target market.
• Create and maintaining compelling websites.
• A desire to stay abreast of new media developments and trends.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY 

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT FINANCE STRATEGY 

• Achieve an annual clean audit opinion from the AGSA. 
• Collaborate with EXCO in developing corporate strategy, corporate plans as well as in stewarding, monitoring and guiding execution.
• Champion good governance and prudent financial management and stewardship at the SABC. 
• Ensure logical coherence and feasibility of the SABC Strategy within the SABC’s financial and operational constraints. 
• Provide strategic direction and guidance to the Finance Management Team in the development of functional strategies and plans including both Finance & Supply Chain Management (SCM). 
• Provide a cost effective, reliable, strategically-aligned and sustainable financial service to SABC.  
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a License Fee Strategy. 
• Champion the development and implementation of sustainable and innovative funding models for SABC. 
• Contribute financial insights to the development of the commercial and revenue / sales strategies of the SABC to optimise commercial contributions to financial sustainability. 
• Advise on the financial feasibility of key strategic partnerships including content acquisition. 
• Develop and recommend relevant investment strategies to EXCO, shareholder and Board.  
• Engage with the DCDT and National Treasury to optimise financial support for funding the public interest mandate of the SABC. 
• Ensure that the Finance Operating Model and structure are ‘fit for purpose’, strategically aligned, efficient and effective. 
• Monitor and oversee alignment and implementation of the Finance strategy.  
• Prudently manage the financial affairs of the SABC to enable financial sustainability. 
• Identify potential funders / Strategic Partners and develop winning funding proposals and propositions. 

OPERATIONAL EFFICEINCY AND COST MANAGEMENT 

• Provide necessary expertise and support to other Divisions to develop ‘fit for purpose’, strategically aligned operational budgets.  
• Equip divisional executives with relevant operating budgets and guide spending in accordance with budgetary parameters. 
• Oversee Treasury functions, the investment of funds, borrowings and manage associated risks. 
• Work with executives to ensure success through cost analysis, support and oversight. 
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements. 
• Develop and manage the SABC’s budget, forecasting future financial performance and monitoring variances. 
• Monitor and manage the SABC’s cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity to meet requirements. 
• Support acquisition of content and technology through accessing relevant funding sources.  
• Reconcile all financial requirements, financial statements and cash flow projections for use by Executive management, and the Audit/Finance Committee and Board. 
• Optimize and manage capital allocations prudently and in accordance with sound financial management principles. 
• Ensure Enterprise Resource Planning, financial and other Management Information Systems are well integrated, ‘fit for purpose’ and usable. 
• Oversee development and direct implementation of Supply Chain Management strategy, policies, standards, governance and procedures. 

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Develop and review internal control measures to ensure effectiveness and sound governance. 
• Contribute to management of procurement risks to protect organisational integrity, deliver value for money, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.   
• Ensure SCM policies and reports are ‘fit for purpose’ and supportive of commercial success. 
• Ensure SCM policies and reports comply with relevant prescripts and mitigate risk. 
• Develop, review and implement finance, financial governance and SCM policies to address potential and actual gaps and promote accountability. 
• Manage Finance in compliance with applicable legislative prescripts including PFMA, NT Regulations & Directives, GRAP standards, OHS Act and any other legislative prescripts and requirements. 
• Review and implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework (COSO Model): 
• Governance and Strategy  
• Risk Mitigation Plan  
• Formulate Internal Control 
• Communications     
• Monitor and Evaluation
• Monitor execution of internal risk audits per checklist to identify and address gaps. 
• Resolve Audit findings timeously and effectively. 
• Ensure financial systems are safeguarded against intrusions and / or cyber-attacks. 
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information. 

 STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT 

• Timeously provide ‘fit for purpose’ compliance and ad-hoc reports to shareholder and Parliament on SABC’s revenue/expenses and balance sheet. 
• Actively participate in Board and Subcommittee meetings, including being the internal lead on the Audit/Finance Committee. 
• Serve as one of the Trustees and oversee administration and financial reporting of the SABC Pension Fund. 
• Pro-actively manage or contribute to the effective management of relationships with key SABC stakeholders including DCDT, National Treasury, AGSA, funders, banks and other strategic partners. 

