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- National Editor
- Information Analyst : Revenue Assurance
- Internship Sales Assistant
- Transport Officer Bloemfontein
- Business Manager: Channel Africa
- Internship Policy and Regulatory Affairs
- Internship Archivist (GP)
- Internship News Reporter X2 Limpopo
- Intern News Reporter
- Sound Operators Internsx2
- GROUP EXECUTIVE: HUMAN RESOURCES
- INTERN PRODUCER/PRESENTER – RSG
- Internship Librarian
- Intern Bulletin Writer Afrikaans Bulletins
- Coordinator: Project Planner KZN
- Senior Technician KZN
- Production Accountant
- Technical Operator
National Editor
CLOSING DATE:24 MAY 2024
SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
Position: National Editor
Position ID: 60019154
Scale code: 130
Reporting Line: Head: News Gathering
Main purpose of the position:
To conceptulise, originate, plan, develop and produce newsworthy, interesting, relevant, objective, valid and quality content for a national diary to be used across all three output platforms, TV, Digital and Radio.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide support and input on the development and implementation of SABC News and Current Affairs’ news gathering strategy
- Develop and implement SABC News and Current Affairs’ operational plan for the business unit and guide teams to achieve the strategic objectives.
- Innovate and executive strategy regarding utilisation of a multi-platform and multi-media media organisation
- Provide content strategy direction in line with the audience growth strategy
- Conceptualise and plan national content that will define SABC News agenda
- Plan and provide all platforms with quality news content
- Brief and debrief provincial and other editors regarding news operations and setting the agenda for the news division
- Coordinate special coverage packages throughout the country into compelling public service
- Lead national diary line-talk meetings with the provincial and other editors for the commissioning, treatment and delivery of key stories of the day
- Liaise with all other news output units for a national coordinated placement and usage of content
- Compile, manage and oversee the utilization budget cost effectively.
- Manage and authorize payment for all logistical services, travel arrangements, Outside Broadcasts, overtime, independent contractors (freelancers) and additional-work contracts etc.
- Manage the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor and report on OHS requirements for compliance
- Communicate with stakeholders to ensure optimal delivery of content in all platforms
- Maintain a network of external stakeholders and a contact list that improve the quality of content and better relations with communities
- Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Coach, mentor and develop team leaders and members.
- Manage employee relations to ensure a conducive and productive working environment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree/Diploma (NQF 7/6) in Journalism, Communication, Media Studies, or relevant discipline
- 10 years’ experience in a news and current affairs broadcasting/multi-platform media environment, 5 of which should be at Tv/Radio/digital/multiplatform News editorial management level
- Understanding of journalism, broadcasting legislation and regulations.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, and preferably a second language, to optimise the impact of digital, radio and TV
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of news gathering of a multi-platform and multimedia environment
- Experience in planning, budgeting and executing special broadcasts and projects.
- Strategic thinking and ability to improvise and innovate.
- “Sound” knowledge of and interest in broadcast developments, trends and technologies, including the media industry.
- Understanding of the different role players in the broadcasting and media landscape.
- Excellent news sense, judgement, awareness and decision-making.
- Budget management.
- General understanding of the PFMA in summary.
Strategic management
Information Analyst : Revenue Assurance
CLOSING DATE: 23 MAY 2024
SALES DIVISION
Suitable applicants who have participated in the SABC Internship Programme are invited to apply for the vacant developmental appointment role.
POSITION : REVENUE ASSURANCE (DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME APPOINTMENT)
POSITION ID : 60020908
SCALE CODE : 403
REPORTING LINE : MANAGER BUSINESS SUPPORT
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of this position is to identify and prevent revenue leakages through continued monitoring and reporting on risks. The position is also responsible to ensure accurate billing and portfolio allocations as well as operational reporting.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Ensure accurate allocation of revenue.
• Resolve revenue queries from sales teams.
• Provide revenue reports.
• Coordinate audit process (internal & external) for Sales Operations.
