Jobs at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To carry out the general building maintenance painting and decoration inside and outside buildings, perform general maintenance of building structures in line with maintenance schedule, ad-hoc repairs of building facilities.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

• Undertake periodic painting of walls, roofs, floors, ceilings, storerooms, workshops, plant rooms, offices, ablution facilities, signage, parking & etc
• Carry out routine general building maintenance as per schedule to ensure equipment is kept in working order
• Undertake housekeeping and ensure log books are kept up-to-date
• Undertake installations, minor repairs and modifications as when required necessary to ensure that the equipment works according to set standards
• On-the-job training of staff in basic skills to ensure that the department's work is done efficiently
• Assist with maintaining the performance and appearance of building offices to specification for optimal use.
• Participate and motivate and developing the maintenance team (technical assistants)
• Implement maintenance plans for buildings
• Oversee minor and major projects
• Co-ordination role in contracts
• Organise, plan and control operational activities
• Carry out quality checks
• Set up and control Maintenance schedules and formulate daily routines
• Execute maintenance according to plan & Budget
• Fault finding repair work in line with developed repair methodology
• Conduct daily inspections and assessment of building structures (walls, doors, roofs floors etc)
• Compile lists of required material and control material 
• Ensure cleanness of storerooms, workshops, parking facilities and general
• Produce daily, weekly and monthly maintenance activity reports

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Maintain effective health and safety environment,
• Completion of risk assessments of the department
• Conduct tool box talks
• Monitor and enforce safety legal requirements on all machinery
• Ensure compliance to OHS act
• Ensure compliance to NKP act
• Compliance to Procurement processes
• Ensure compliance to SABC policies
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all stakeholder documents at all times

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Assist management in sourcing equipment and materials required.
• Assist management to draw up the operational and capital replacement budgets.
• Keep abreast of latest plumbing developments and technology.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Qualified Painter Artisan (Minimum of NTC3 or N3 & Trade Test Certificate) or relevant qualification (NQF Level 4)
• 5 Years’ experience in painting, maintenance and building environment.
• Experience in general building maintenance systems.

KNOWLEDGE

• Follow building plans and blueprints
• Teamwork
• Identifies problems and finds solutions to them. 
• Isolates problem areas and uses appropriate techniques to solve them.
• Uses machinery and equipment safely. 
• Doesn’t put self or others at risk of injury. 
• Understanding of potential dangers in the workplace.
• Keep abreast with latest developments and technology.

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Main Purpose of the Position:

To produce and/or present / co-present SABC News’ Sesotho Radio Current Affairs programmes and be part of a team that broadcasts newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair stories for its target audience in line with the public mandate and SABC News’ editorial policy and strategy.

Key Accountabilities:

• Initiate and produce Radio News and Current Affairs content as assigned.
• Present and/or co-present Radio News and Current Affairs programmes, special programmes / broadcasts and outside broadcasts.
• Identify, initiate, brainstorm, research, plan, record, produce and broadcast Radio News and Current Affairs material and stories that are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair for the target audience.
• Plan and deliver all Radio News and Current Affairs stories, inserts, interviews and programmes on time.
• Adhere to the specific journalism, broadcast and Sesotho language requirements.
• Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories and news developments.
• Conduct desktop, archival, field and other relevant research.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and Q&As.
• Write / script, translate, voice and package stories.
• Use multimedia platforms professionally to promote Radio News and Current Affairs content, inserts, interviews, programmes and broadcasts.
• Support and mentor colleagues.
• Establish and maintain reliable and credible news networks and contacts.
• Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and enhance SABC News and Current Affairs.
• 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 and rulings, SABC News’ editorial policy and News and Current Affairs’ style guide etc.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Requirements:

• National diploma / degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications
• 4 years’ experience in the Radio News and Current Affairs environment and specific language context
• Excellent written and spoken command of Sesotho and English
• A good understanding of the usefulness of social / digital media as a journalistic tool
• Keep abreast of news, current affairs, trends and developments
• Excellent general and news knowledge
• Good and clear broadcast voice / presentation style
• Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends
• Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team
• Good ability to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
• Good understanding of the news, media and broadcasting environment
• Well-developed computer literacy (Microsoft, Internet, Dalet / Dira / Audacity and ENPS etc.)

