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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide support and input in the development of the Programming strategy
• Ensure programme production is in line with the programming strategy
• Provide performance reports to the programme manager on programming objectives
• Assist in planning, organizing and control activities pertaining to the business unit.
• To plan, manage, co-ordinate and direct production of programmes, features, station ID’s, sweeps and voice-overs aligned with strategic specifications.
• Guide production of programmes in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.
• Liaise with the Programme Department through the Programme Manager, in order to outline project objectives and programme briefs.
• Monitor, evaluate and exercise editorial judgement on programme product, to ensure the quality and standard of the programme.
• Assist in the development and training of freelance producers, presenters, script writers and new talent as required.
• Cost effective utilisation of production budget.
• Effectively execute administrative procedures necessary for the smooth running of the production area – i.e. studio booking times and time dedication to regular or special production projects.
• Research utilisation in order to enhance the production of quality programmes.
• Effectively and efficiently utilise and manage station resources in the production and delivery of quality programmes.
• The IKB specialist is responsible for all feature/show related audio production work required by producers and presenters.
• Together with the stations On-air Promotions personnel (where present) the IKB specialist will identify the relevant voice over artist as per the production brief.
• Seek approval from the Programme Manager or a duly appointed nominee for all work done.
• Insist on and keep proper records of all production work booked on a weekly basis.
• Oversee production and recording of programmes for scheduling, making sure the schedule is loaded accordingly.
• Adhere to changes to schedule and time programmes.
• Liaise and co-ordinate in time with technical producers for all live presentations.
• Approve programme scripts for technical producer to manage the live presentation.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, Icasa regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies and programming strategy.
• Assist the development and ensure implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Assist in supervision of IKB to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Monitor and report on compliance in line with OHS requirements.
• Manage and oversee the internal risk and assist in the provision of mitigation plan.
• Attend to internal and external customers/clients queries/ complaints
• Network with other content providers in and outside the SABC
• Communicate with other programming outlets in the SABC
• Determine and serve customers/clients’ needs
• Contract on the SABC’s Performance Management System in accordance with the organizational policy and procedures.
• Assist in the allocation of responsibilities and scheduling of team.
• Coach, mentor and develop the team.
• Assist providing direction on the retention and attraction of staff.
• Manage the employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment.
• Oversee the implementation of organisational development initiative i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent Management, and Human Capital Planning etc.

REQUIREMENETS:

• Degree or National Diploma in journalism/media studies or related field of study. NQF 6
• 4-5 years relevant experience in broadcast content environment
• Working in the radio content production environment would be an advantage
• Knowledge & understanding of broadcast standards, Policy and SOP’s
• Advanced understanding of SABC broadcast operations
• Good understanding of equipment & facilities within broadcasting environment
• Knowledge & understanding of transmission chain
• Knowledge & understanding of play-out and recording system e.g. Dira
• Knowledge & understanding of different types of productions e.g. Informal Knowledge Building versus sport versus current affairs

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnostic, Research, Design and Development

• Designs, develops, directs, and manages organisation-wide processes of performance management, talent management (inclusive of succession management), key employee retention, organization design across the company including the development/recommendation of optimal enabling technologies for the management of performance.
• Directs a process of workforce planning that evaluates company structure, job design, and personnel forecasting throughout the company.
• Identifies and implements organization culture strategy and plan to support the attainment of the corporation’s goals and promotes employee satisfaction.
• Develop and implement Leadership competency framework and interventions to capacitate Leadership
• Develop and implement the company competency Framework in line with the organization’s vision and strategy
• Ensure that all leaders and future leaders have the necessary skills to succeed.
• Develop an approach to communicate and entrench organizational values
• Advise and ensure that an appropriate organizational structure is in place to meet organizational goals
• Executes engagement and organizational culture initiatives/events/programs for all employees to cultivate a positive company culture.
• Ensure that the performance management and other retention policies including talent management, diversity, equity & inclusion, are legally compliant and conforms to best practice within the public broadcasting and media sector.
• Analysis of organizational structures, responsibilities, team work, business and/or operating procedures, reporting relationships and work process to design efficient methods of accomplishing work.

Facilitation, Capacity Transfer and Implementation

• Conducts relationship building (mediation, conciliation and facilitation) sessions as needed.
• Provide an Integrated OD Management Programmes to the Corporation.
• Provide guidance, consultation, advice and referral to staff regarding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) and Organisational Development (OD).
• Implement all generic organisational development programmes and provide guidance regarding statutory compliance.
• Enable the HR Consultants to enter into mentor relationships to influence behaviour and attitude and integration into the organisation.  Transfers the accountability for self-development by empowering and encouraging ownership thereof and provide feedback to individuals.

Program Delivery and Management

• Facilitate /Division’s Strategy Development, talent and Performance Indexes sessions.
• Institutionalise the culture of effective and non-adversarial resolution of conflict and disputes.
• Facilitation of Individual, Team and Organisational Development interventions within the organisation.
• Delivers all project within the legislative framework governing human resource development in the country.
• Champion Emotive, Behavioural and Leadership Development processes for different teams across the divisions.
• To capacitate and transfer coaching, counselling and mentoring best practises, as well as methodologies to HR Business Partner.
• To champion Relationship Building Processes (facilitation, mediation, arbitration of individual, team and unions) and institutionalise the culture of feedback. 
• Manages the effective implementation of an integrated talent management process (talent identification, talent development, performance management, and talent retention).
• Pro-actively in agreement with HR Business Partners, researches, scopes and develops OD programmes for delivery, ensuring the roles of sponsors, change agents and those affected by the change are taken cognisance of. Personally manages or appoints project manager. 

Stakeholder Management and Change Management 

• Mobilises support and enthusiasm for change programs by taking people through a behavioural change circle.  Provides training and support for dealing with change.  
• Challenges status quo by comparing it to an ideal or a visionary state.  Identifies and bring to bear innovative practices when managing change. 
• Acts as a change agency for the human resources, management team, and staff; supervises support staff; and performs all other related duties.
• Manages employee communication and feedback through such avenues as meetings, suggestion programs, employee satisfaction surveys, newsletters, employee focus groups, one-on-one meetings, and Intranet use.

Review, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Review, and evaluate all OD interventions to ensure processes and practices are implemented efficiently and consistently; as well as Monitors projects against plans; manages priorities and is responsive to changes in requirements.
• Align OD interventions implemented to Education, Training & Development Quality Standards (SAQA, NQF and Unit standards).
• Conduct regular analysis / review to ensure strategy and interventions are continuously responsive to institutional strategic objectives and are in line with prevailing legislative demands affecting the Public Broadcasting/ Media sector.
• Prepare periodic scheduled and ad hoc reports for sub-committees on progress, challenges and opportunities in areas of   responsibility.
• Reviews project performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Makes effective use of individual and team capabilities and negotiates responsibility for delivering greater results.
• Establishes systems to monitor progress against objectives and ensures that projects comply with regulatory and project financial requirements.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• A National Diploma (NQF6) and/or Degree in Human Resources and/or Industrial Psychology/or related field at (NQF 7).
• Registration as an Industrial Psychologist  (Advantage)
• Postgraduate qualification majoring in HRD/OD/ Industrial Psychology and/or other related area (Advantage)

EXPERIENCE

• Five plus (5+) years Organisational Development/Effectiveness experience,
• Three (3) years generalist Human Resources experience,
• Three (3) years’ experience in a senior consulting capacity,
• Two (2) year’s experience in HR Management role, an added advantage.

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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 Afrikaans 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.