• Accurate allocation of Clients, Products and Revenue in line with Sales policies for all platforms to Account Executive portfolios.
• Target and Advertisers moves as requested and approved by Sales.
• Produce reports to inform management of exceptions, early warnings, delivery issues, risks and tracking of key performance indicators.
• Daily monitoring of unassigned products and revenue to alert Sales teams.
• Report impact of programme changes.
• Provide ICASA compliance reports to Regulatory Affairs.
• Assure that processes are followed, and relevant authorisations are received for all Portfolio moves, Target moves and Revenue allocation.
• Provide analysis reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain an effective relationship with relevant stakeholders.
• Address and resolve any queries and concerns around sales portfolios and revenue.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF6/7) in IT/Computer Systems with key focus on Data Analytics and Programming or relevant qualifications
• 3 to 5 years of experience in broadcasting technology, advertising, or media industry.
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• SAP and advertising management software
• Data Warehouse
• SABC policies and advertising legislation
Internship Sales Assistant
CLOSING DATE:23 MAY 2024
Sales Assistant x 4 (corporate & enterprise, public sector, smme and adventure)
Position ID: 60022225; 60022227; 60022229; 60022230;
Division: Sales
Reporting line: National sales manager
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for four Sales Assistant Graduates to join our Sales team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to the Sales Division to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC’s objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma/bachelor’s degree (NQF 6/7) (Sales/ Communication/ Marketing/other relevant qualification) and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
About the team
To provide a support service to the total Sales & Marketing function by working closely with the National/ Provincial Sales Manager and Account Executives in order to assist with the maximization of revenue.
Key accountabilities
- Building and maintaining a network internally and externally to ensure prompt and efficient delivery.
- Answer telephone calls and assist customers.
- Direct sales leads to appropriate member of sales team.
- Liaise with clients – deal with client enquiries, purchase orders, SBD / Vendor forms.
- Respond to emails and other forms of correspondence.
- Follow-up on material and fighting instructions
- Promote and sell products and services.
- Explain promotional offers.
- Liaise with all internal stakeholders/departments for sales and after sales.
- Assist with Trade Marketing Initiatives when applicable.
- Update and maintain client database.
- Accurate storage and quick retrieval of information and documentation.
- Ensure all client information is correct in conjunction with the Account Executive.
- SAP Purchase Requisitions and Service Entry Sheets.
- Travel arrangements on SAP for all staff (Flights, accommodation, car hire)
- Ordering of stationery for the whole department via SAP.
- Handle all queries and complaints and escalate.
- Answer questions about platforms and services rendered.
- Obtain and listen to audio/visuals and send to Account Executives by all Sales Assistant across all Provinces.
- Collect data from various key internal business stakeholders and complete quarterly sales meeting data templates and presentations.
- Track sales expenses.
- Retrieve figures for sales reports input.
- Retrieval of daily and weekly tracking of bookings
(Internal Sales Role). - Prepare deals management documentation and obtain required signatures i.e. term sheets.
- Arrange and organize meetings, workshops, events, conferences etc.
- Pre-plan quarterly reviews appointments both internal and external.
- Minutes taking and distribution weekly staff meetings.
- Filing, Scanning & E-mail.
- Management of Department’s budget i.e. moving of funds for travel, stationery and refreshments.
- Liaise with procurement.
- Manage teams’ diaries.
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in Marketing / Communications / Sale or relevant tertiary qualification
- Computer literacy (Ms Office)
- Demonstrate understanding of governance prescripts.
- Demonstrate communication skills (verbal and written)
- Passion for broadcasting and media
- Customer Service orientated
- Establish and maintain relationships
- Quality orientated with attention to detail
- Problem solving ability
- Proactive and action-orientated
- Numerate
- Demonstrate planning and organizing Skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to multi-task
- Listening skills
Transport Officer Bloemfontein
CLOSING DATE: 23 MAY 2024
Reporting line: Logistics Manager
Division: Group Services
Scale Code: 405
Position ID: 60020558
The transport officer, who has the proxy of the SABC vehicles of the respective business unit, is responsible for the circulation of fleet vehicles to maximize fleet availability and utilisation. Support the efficient running of transport services and to ensure effective transportation of employee/s for SABC activities. Ensure compliance to the policies/regulations and permit the roadworthiness of the vehicles.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor and ensure fleet operation is in compliance with local and state rules/regulations.