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT  

• Implement SABC Performance Management System in accordance with SABC policy, procedures and leading practice.   
• Implement effective Talent Management practices including ensuring adequate staffing for workload, succession planning, career and skills development and effective leadership. 
• Evolve SABC’s financial capability in line with financial trends, leading practice and technology advancements. 
• Ensure effective communication with all Finance people. 
• Ensure that all employees have up to date Career Development Plans (CDP). 
• Lead the effective engagement, retention and attraction of talented people in Finance. 
• Ensure the confidentiality of strategic and financial information including the proceedings of EXCO and Board meetings. 

INHERENT REQUIREMENT  
FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified Chartered Accountant /ACCA or equivalent   

EXPERIENCE

• 10 years’ financial experience of which 5 years should be at a General Management level.  
• 5 years’ experience in the public sector is an advantage 

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Initiate and cover stories as assigned or commissioned in at least two languages.
• Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
• Investigate and break stories and follow them through to final product before broadcast.
• Maintain special focus areas (such as crime etc).
• Give informative and well-researched input to live Radio Current Affairs and TV News programmes and debates, package stories for News and Current Affairs programmes and do live crossings into News Bulletins.
• Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories.
• Set up interviews and lead discussions for broadcast, including crossovers.
• Meet story deadlines.
• Keep abreast of news events / developments.
• Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals using relevant recording equipment.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes of conduct, including rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, News and Current Affairs style-guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
• 5 years’ experience in general News and Current Affairs reporting
• Understand legislation and regulations impacting broadcasting
• Sound understanding of current trends in the social, economic and political environment
• Computer literacy
• Ability to interact and manage different role-players / stakeholders at various levels
• Understanding and professional use of multi-media platforms
• Excellent command of both written and spoken language of Radio and TV News and Current Affairs to optimise the impact of editorial content
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of News and Current Affairs production processes and systems
• Journalistic and editorial acumen
• Good, “sound” knowledge of and interest in Radio and TV broadcast developments, trends and technologies, including the media industry

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To initiate and prepare content brief and specifications.
• Program creation and development – research/script development and production.
• Program briefs with Presenters.
• Conduct and utilize the necessary research to conceptualize and define genre’s
• Continually monitor and evaluate content to ensure they are aligned to specifications.
• Provide feedback to Program Manager / Senior Producer – Continuity on content status.
• Ensure that content is conducted in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.
• Exercise editorial independence during the production of programs.
• Feedback to management on project status.
• Involve all stakeholders in gathering and presentation of information.

INHERENT/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma/Degree in Media studies, Journalism, Communications or relevant qualification (NQF 6)
• Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape
• Understanding of applicable legislative and media laws.

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Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
• Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
• Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
• Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
• Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
• Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
• Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
• Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
• Update and collate campaign specific reports.
• Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
• Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
• Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
• Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
• Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
• Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
• Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
• Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
• Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
• Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture. 

Minimum requirements: 