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Main purpose of the position:

• The purpose of this position is to develop, facilitate and implement the News and Current Affairs department’s OTT and digital media operations in line with SABC’s OTT strategy.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop, facilitate, and implement SABC News and Current Affairs’ OTT and digital media operations strategy in accordance with the public broadcaster’s corporate plans
• Prepare and manage the integration of SABC News radio, television and digital content into the OTT platform
• Develop an operational plan for OTT through coordination and liaison with various internal and external stakeholders
• Manage the operational and backend development aspects of Digital News platforms such as the website and News App
• Design and communicate concise operational plans for OTT and special projects involving digital media at News and Current Affairs
• Play supporting role to Editor: Digital News by performing oversight functions over the business unit’s technological and technical operations
• Accommodate the recommendations - and represent the views of News and Current Affairs senior editorial staff in the implementation of OTT content strategy on all relevant forums
• Research and develop monetisation strategies for News and Current Affairs’ OTT offering, while ensuring the preservation of current digital media revenue streams to safeguard financial sustainability
• Ensure quality control of all multimedia content published on Digital News as well as corporate OTT platforms in collaboration with Multimedia Manager
• Ensure ease of access to key content offerings such as public service news and information on OTT platforms
• Participate in the drafting and processing of relevant operations business requirement documents, Service Level Agreements as well as in the appointment and procurement of essential digital media services in strict compliance with business reporting cycles
• Assist with the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to News and Current Affairs’ OTT and digital media operations
• Oversee the management of operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent monetary loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations
• Compile, manage and oversee the utilization of the unit’s budget cost effectively
• Adhere to South Africa’s constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s license conditions, regulations, and rulings, Film and Publications Act, the BCCSA’s Code of Conduct and recommendations, SABC’s Editorial Policies and Digital News and Current Affairs’ style-guide etc.
• Develop and Implement compelling and innovative solutions for the News Division.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies, Journalism or equivalent qualification./ NQF6
• Post-graduate qualification advantageous/NQF7
• 6 years’ experience in digital media or information technology field of which 2 years should be at supervisory level
• Practical experience in multimedia editing/publishing processes and Content Management Systems
• Understanding of quality control standards in broadcasting and online publishing
• Practical understanding of metadata and related processes
• Experience in preparing content for digital media platforms including social media
• Professional understanding of global trends in digital media
• Experience in preparation of content for OTT i.e. VOD, podcasting and social media
• Scheduling of media content and practical understanding of Electronic Programming Guides (EPG)
• Understanding of monetisation of digital content and ability to identify monetisation opportunities on all digital platforms
• Able to develop and present strategies for all digital platforms
• Experience in project management
• An  understanding of the digital environment in South Africa and the role of OTT in this space

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Main Purpose

The incumbent is to develop and implement a Radio marketing strategy to attract and retain and grow audiences and retain market leadership for radio brands in order to maximise their revenue.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT MARKETING STRATEGY

• Support the development of the Integrated Marketing strategy
• Develop and implement Radio strategic marketing and brand plans, in order to retain market share leadership for Radio.
• Develop and implement trade and consumer strategy for Radio stations.
• Develop and implement transversal Radio marketing strategy.
• Use research to Identify marketing opportunities for the collective Radio brands by identifying consumer requirements; defining markets, competitors’ share, and competitors’ advantages and weaknesses; forecasting projected business.
• Together with media relations drive constant publicity around SABC Radio

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate and liaise regularly with all Radio marketers to ensure effective alignment with organisation marketing imperatives
• Enhance communication, awareness and buy-in for the radio portfolio amongst internal and external stakeholders
• Support radio platforms in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating advertising, merchandising, publicity and trade and consumer promotion programs.
• Interact with the internal service providers and ensure alignment to specific marketing strategy.
• Manage, maintain and expand customer relationships, exploit specific needs, anticipate and explore new opportunities.
• Collect, analyse and present marketing information to management.
• Interaction with radio sales to ensure that any transversal Radio product campaigns runs smoothly

 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Plan, determine, manage and ensure cost-effective utilisation of marketing budget.
• Identify and exploit alternative revenue streams.
• Accountable for all Marketing related events and execution thereof.

 REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

• Provide monthly and quarterly reports
• Post campaign and events analysis reports

• Maintain and update the electronic and manual filling system

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures
• Manage adequate staffing for workload and effective leadership (leave Management).
• Effective briefing and communication with department staff
• 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 needs
• Transfer of skills in line with succession planning best practice to the team.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Marketing/Communications/ Media Studies/ Public Administration

EXPERIENCE

• 7 years’ experience in broadcast industry and 3 years should be at supervisory level.