- Ensure roadworthiness of vehicles including registration of vehicles and licencing.
- Facilitate documentation regarding to the introduction of new vehicles in existing fleet.
- Facilitate the traffic fine process for fleet vehicle (redirect, pay, cancel, etc.).
- Support insurance processes and facilitate maintenance as well as monitoring tools of vehicles (service, repairs, panel beating, vehicle tracking units, and logbooks)
- Ensure sufficient time has been allocated for maintenance of the vehicles to keep up with demand, safety and quality standards. Facilitate relief vehicles as and when it is need.
- Maintain inventories/electronic database of vehicles and drivers as well as inspection of vehicles.
- Ensure fleet availability to meet all requests and ensure safety of the client.
- Organize fleet as per various schedules and requests.
- Assign drivers as per various schedules.
- Ensure accurate completeness of vehicle log books.
- Provide leave and temporary relief for drivers as and when needed.
- Conduct gap analysis and facilitate required training to capacitate employees.
- Implement mechanism to motivate staff.
- Streamline and monitor wet stock (Fuel Cards usage and Bulk fuel usage for all vehicles).
- Create journals for cost recovery i.e. Fuel usage; Vehicle usage; Vehicle licensing; etc.
- Report to management all the shortfall
- Participate in various workshops and educational programs and maintain knowledge on all industry relevant publications. Implement standard operational process to maintain vehicles by advocating best practices in the industry. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and codes of ethical conduct affecting the SABC’s governance environment.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures
- Ensure strict compliance with the Delegation of Authority Framework
- Monitor execution of internal risk and audit recommendations
- Adherence to the submission and capturing of disclosure of interest on SAP.
- Ensure minimum impact for Audit findings
- Foster effective relationships with all stakeholders to ensure timeous resolution of requests, as well as timeous responses to queries and information required;
- Promote the brand and reputation of the transport Department and SABC with internal and external stakeholders.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Matric
- Certificate in Administration
- Qualification in transportation management and or equivalent experience will be an added advantage
- Valid and unendorsed vehicle driver’s license with Public Driver Permit (PDP) is a pre-requisite
- Code B, C, C1.
- Code EC will be an added advantage
EXPERIENCE
- Experience and understanding of Administration coordination
- At least 3 years’ experience in Transport and/or Administration environment
- Experience in customer services
- Fleet control capabilities
- Ability to manage personnel
- Ability to schedule
- Proven ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work with difficult clients
KNOWLEDGE
- Have SAP system knowledge
- Computer Literate (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Understanding of finance processes
- Understanding of SABC policies and procedures and associated legislation regarding transport
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Excellent organizational Skills
- Strong administration skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
Business Manager: Channel Africa
POSITION : BUSINESS MANAGER: CHANNEL AFRICA
DIVISION : CHANNEL AFRICA
REPORTING LINE : GENERAL MANAGER: RADIO
POSITION ID : 60017982
SCALE CODE : 125
(This is a 5-year Contract Position)
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Closing Date: 22 May 2024
Main Purpose of the position
To provide strategic direction, guidance and management of the station in a cost-effective and efficient manner, in compliance with the license conditions and South African Broadcasting Corporation PBS mandate to maximise audience and revenue opportunities.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement station strategy in line with the country’s foreign policy as well as the overarching SABC strategy and business objectives.
- Guide the development and implementation of programming and marketing plans aligned to audience needs and mandate obligations.
- Develop and evaluate business plans in line with brand requirements and financial sustainability.
- Develop plans to reach new markets and increase Channel Africa’s penetration in the continent.