• Diploma in Digital Marketing, Media Studies or Relevent discipine (NQF 7)
• Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing and/or Graphic Design would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
• Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
• Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
• Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
• Digital trends analysis.
• Strong research skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
• Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Monitor, cut and capture newsworthy, interesting and memorable soundbites / audio quickly and accurately from all SABC sources, including live transmissions / streams, contracted / approved news services and packaged content.
• Communicate in advance with live programmes for running orders and inform the editor, especially of breaking news.
• Write short, crisp, precise, compelling and topical English stories with the best soundbites / audio to deadline and seek editorial advice when necessary.
• Use exact and appropriate language.
• Check and / or transcribe all soundbites / audio correctly and promptly.
• Contextualise stories properly to ensure clear understanding.
• Keep big news stories alive with fresh hooks, audio clips and regular updates.
• Rewrite strong angles with breaking / developing news and the latest information.
• Search reliable news and media sources for breaking stories, leads and new facts.
• Contact team members and / or newsmakers directly to verify information and meaning.
• Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
• Check facts and soundbite / audio clarity to ensure high-quality and broadcast-worthy product.
• Liaise with editors, teams and technical support on news stories and soundbites / audio, including for advice, feedback and requirements.
• Conduct telephonic / online interviews and get voice-notes for soundbites / audio.
• Voice soundbites / audio reports whenever necessary.
• Correct any mistake immediately.
• Handle all enquiries and complaints professionally and timeously.
• Use multi-media platforms to promote news content and adhere to digital media guidelines.
• Ensure overall high quality, accuracy and balance of radio / audio news content, grammar, language and style.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, SABC editorial policies, SABC News style guide, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and organisational policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• National Diploma / Degree (NQF6/7) in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications
• Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalist tool
• Exceptional reading and writing skills
• Keep abreast of news and current affairs developments
• Excellent news sense and attention to detail
• Good and clear broadcast voice
• Sound understanding of current social, economic, and political trends
• Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
• Good understanding of the news, media, and broadcasting environments

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate and provide Parliament coverage for SABC News.
• Plan, manage, coordinate and assign for the coverage of all activities in Parliament and related stories for the News and Current Affairs division.
• Brief and de-brief political journalists on coverage of stories.
• Avail Parliament content to programmes across platforms
• Brief and de-briefing reporters, overseeing and fine-tuning scripts and packages.
• Responsible for the final control of all Parliament content quality  
• Advise producers on Parliament stories on all platforms
• Compile, manage and oversee the utilisation of business unit budget cost effectively
• Introduce and implement corrective measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability
• Consult with Divisional Finance to determine budget requirements.
• Manage and authorize payment for all the logistical services, travel arrangements, outside broadcasts, over time, independent contractors (freelancers) and additional work contracts etc.
• To ensure that all stories are fair, balanced, accurate, and adhere the SABC Editorial Code.
• Compliance with broadcasting act and all related regulatory frameworks and legislative requirements.
• Compliance to all related policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Develop and maintain constructive and effective relationships with all stakeholders.
• To liaise and maintain close contact with all players in the economics space, business, government officials and foreign embassies as well as NGOs, Parliament, and legislatures.
• Communication with other specialist desks, News/Current Affairs editors and all relevant SABC platforms
• Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with the organizational policies and procedures.
• Allocate responsibilities and scheduling of teams.
• Manage available staff and ensure fair and balanced distribution of work. 
• Coach, mentor and develop team members
• Provide input into adequate staffing, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Provide input on attracting, retaining and rewarding staff.
• Manage employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment. 
• Communicate effectively  with teams

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree Journalism and/or political science or equivalent relevant qualification
• Honours in journalism and/or political science or equivalent relevant qualification
• 8 years’ experience in news and current affairs of which 3 should be at management level. 
• Proven work experience as a journalist and thorough understanding of the country’s legislative landscape
• Portfolio of published articles or newscasts
• Outstanding writing skills and ability to report on research findings clearly
• Historical and current knowledge of Parliament processes
• Up-to-date knowledge of political issues, structures and legislation
• Full understanding of the broadcast and digital environment
• Understanding of the complexities of South African politics and legislation
• Computer literate is essential (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Good, credible and reliable professional network
• Must also have an active and trusted social media presence
• Proven track record of producing editorial content for digital platforms 
• A good, clear broadcasting voice, creative story treatment and storytelling skills 
• Knowledge of PFMA and other relevant legislative prescripts 

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To initiate and prepare content brief and specifications.
• Program creation and development – research/script development and production.
• Program briefs with Presenters.
• Conduct and utilize the necessary research to conceptualize and define genre’s
• Continually monitor and evaluate content to ensure they are aligned to specifications.
• Provide feedback to Program Manager / Senior Producer – Continuity on content status.
• Ensure that content is conducted in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.
• Exercise editorial independence during the production of programs.
• Feedback to management on project status.
• Involve all stakeholders in gathering and presentation of information.