KNOWLEDGE

• Understand of policy, SOP and procedures relating radio industry
• Stay abreast of industry trends.
• Development of strategy
• Understanding Public Finance Management Act
• Understanding of Marketing
• Brand campaign execution to achieve strategic imperatives
• Understanding of radio industry
• Understanding of digital platforms
• Driving License

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• Effective and efficient facilitation of development and maintenance of the SAP Payroll and Time modules in support of business needs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist with the implementation and roll-out of new releases of SAP and new SAP functionality in accordance with ERP Management best practice
• Proactive identification of risk and problems and in time escalation to key stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and updated documentation of all change requirements, configurations, test plans and project acceptance
• Accurate business process flow reviews to ensure full alignment with BRS
• Accurate evaluation of system functional specifications for business requirements
• Accurate data review to decide on actions/ strategy to clean and migrate data e.g. comparison of data architecture, data mapping
• Full adherence to ERP Centre of Excellence SOPs
• Optimal configuration of system in line with business requirements
• Regular review of payroll and leave system configurations
• Ensure accuracy of leave provision and time evaluation runs
• Accurate translation of new functionality to training manuals and providing input to work procedures to accurately guide end users to utilise system
• Facilitation of SAP training as required by end users
• Effective and efficient utilisation of team members to ensure delivery in line with expected quality and timeframes
• Ongoing monitoring of ITSM calls and TPR’s to proactively ensure optimal support to end users
• Ongoing monitoring of SAP business processes to ensure alignment with end user needs and best practice
• Continuous improvement and optimization of SAP processes and SAP modular functionality
• Accurate analysis of customer request to identify problem and possible appropriate actions
• Continual monitoring of system performance from modular perspective and usage with regards to specific SAP modules
• Functional operation support/ advice to end users
• In time/ proactive remediation of system, information, output deviations
• Constantly and consistently exceed the customer's expectations
• Customer queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with ERP COE service standards and SLA’s

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma or BCom degree in Finance/Accounting/Human Resources or relevant qualification (NQF 6/7)
• SAP HCM Payroll certification
• 5 to 7 years SAP ERP Payroll support experience
• Experience in integration of SAP FI, HR, Payroll & Time Management
• Knowledge and experience in SAP payroll Rules and Schemas
• SAP Time Management certification (advantage)
• SAP HCM certification (advantage)
• Query Manager Skills (advantage)
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of different SAP modules
• Knowledge and understanding of Configurations Management Best Practice
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of payroll core business processes and applicable South African legislation
• Knowledge, understanding & application of information technology best practice
• Workable knowledge & application of Business Process Mapping
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Producing and directing all African language and English commercials and overseeing translations copywriting, and voice-overs

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

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

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To proactively execute the Project Manager function within the Video Entertainment Division.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Utilise a project management approach for all Video Entertainment projects.
• Ensure that project management principles are applied across Video Entertainment projects
• Proactively manage Video Entertainment projects
• Successfully execute projects
• Manage the projects through the project life cycle and ensure that the relevant quality gates are implemented
• Ensure usage of control documentation for projects
• Management of project risk registers, project plans, and quality plans for assigned projects
• Ensure that assigned projects are delivered within budget, timeline, and client expectation.
• Exercise effective control over projects and programs
• Manage resources according to availability, priority and scope of work
•  Weekly feedback on the progress of projects
• Management of project meetings, attendance, and minutes, for assigned projects.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk matters
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance
• Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Foster relationships with business partners through collaboration, educating and appreciating of business priorities.
• Collaboration with EPMO on project management standards, policies, and procedures.
• Manage relationships to support efficient content delivery.

REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma in Project Management / Business Management / Business Administration / Operations Management / Engineering Computer Systems or related Qualification (NQF 6)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMBOK or Prince II)
• 3 years’ experience in Project Management, implementing projects using PMBOK/Prince II project methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of Project Management
• Knowledge & understanding of broadcasting

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

To ensure product development, manage all creative operational needs, leading the communication -interactive design and concept delivery. To inspire and manage the creative team, create and approve high class visual layouts, brainstorming, and copy writing for short form productions

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Implement the approved strategic On-air plans for the Video Entertainment Platforms.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the On Air plans.
• Report on the impact of the On Air plans based on market intelligence reports and editorial reviews.
• Coordinate viewing sessions of the work delivered by producers.
• Creatively design channel/bouquet on air campaigns and manage on-air brand projects.
• Ensure graphics are used effectively to enhance campaigns.
• Lead and provide creative direction to the channels promo producers and evaluate creative output.
• Approve/Reject concepts, promos, launches and campaigns created.
• Confirm accuracy of times, dates and days of the different promos.
• Provide input on appropriate creative execution of on-air imaging.
• Provide creative direction as well as execute shoots for the platform.
• Ensure all shoots are aligned to the marketing brief and channel specifications.
• Drive on-air brand campaigns and ensure it addresses platform positioning
• Ensure production of multipurpose digital On Air material aligned to the Divisions digital strategy.
• Coordinate and manage weekly status meetings and brainstorm sessions.
• Develop workflows for promo producers.
• Attend weekly channel steering meetings in order to gain sight of business operations.
• Present Promos for platform review at steering meetings
• Manage the operating budget as per campaign in such a manner to ensure effective utilization of budget
• Implement and Adhere to (Standard Operating Procedures) SOP’s for Operational efficiencies.
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
• Comply with applicable policies and legislation.
• Advise on policies to ensure fair and uniform interpretation of guidelines.
• Monitor and Report on Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Provide monthly reports highlighting challenges and achievements.
• Contract management of Freelancers
• Administer Freelance payment
• Issue Creative On-Air briefs to external suppliers.
• Foster relationships with relevant stakeholders through collaboration, and education of business processes and priorities.
• Establish clear lines of communication between programming, scheduling, marketing and the creative staff.
• Contract and manage Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Manage adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
• Ensure Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members are in place and make follows up.
• Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff
• Individual coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma or Degree in Film & Television or Media Studies or related qualification (NQF6/7)
• 5 years’ experience on multiple levels in On Air Television Production which 3 should be on supervisory
• Understanding of related policy.
• Computer Package
• Financial management
• Project management
• Creation of PR opportunities to enhance the image of SABC television channel
• Good understanding of the On Air/Marketing environment

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MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

To effectively plan, coordinate and administer resources/ facilities as well as supporting and advising the customers in order to contribute to viable and successful Broadcast Productions.

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
• Investigate and interpret business requirements in accordance to functional requirements, workflows and international best practises
• 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
• Design operational innovative solutions and plans of in-area projects
• Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations
• Accurate submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
• Opex contribution to ensure broadcast systems sustainability
• Minor Capex contributions to ensure new requirements are addressed
• Actively pursue revenue streams from external clients and promote revenue objectives of all internal clients.
• Promote specialised skills within the region ensuring alternative Revenue Streams, eg CD Artists Recording, Font of House, Webinars, External Live Broadcasts, etc as per external tariff list
• 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

Full and comprehensive understanding of all broadcast genres

• Outside Broadcast Productions (Sport, SONA, etc)
• ENG for News (with Live view) and Outside Broadcasts
• CPO/Music/Big Band Recordings and Broadcasts
• Drama
• Production/Post Production
• Live Studio Broadcasts
• Broadcast communication conferencing with multi-layer contributions
• Accurate determination of resource capacity to maximise utilisation & revenue generation during broadcast productions.
• Reconciling of quotations, cost and attendance registers with project budget during broadcast productions
• Accurate documented cost/ resource inputs for inclusion in project quotes.
• Detailed project plans in line with Broadcast Technology Standards.
• Updated project status on booking system (ScheduAll).
• 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
• SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity
• 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)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology)  (NQF6)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in broadcast environment, minimum of 3 years as Senior level with relevant experience in Digital Sound & Video within live, production and post production environment.
• Pro Tools 10 or higher:  PT101, PT110, PT201, PT210/IT Certification (A+ or relevant courses)/RAB 1-6/Final Cut Pro or relevant Video Editing Qualification/Business Administration Certificate an added advantage
• Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

• High level of proficiency in using MS Office, ScheduAll and SAP packages
• Ability to work outside, after hours, weekends, adapt to circumstances and work under pressure.
• Good understanding of SABC broadcast operations
• Good understanding of equipment & facilities within broadcasting production environment
• Knowledge and understanding of sales and marketing best practice
• Knowledge, understanding and application of ScheduAll
• Knowledge, understanding and application of SAP