- Communicate station strategy to all staff and supporting departments to ensure alignment.
- Oversee and monitor marketing of the station in Africa to ensure creation of opportunities for collaboration to achieve financial sustainability, audience growth and brand awareness.
- Identify and exploit alternative revenue streams with internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor and oversee the delivery of high quality programme content that can be sold or licence to other broadcasters.
- Facilitate and support creative processes by both marketing and programming teams.
- Facilitate the commissioning of research and ensure optimal utilisation of research findings in critical decision making.
- Monitor and ensure that content developed for the station is in line with the mandate and is exploitable beyond initial broadcast.
- Facilitate talent scouting initiatives, in South Africa and the continent, and implement development plans for acquired talent.
- Compile and manage the utilisation of station budget.
- Monitor and manage station financial performance in line with the mandate and SABC’s sustainability goals.
- Manage the contracting and payment of independent contractor as well as other service providers.
- Ensure compliance with corporate governance and adhere to SABC policies and procedures, as well as international laws.
- Develop and implement the Standard Operating Procedures as well as other necessary controls to ensure accountability and delivery of high quality services.
- Address audit findings including consequence management, and close all gaps in compliance.
- Oversee the management of risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial losses and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations
- Maintain close relations with Sales and Adventure in order to adequately define stations’ revenue requirements and close any gaps.
- Initiate trade marketing activities in relevant African markets in consultation with Sales and Corporate Affairs.
- Provide continuous feedback to senior management and station team regarding operational status and strategy performance.
- Closely manage external and internal stakeholders in order to ensure optimal delivery on PBS mandate as well as exploitation of revenue opportunities.
- Contract and evaluate staff performance in accordance with organizational Performance Management System and policy
- Ensure adequate staffing for fair workload distribution and effective leadership (including leave Management).
- Effective briefing of and communication with departmental staff and senior managemnt.
- Complete personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members
- Provide a conducive work environment that supports creativity and personal growth.
- Coach, mentor and guide junior employees.
- Provide leadership on the retention and attraction of staff, and champion succession planning.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations/Journalism//Media Studies or equivalent qualification. NQF 7
- 6 years’ experience in a broadcasting environment of which 3 years should be in Radio Station management level.
- Understanding of ICASA regulations, South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other relevant legislation, BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies, and other quality assurance tools.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of African politics and socio-economic issues.
- Radio production processes and systems.
- Excellent understanding of the international media space.
- Experience in planning, budgeting for and executing special broadcasts and projects.
- Strategic thinking and ability to improvise and innovate.
- International stakeholder management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Business writing.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Project management skills.
- Digital media and computer skills.
Internship Policy and Regulatory Affairs
Report Line: Head Group Strategy
Division: Legal,Governance and Regulatory
Position ID: 60022307
CLOSING DATE: 21 MAY 2024
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for Graduates to join our Operations team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide Graduates with an opportunity to work with our clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide administrative support to the department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC’s objectives.
About the Team
Policy & Regulatory Affairs Team is responsible for providing the necessary support to ensure that the SABC television channels and radio stations comply with all regulatory requirements and that the necessary compliance reports are made to ICASA and other Authorities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with tracking compliance with licence conditions by collating and analysing data, schedules and recordings for compliance;
- Assist with preparation of compliance reports and presentations on performance of stations/channels in accordance with stipulated regulatory requirements;
- Assist with undertaking research on policy and regulatory issues as required;
- Assist with liaising with stations and channels on compliance matters, ensuring that stations and channels are kept abreast of their requirements and their performance against those requirements
- Assist with monitoring competitor activities;
- Assist in preparations for hearings and submissions to ICASA and other Authorities;
- Assist with complaints management; and
- Attend relevant public hearings where necessary.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
• National Diploma or Degree Media Studies or Social Sciences or relevant (NQF6/7)
KNOWLEDGE
• Able to handle confidential information
• Proactive person with above average initiative
• Professional telephone manner
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
• Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, SAP, E-mail & Internet) with above average competence in presentation software (MS PowerPoint)
• Thorough knowledge of office administration
• High level planning and organising skills
• Detail orientated with strong focus on accuracy.
