Jobs at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

• Reporting to the Head: Financial Support Services: To efficiently and effectively manage the SABC Group Finance Shared Services Centre, ensuring accurate quality financial transactions and processing, within defined timeframes, legislation, and SABC financial policies and procedures, in order to provide world class service excellence and support to the SABC business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Manage the FSSC daily activities around the following,1) Vendor invoice processing, 2) Petty Cash, 3) Staff claims,4) Bank recons, 5) Group PR Office 6) Payments of Vendor invoices and Staff Customer claims.
• Proactively co-ordinate and prepare accurate and timeous monthly reports on (for example 1) Vendor payment requests,  2) outstanding GRIR’s, 3) Staff Customer Debt and 4) Vendor recons ) in order for management to make  informed decisions.
• Continually communicate processing closing dates with all areas of Finance and the business, in order to ensure updated and accurate data processing
• Continually communicate and liaise effectively with all areas of Finance and the business, in order to gather and distribute financial information.
• Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of the SABC financial system.
• Continually collect, analyse and summarise data, information and trends to provide up-to-date financial information to the SABC Management team.
• Assist with Consolidation of organisation cash flow budgets, ensuring efficient and effective control.
• Perform ad-hoc investigations and prepare special reports on request of senior management.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Implement internal control measures to ensure a strong internal control environment, good governance and compliance.
• Assist in the management of Operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations. 
• Support, lead and partake in OHSA initiatives and requirements.
• Assist in the Review of the Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework
• Monitor execution of annual internal and external audits and ensuing findings address gaps and ensure execution of mitigation strategies.
• Drive constant innovation in the engagement of the Department with technology and its transition in a world of rapid change and advancement where it is expected to be a value adding business partner.
• Support Group Finance in all transversal initiatives, projects or operational deliverables, reporting requirements,
• Plan and execute cashflow management and forecasting under the guidance of and in consultation with the Treasury Department.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholder to ensure delivery on services.
• Manage, maintain and expand customer relationships.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Contract, set target and manage Performance of the team in accordance with the Performance Management policy. 
• Effective management of Employment Relations issues within the Business Unit.
• Manage, direct, guide, motivate and develop the team.
• Ensure effective communication within the department and division and promote effective communication channels.
• Personnel Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Provide direction on the attraction and retention of staff.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or relevant qualification (NQF7)

EXPERIENCE

• 6 Years’ experience in Financial Management of which 3 years should be on supervisory level.

KNOWLEDGE

• Overall knowledge of finance and operations
• Excellent knowledge of Financial governing legislation and regulations applicable to the Broadcasting Industry
• Excellent knowledge of SARS requirements, the Income Tax Act and the VAT Act.
• Knowledge of IFRS and PFMA
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• National Treasury Regulations
• Risk Management
• Reporting to the Head: Financial Support Services: To efficiently and effectively manage the SABC Group Finance Shared Services Centre, ensuring accurate quality financial transactions and processing, within defined timeframes, legislation, and SABC financial policies and procedures, in order to provide world class service excellence and support to the SABC business.

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PURPOSE

• To develop and communicate metadata, templates and guidelines and monitor stakeholders and solutions to ensure adherence to the principles, standards and guidelines and capturing the key views of the enterprise.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

• Develop the SABC data architecture strategy
• Develop a data structure upon which to develop and implement data governance.
• Develop blueprints for SABC data management systems
• Define the data shared across the enterprise and the relationships between those data
• Enable SABC strategies and objectives into business benefits by implementing effective business processes
• Implement the Divisional and Business Unit strategy
• Analyse SABC data sources and models with the view on improving and streamlining these for optimum efficiency in terms of both performance and cost

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Assess data sources and databases of the organization
• Develop and maintain of a data architecture to integrate, centralize, and protect them, allowing users to access critical information in the right place, at the right time
• Research and evaluate sources of information to determine possible limitations in reliability or usability
• Define the end use of databases, and then create blueprints for developing, testing, and maintaining the databases
• Design database systems that are accessible, useful, and secure., and maintaining the database
• Develop processes for data collection, usage, processing, storage, and integration with different systems
• Evaluate current databases and architecture to plan what changes, upgrades and improvements they need to make
• Create models and plans for database structures
• Code and design databases
• Ensure all data is secure against cloning, copying or cyber attack
• Confirm data structures comply with all SABC, statutory and international standards and regulations
• Write and establish procedures for database management