INHERENT/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma/Degree in Media studies, Journalism, Communications or relevant qualification (NQF 6)
• Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape
• Understanding of applicable legislative and media laws.

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Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support to the unit i.e organize, plan and co-ordinate all work related activities.
• Assist the unit in managing the in- and outflow of reports i.e. monthly report, intervention reports etc.to maintain acceptable turnaround times
• Collect the inputs from team members, consolidate and compile monthly reports, quarterly reports or any other reports required from the team
• Support business by referring enquiries to the relevant team members
• Provide a secretarial function for unit meetings
• Implement, administer and maintain a filing system within the department in order to ensure the accurate filing and retrieving of documentation.
• Co-ordinate and Organize workshops/meetings
• Co-ordinate and arrange travel logistics for the unit
• Manage stationary and office supplies
• Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation 
• Effective management of the office environment to ensure that everything is in working order

INHERENT/MI NIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in administration, Business , Project Management  equivalent (NQF 6/7)

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Key Accountabilities

• Provide support during organization events/campaigns for the station.
• Branding of all events and outside broadcasts to ensure maximum exposure informed by a branding plan.
• Identify and ensure participation in key events/campaigns that are in line with the station’s target market to maximize awareness and grow listenership.
• Execute the implementation plan to improve the image and positioning of the brand.
• Coordinate with suppliers and ensure that all brand material is delivered and available at events.
• Coordinate and conceptualize the procurement of promotional materials for the stations.
• Drafting of business plan for events and campaigns.
• Conceptualize innovative and impactful activations and competition mechanics.
• Prepare digital brief for digital assets for all campaigns. 
• Coordinate the implementation of promotions and briefings on air.
• Create briefs to programming to ensure that all marketing campaigns and on air promotions are effectively implemented on air and on the ground.
• Coordinate the procurement and delivery of the prizes to the station.
• Co- ordinate on air promotions ensure that winners are notified, and prizes dispatched and do follow-up.
• Possess strong copyrighting capabilities.
• Identifying opportunities that can be used to promote and / exploit the brand.
• Collate information, targets and brand marketing reviews.
• Prepare the presentation for stakeholder.
• Communicate with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure effective relationship management. 
• Consult and provide feedback on the status project of on-air promotions and marketing activities.
• Communicate brand activities to the media and public to maximize brand awareness.
• Collate and drafting of business plan/ trade exchange for events and campaigns.
• Drafting of weekly/ monthly reports and post campaign analysis
• Manage the general marketing office admin tasks to ensure efficiency.
• Document and co-ordinate promotional materials for the station.
• Make follow up on invoice and payments.
• Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures:
• Procurement
• PFMA
• Internal Standard Operating procedure.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communication, or related disciplines (NQF Level 6)
• Stay abreast of industry trends.
• Understanding of Marketing environment
• Basic understanding of radio industry
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Package and SAP)
• Project management
• Planning and organising
• Communication (spoken and written)
• Interpersonal skills

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Key Accountabilities:

• Initiate and produce Afrikaans news and current affairs content as assigned
• Work in a team with producer/producers who will provide guidance where necessary and needed
• Identify, initiate, brainstorm, research, plan, record, produce and broadcast Afrikaans Current Affairs stories and material that are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair for the target audience.
• Plan and deliver the content of identified Afrikaans Current Affairs stories and programmes.
• Conduct field, archival, and other research.
• Conduct interviews and Q&As in Afrikaans and English
• Write/script, voice, and package Afrikaans stories
• Deliver Afrikaans Current Affairs content/programmes on time.
• Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
• Ability to engage professionally with the target audience to promote and enhance News and Current Affairs.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies and appropriate news and current affairs style guide etc.

Requirements:

• National Diploma / NQF 6 in Journalism or Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualifications.
• Ability to write, read and translate in specified languages.