Internship Archivist (GP)
CLOSING DATE: 21 MAY 2024
Position: Archivist Internship (GP)
Report Line: Manager: Radio Archives
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide a selection, acquisition, appraisal, cataloguing and preservation of the archive content to preserve the Broadcast heritage and through independent processing of requests, for both internal and external clients, making this content available.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the acquisition of broadcast content from a variety of sources according to Radio Archives SOP.
- Assist with the selection of broadcast content with potential archival value from program schedules.
- Assist with the appraisal of selected and acquired content to establish archival value.
- Assist with Cataloguing selected material according to Radio Archives Standards and ensure data integrity.
- Perform technical duties; e.g. audio editing, compilation of CD’s and CD pre-mastering.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- BA Degree in English/Information Management Science/ Archives & Records Management or equivalent NQF Level 7.
- Fluency in English; understand, read and write. Understanding of at least one of the following languages: Chewa, Silozi, Swahili, English, French and Portuguese would be an advantage.
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a team
Internship News Reporter X2 Limpopo
CLOSING DATE:20 MAY 2024
Internship : News Reporter X2 Limpopo
(multimedia / MOJO reporters, both with English proficiency and Tshivenda or Xitsonga or Sepedi )
Division : News and Currant Affairs
Position ID : 60022285, 60022287
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned.
- Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
- Research, investigate and break stories.
- Maintain special focus areas (e.g. crime).
- Give informative and well-researched input in live crossings and packaged content / stories.
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories / content.
- Set up and record interviews.
- Meet story and broadcast deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events / developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals and photographs for publication / posting, using relevant recording equipment, including smart phone.
- 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, SABC News’ editorial policy, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
- Proficiency in the advertised indigenous broadcast language and English (read, write, and speak)
- Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
Intern News Reporter
Position Title : News Reporter
(1 Xhosa & 1 Afrikaans multimedia / MOJO reporters, both with English proficiency)
Provinces : Eastern Cape newsroom (Gqeberha)
Division : News and Currant Affairs
Position ID : 60022271, 60022256
CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2024
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned.
- Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
- Research, investigate and break stories.
- Maintain special focus areas (e.g. crime).
- Give informative and well-researched input in live crossings and packaged content / stories.
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories / content.
- Set up and record interviews.
- Meet story and broadcast deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events / developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals and photographs for publication / posting, using relevant recording equipment, including smart phone.
- 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, SABC News’ editorial policy, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
- Proficiency in the advertised indigenous broadcast language and English (read, write, and speak)
- Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
Sound Operators Internsx2
Position: Sound Operators Interns X2
Report Line: Head: TV Media and OB Technology
Division: Technology
CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2024
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for five Sound Operator internships to join our TV and Outside Broadcast team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal/External clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to TV Media and OB Technology department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or productions to meet SABC’s objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their Diploma/degree/Certificate in Film and Television Production/Video Technology or Sound-Audio Ops/Studio production and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the Broadcast environment.
About the Team
TV and Outside Broadcast is a business unit in the Technology Division of the SABC (South African Broadcasting Corporation). The unit provides broadcast services internally to the SABC and to external clients. The TV and Outside Broadcast Team is responsible for providing broadcast support and fascilities and delivering custom broadcast solutions to our clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support and assist in effective and efficient planning, obtaining, setting up, testing and operating Sound equipment during TV productions in order to contribute to effective broadcasting.
Responsibilities:
- Support and assist in effectively determining and serving customer needs.
- Support and assist in Set up and operation of sound equipment in accordance with Standard Operating procedure.
- On time delivery of production material, within scope and within specifications.
- Support and assist in making sure sound equipment are in good working condition prior to production.
- Support and assist in performing first line sound equipment maintenance or immediately report faulty equipment to OB technician/Superior.