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Manage and oversee to ensure compliance with all relevant SABC and statuary policies and procedures e.g. ITIL, COBIT5, Gartner
• Manage and oversee to ensure compliance with the SABC risk management framework
• Ensure proactive identification and communication of potential risks in accordance with the SABC risk management framework
• Ensure adherence to safety and health regulations

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT

• Build and maintain positive relationships with all departmental, business unit, divisional and external stakeholders through frequent communication and feedback sessions business to enable and optimise data process improvements
• Work closely with the Users, systems designers and the developers on a Project team
• Effective briefing and communication with departmental team members

 LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Communicating and sharing of information with all levels of business

 INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree / National Diploma NQF Level 6 in (Computer Science  with  Mathematics & Statistics) or related field

 EXPERIENCE

• 5 Years’ experience in the data administration, data analytics environment
• Experience working with confidential data

 KNOWLEDGE

• Strong mathematics and analytical skills
• Excellent multitasking and task management
• Ability to complete milestones and work toward multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Outstanding problem solving skills
• Ability to compile and organize statistical information retrieved and present findings to management
• Strong computer skills and ability to use necessary databases and software
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and Understanding of Project Management methodologies will be an advantage.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Radio and TV broadcast environment will be an advantage.

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Main purpose of the job

• To work collaboratively with Sales Teams to support and enable sales / commercial success through the development and provision of creative solutions / expressions to meet client needs and requirements The role will spearhead the establishment, evolution and leadership of SABC’s integrated Creative Solutions Hub, designed to drive revenue growth through innovative, single and cross-platform advertising solutions. This role is critical to enable sales teams to increase their face to face client time and to meet and exceed their revenue targets by delivering high-impact, multimedia campaigns across TV, Radio, Digital, OTT, Web, Social, and Mobile platforms.

Key accountabilities

• Lead development & delivery of integrated, insight-driven creative advertising / marketing solutions and collateral that delivers value in line with client needs, expectations & requirements.
• Drive consistent revenue growth by developing and proposing high-impact creative solutions that deliver compelling value to clients and expand SABC’s share of the advertising / sponsorship market.
• Differentiate advertising / marketing solutions from competitors in ways that increase market share and consistently grow revenue across all platforms.
• Provide innovative thinking to maximise the potential for differentiated client value utilising the SABC’s unique range of radio, VE and digital media channels, platforms and applications.
• Utilize audience insights, CRM analytics, and competitor trends to inform creative direction and influence advertiser spending patterns in favour of SABC media assets.
• Meet deadlines for the submission of Client proposals and reports.
• Develop new content-led and on-the-ground commercial opportunities that go beyond conventional advertising, enhancing SABC’s creative reputation and revenue base.
• Track creative sales performance against targets, manage operating budgets, and ensure timely, accurate reporting through CRM and related strategic dashboards.
• Develop Sales / Marketing proposal / concept templates, collateral, presentations and standardised reports that enhance the SABC’s reputation for professionalism and enable fast turnaround of proposals to clients.
• Provide input into Intelligence & Analytics research proposals to guide scope and optimise pragmatic utilisation of outputs.
• Integrate audience insights with evidence-based analytics to support creative campaign development to ensure client loyalty, unlock new revenue opportunities and grow market share.
• Disseminate actionable market intelligence to guide concept ideation and influence client spend in favour of SABC platforms.
• Maintain a dynamic, up-to-date client database to support targeted engagement, sales tracking, loyalty evaluation and campaign conversions.
• Continuously monitor competitors and market trends to identify gaps, recapture lost business, and drive creative commercial innovation in both sales and marketing.
• Conduct post campaign discussions / surveys with Clients to assess the extent to which the solution met client requirements, identify learnings and potential areas for improvement.
• Maximise profitability through disciplined cost-of-sales management and effective commercial deal structuring.
• Contribute to strategic revenue planning, including target setting, budgeting, and sales forecasting aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor performance consistently, using sales analytics and regular reviews to track progress against revenue and margin targets.
• Establish and enforce SOPs, internal controls, and compliance frameworks to support risk management, cost control, and adherence to legislation, regulation and SABC policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting, maintaining comprehensive records in CRM systems.
• Proactively manage risk and audit processes, ensuring operational risks are identified, addressed, and reported through structured risk management plans.
• Drive performance accountability, applying organisational performance management systems and maintaining accurate CRM and budget reporting.
• Lead strategic planning and business reviews, tracking proposal conversions, revenue trends and business performance to inform decisions and prevent commercial loss.
• Work collaboratively with all Sales, Marketing and commercial teams to unlock value, build client loyalty and contribute to SABC’s commercial success
• Build strategic partnerships with SABC platforms, agencies, and industry stakeholders to unlock collaborative revenue opportunities.
• Enhance market visibility through consistent presence at industry events, positioning SABC as a creative leader and trusted commercial partner.
• Cultivate high-value client relationships that drive repeat business, larger deal sizes, and long-term sponsorship and content partnerships.
• Leverage stakeholder engagement to co-create innovative media solutions that boost sales and expand SABC’s commercial footprint.
• Provide clear direction to the Creative Solutions Team and champion cross-functional collaboration (internally & with Sales Teams) at all levels.
• Develop and implement structured training and succession plans to build future-ready creative and commercial talent.
• Drive a culture of accountability through consistent application of the Performance Management System aligned with organisational standards.
• Lead strategic people initiatives, including Talent Management, Career Progression, Employment Equity, and Wellness programmes.
• Foster a high-performance team environment by mentoring, motivating, and enabling continuous development across all direct reports.