- Support and assist in Setting up and operation of sound equipment in accordance with SOP.
- Support and assist in applying Audio Production techniques and use of ancillary equipment in accordance with production plan, customer requirements and TV production best practice
- Support and assist in performing trouble shooting and emergency procedures quickly and effectively.
- Familiarising with production requirements prior to production sessions.
- Familiarising with production facility (OB Unit or TV Studio) prior to production sessions.
- Compliance with Production & Customer Requirements.
- Adherence to SOP’S
- Adherence to company Policies.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant degree/diploma/Certificate in Film and Television Production/Video Technology or
- Minimum 1 year Qualification in Sound Ops/Studio production.
KNOWLEDGE
| Demonstrates good understanding of equipment & facilities within broadcasting production environment.Demonstrates good understanding of TV operations systems, workflows & processes.Demonstrates Knowledge & understanding of executing operational support on advice.Demonstrates Knowledge & understanding of basic First line maintenance on Sound equipment.Demonstrates Knowledge & understanding of basic Trouble shooting procedures.Demonstrates Knowledge & understanding of application of different sound equipment. E.g Microphones.Demonstrates Knowledge & understanding of Safe handling of fragile OB/Studio equipment.Knowledge & understanding of broadcast standards. |
GROUP EXECUTIVE: HUMAN RESOURCES
Report Line : Group Chief Executive Officer
Division : Human Resources
Scale Code : 115
Position ID : 60017608
CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2024
5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT POSITION
Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for providing visionary and strategic Human Resources leadership in the development and implementation of a dynamic Human Resources framework and operation for the South African Broadcasting Corporation, aligned to Human Resource best practice and business requirements, resulting in the successful achievement of the SABC business objectives/goals and business growth.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a best practice Human Resources Operation (including the review of Human Resources policies, practices, processes, systems, etc) which will contribute to business success.
- Provide visionary leadership in the development and implementation of a Human Resources strategy for the SABC, aligned to the SABC Corporate Business Strategy.
- Develop and implement a relevant Human Resources Structure resourced with a capable and competent Human Resources Team.
- Direct, manage, motivate/inspire and develop Human Resources employees nationally.
- Drive a Performance and Reward Framework (strategy, policies, processes, system, etc) which will contribute towards the establishment of a performance-driven culture and workforce.
- Support the Employee Relations Framework (structure, policies, processes, etc) which will result in a harmonious work environment and ensure the implementation of fair labour practices and compliance with labour legislation.
- Support the Talent Management Framework (including succession planning) which will ensure the attraction, retention and ongoing development of talent, resulting in a skilled and competent workforce.
- Drive the Human Resources Transformation strategies of the SABC in conjunction with business partners.
- Support Employee Wellness Strategies which will contribute to employee well-being and ensure compliance with statutory Occupational Health requirements.
- Develop and execute internal control measures and HR policies to ensure good governance.
- Cost-effectively manage the Human Resources Budget. Review and implement a Risk Management Plan in line with the organizational Risk Framework in order to minimize risk from an HR perspective within the Corporation.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Leadership and team management
- Change Management
- Business planning Knowledge of HR practices in a media environment
- Budget management
- PFMA and relevant treasury regulations
- Strategic management
- Legal standards and regulations.
Education and Experience:
- Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or related fields. Master’s degree in Business or Human Resources Management or a related field would be advantageous.
- 10 years’ senior/executive human resources management experience within a large complex organization with exposure to the different HR disciplines, such as remuneration, talent management, labour relations, organizational development, change management, etc.
- Extensive experience in the development and successful implementation of Human Resources strategies and the alignment thereof with Business Strategy.
INTERN PRODUCER/PRESENTER – RSG
SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
POSITION : PRODUCER/PRESENTER – RSG (INTERNSHIP)
POSITION ID : 60022255
LOCATION : JOHANNESBURG (AUCKLAND PARK)
REPORT LINE : EDITOR – RADIO NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2024
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To be part of a team that produces and broadcasts Afrikaans Current Affairs stories that are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair for its target audience.
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:
- NQF6 Language-specific digitally-savvy journalism graduates
- Written and spoken mother-tongue (Afrikaans) proficiency will be beneficial
- Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalist tool
- Exceptional reading and writing skills, especially in Afrikaans
Internship Librarian
Position: Information Librarian Intern X 1
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Information Library
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
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CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2024
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide a basic but effective and user-friendly information service to internal and external clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist in providing information to internal/external clients
- Assist with daily circulation control (borrowing of books) on Inmagic Genie – issue and return books on Inmagic Genie. Knowledge of the DB/Text system to update borrower’s data
- Assist in sourcing quotations and purchasing of books
- Assist with interlibrary loans
- Assist in maintaining the Inmagic Genie databases, by doing regular data cleansing
- Liaise with internal and external clients and Identify client needs
- Assist with digitization and computerization of library content
- Index articles according to the contents with keywords, topics and sub-topics
- Assist in regular data cleansing of indexed records on the Newbase system
- Provide an information service and assist clients with telephonic requests
- Assist to Fax or email information to clients
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in Library/Information Science/Music Degree or equivalent NQF Level 7
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a team
Intern Bulletin Writer Afrikaans Bulletins
INTERNSHIP
POSITION : INTERN: BULLETIN WRITER– AFRIKAANS
DEPARTMENT : NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
POSITION ID : 60022239
LOCATION : JOHANNESBURG (AUCKLAND PARK)
CLOSING DATE: 19 MAY 2024
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To enable the delivery of incisive public service Afrikaans News content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate.
Key Accountabilities:
Script Afrikaans news content as assigned.
Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair.
Adhere to designated Afrikaans language requirements.
Ensure that language usage is accurate and formal.
Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories.
Conduct field, archival and other research.
Conduct interviews and Q&As in Afrikaans when required.
Use multi-media platforms to promote Afrikaans news content and ensure adherence to digital media guidelines.
Write/script, voice, and package stories as required in Afrikaans.
Deliver news bulletin within set duration.
Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
Engage professionally with the audiences to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity.
Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, broadcasting, and applicable legislation, ICASA regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC Editorial Policies and appropriate news and current affairs style guide etc.
Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
REQUIREMENTS:
National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications NQF6/7
Must have Afrikaans as first language
Written and spoken mother-tongue (Afrikaans) proficiency will be beneficial
Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalist tool
Coordinator: Project Planner KZN
COORDINATOR: PROJECT PLANNER
DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY
POSITION ID: 60018279
SCALE CODE: 404
REPORTS TO: RRTO REGIONAL MANAGER: KZN
CLOSING DATE : 19 MAY 2024
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
Senior Technician KZN
RE – ADVERTISEMENT
CLOSING DATE: 19 MAY 2024
SENIOR TECHNICIAN (KZN)
DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY
POSITION ID: 60018284
SCALE CODE: 402
REPORTS TO: SECTIONAL LEAD: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks in order to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Contribute (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
- Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments
- Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development,
- Participate in Capex project and system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions
- Submission of Minor Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
- Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability
- Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed
- Long-term Capex motivational planning assistance
- Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
- Above average rating of SLA
- Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
- Adhere to service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required
- Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %
- Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on air systems)
- Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime
- Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults
- Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems
- Participating in preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability
- Contributing and implementing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in dialog with digital partners to create resolutions with principal team members
- Contribute to the specification requirements in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
- Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans
- Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
- Compliance with OEM software licenses
- SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity
- 95% of assets verified annually
- Participate in annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan)
- Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner
- Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance
- Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options
- Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints
- Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
- Performance agreements with manager annually
- Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
- Ad-hoc technical and operational presentation and training (In-house) provided on an ongoing basis
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification as an added advantage
- Driver’s License: OB – Code 10
- Driver’s License: minimum B (specific to the Job Profile)
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in the technical broadcast environment, of the 5 years a minimum of 1 year at a shift/standby competence (full performer) Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
- IT Network knowledge advantage CISCO CCNA (ICDN1 +ICDN2) certified.