Qualifications and experience

• A relevant degree NQF7 in Media, Marketing, Industrial Design, Art, Sales, Communication, Marketing, or a related field is required.
• Supplementary training or certifications in Creative Strategy, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing or Design Thinking will be a strong advantage.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in media, digital, creative strategy, or commercial management, preferably within creative or media sales environments.
• Proven track record in leading creative teams and delivering integrated, revenue-generating advertising, marketing and sponsorship solutions across multimedia platforms.
• Supplementary qualifications in Creative Strategy, Media Innovation, Digital Marketing, or related fields are highly desirable.
• Experience and competency in the utilisation of MS Office (especially Word & PowerPoint) is essential
• Experience in DTP and the use of products such as Adobe photoshop / Illustrator etc is an advantage
• Recognition through industry awards or a demonstrable portfolio of award-winning work is advantageous.

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Main purpose of position

• To conceptualize, produce and deliver high quality Seasonal, Generic, Programme Specific and Campaign Specific multi-platform Imaging Material & Promos in line with the station’s sound and feel, programme briefs, campaign briefs and programming & marketing strategies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conceptualize, script, and produce cutting edge, high quality, generic, seasonal and thematic Station Imaging (jingles, promos, and one-liners).
• Prepare/compile briefs for station’s brand and imaging campaigns.
• Identify relevant voices in order to produce unique and up-to-date station imaging.
• Receive bookings and prepare for recordings, ensuring all equipment, facilities and resources are available for production, according to production specifications.
• Assist in the planning, preparation, logistical arrangements and production of station promos.
• Effective recording of productions, ensuring the optimal mix of all the sound for broadcast, recording and sound reinforcement, in order to optimally deliver on the production needs and requirements.
• Continually monitor the technical quality of recording, ensuring optimal quality of broadcast and adherence to broadcasting standards.
• Timeous and accurate administration of production procedures, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
• Effective monitoring of technical quality and reporting of faults, in order to resolve any technical problems.
• Advise and assist on appropriate aspects, limitations, alternatives and utilisation of equipment to minimise mistakes and optimise and enhance product.
• Provide advice on aspects of quality control, in order to ensure superior quality of broadcasts.
• Assess and evaluate new equipment and provide feedback on relevance and suitability.
• Effective execution of daily administrative tasks to assist with the effective functionality of the section.
• Execute administrative procedures necessary for the smooth running of the business unit.
• Ensure timeous studio bookings to ensure delivery of promo materials according to agreed timelines.
• Create and manage production schedules for recording of promos, liners and other imaging elements.
• Ensure effective informal and on-the-job training for interns and junior employees to ensure a competent staff compliment.
• Provide weekly and monthly imaging Reports, highlighting key milestones, challenges and achievements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regularly to ensure timeous delivery of Imaging and promo materials as per brief.
• Maintain close working relationships with producers and production teams to ensure optimal delivery of generic and programme specific imaging.
• Facilitate and manage meetings with my production teams to go through creative briefs and generate creative concepts, angles and ideas for various show promos and Imaging.
• Engage with internal content contributors (News & CAFF, Sport and Commercial Enterprises) and go through various plans for the monthly content plans for imaging and promo alignment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Sound engineering or related discipline.
• 4 years’ experience in Broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in Radio production.
• Proficiency in recording and editing software (i.e. pro tools, audacity, adobe etc).
• Above average experience and knowledge of broadcasting production technology and digital media application.
• Above average proficiency of the English language (spoken and written) is essential.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure and on short notice
• Good research skills and ability to apply research information
• Knowledge of popular music, and current affairs will be an advantage.