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Production Accountant
PRODUCTION ACCOUNTANT
Reporting line : Finance Manager: Content
Division : Finance
Scale Code : 401
Position ID : 60017718
Closing Date: 19 May 2024
Reporting to Financial Manager: To provide efficient and effective financial services to TV Division, these services will constitute providing accurate timeous and relevant financial information regarding budgets, income, expenditure, and balance sheet.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY
- Optimise the utilization of SABC resources
- Drive the implementation of cost saving initiatives in the division
- BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Ensure capitalisation and settlements done timeously and costs transfer to Channel.
- Timeous preparation of journals before month-end.
- Review planned values.
- Monthly analysis of content stock reports – look at the full value chain including content amortisation.
- Review production expenditure and investigate variances.
- Verify and approve production projects, contracts, and payments.
- Close off production projects.
- Resolve amortisation cost related queries.
- Provide financial information on all productions to internal and external clients.
- Monitor production budgets and related expenditure.
- Review and assess cash flows on production budgets.
- Attend to queries on monitoring control report and asset registers.
- Ad hoc analysis and reports
- GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- Ensure adherence to all relevant SABC Policies and Procedures, SABC’s Delegation of Authority and acts including PFMA.
- Implement and maintain internal controls.
- Implement and maintain sound financial systems.
- STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Explore and make recommendations on current Operational processes to streamline and improve it for better efficiency and effectiveness.
- Create and maintain cross functional communication with internal stakeholders.
- Effective discussion, coaching and communication with all levels of management to set proper budgets & forecasts.
- Handle all the complaints and queries from internal and external stakeholder.
- Provide financial support to the business unit.
- Provide necessary information during audit period to auditors
- LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
- Supervise day to day duties of the Administrators.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- National Diploma or Degree in Finance or relevant qualification (NQF6/7)
- Honour’s Degree in Financial Management or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
- Advanced Excel will be advantageous
EXPERIENCE
- 3 years’ experience in Finance/production environment of which 1 year should be on Supervisory level
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of SAP financial application
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff; management; external parties
- Self-starter
- Must pay attention to detail
- Must have analytical mind
- Previous experience in cost accounting environment would be advantageous
- Financial management and reporting
- IFRS knowledge
- Project accounting
- Management information systems
- HR business processes and systems understanding
- Understanding of PFMA, relevant National Treasury regulations and other legislative frameworks
Technical Operator
DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY ( AUCKLAND PARK )
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY
POSITION: TECHNICAL OPERATOR
POSITION ID: 60018984
SCALE CODE: 404
REPORTS TO: SECTIONAL LEAD: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
CLOSING DATE : 19 MAY 2024
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and
playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available
facilities/ equipment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Opex contributions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
- Minor Capex contribution to ensure new requirements are addressed.
- Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability.
- Above average rating of SLA.
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports.
- Adhere to service delivery standards.
- Execute operational production requirements.
- Operate facility equipment.
- Mic placements as per SOP.
- Record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams.
- Assist in recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards.
- Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast
standards.
- Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request.
- Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards.
- Record distributions in line with archiving best practice.
- Setup mix-minus.
- Operating digital playout systems.
- Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer
requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary).
- On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
- Report and escalate risk findings.
- Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures.
- 95% of assets verified annually.
- Responsible control of all SABC Broadcast assets.
- Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
- Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request.
- Provide basic operational assistance & guidance to customers/users.
- Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints.
- 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
- Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant
Qualification.
- Advantage: Sound Engineering Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6).
- Driver’s License: C1 (Code 10) with PDP.
- Minimum 1 years’ experience in broadcast environment with relevant experience in Digital
Sound & Video within live, production and post production environment.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict.
- Willingness to work irregular hours and shifts to sustain 24/7 on-air facility environment.
All the best with your applications.
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