SABC Vacancies

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Head: Sales Radio

Position                      : Head of Sales Radio

Scale code                 : 120

Position ID                 : 60023993

Location                     : Johannesburg 

Reporting line            : Chief Commercial Officer

Main purpose of the position

To grow sustainable SABC revenue and market share through the sale of radio related advertising, sponsorship and associated products, services and solutions across its portfolio of radio stations, inclusive of radio on streaming platforms such as SABC Plus. This will be achieved through leading, in a disciplined, professional and performance-focused manner, a high-performing national Radio sales team with focused responsibility for building commercial relationships and exploiting opportunities to meet client’s Radio-related advertising and sponsorship needs and requirements.          

Key accountabilities

• Develop a comprehensive sales strategy and plan, in alignment with the SABC Strategy & Corporate Plan, to achieve revenue targets and grow market share within the Radio segment of the broadcast media marketplace.
• Evaluate progress on the implementation of the plan and course-correct accordingly should targets not be met.
• Lead and manage a team of sales professionals, in a disciplined, structured and focused manner to achieve and exceed set sales targets within the Radio segment of the broadcast media marketplace.
• Understand the needs, expectations and requirements of clients in the Radio segment in order to develop differentiated solutions based on the SABC’s portfolio of traditional radio stations and digital media assets.
• Collaboratively develop and propose to clients appropriate, relevant and innovative media solutions leveraging a mix of Radio stations and channels (as well as other potential platforms such as Video Entertainment & SABC Plus where relevant) to meet budget requirements, optimize campaign performance and enhance revenue opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with the Creative Solutions Team to ensure that Radio sales team’s proposals and presentations are of high quality, offering insightful solutions and providing measurable outcomes.
• Ensure Salespeople actively use the SABC CRM system and adhere to all sales disciplines and reporting requirements.
• Ensure Radio Sales Team proposals & presentations are of high quality and offer insightful, measurable value & outcomes.
• Provide regular, comprehensive monthly reports on Radio sales progress against set targets, inclusive of a detailed sales pipeline report and performance against key metrics such as calls made, proposals delivered, value of proposals, conversion ratios, salesperson productivity and effectiveness etc
• Collaborate with Sales Intelligence, Creative Solutions, Sales Innovation, and Channel teams to successfully commercialize, and implement new product solutions and offerings.
• Proactively address Client needs and expectations, resolving any challenging issues to ensure mutual satisfaction.
• Engage in trade marketing efforts to maintain and enhance industry relationships, visibility, and ongoing communication.
• Collaborate with Radio stations nationally to leverage local resources to support and deliver on sales / revenue generation opportunities.
• Build a performance-driven, disciplined approach to sales execution, underpinning a client-focused culture aligned to the new Sales Operating Model.
• Engage in effective stakeholder management maintaining transparent, ongoing communication with both internal and external partners.

• Analyse and segment public, commercial, and high-growth markets to better understand client requirements, unlock new revenue opportunities and expand SABC’s share across the Radio segment.
• Actively develop strategies and plans to regain commercial revenue share in line with SABC’s audience numbers and market share.
• Leverage market intelligence, competitor analysis, and audience insights to shape sales strategy, influence advertiser spend, and drive data-led decision-making.
• Collaborate across VE, News, Sports, and Digital to craft integrated, cross-platform solutions that maximise client value.
• Champion innovation by incubating new products through Ad-Venture and Digital Sales streams, with a focus on digital-first strategies and high-yield audience segments.

• Debrief Salespeople on a regular basis to collect relevant market and sales intelligence.
• Gather and make sense of ‘on the ground’ Market & Client intelligence to better understand market dynamics and evolving client needs & expectations
• Provide regular reports on ‘on the ground’ intelligence obtained to inform the work of the Intelligence & Analytics Team.
• Monitor & analyse competitor businesses to identify & exploit new business opportunities & increase market share
• Interpret & use intelligence & research to optimize revenue (eg market trends, lost / dropped business, shifts in competitor strategies or operations).
• Provide input into pricing and rate-card tools and decisions based on market experience and realities
• Drive sustainable, profitable growth via tailored radio-specific media solutions, high-impact sponsorships, and value-rich client offerings.
• Leverage market intelligence and sales analytics to inform pricing, optimize campaign performance and increase revenue.
• Manage radio-related cost of sales and sales commitments with discipline, ensuring profitability, contractual compliance, and accurate monthly reporting.
• Contribute to radio-related revenue forecasting, target setting, and budgeting, ensuring plans are implemented, tracked, and adjusted to meet performance goals.
• Manage all budgets effectively and efficiently.

• Deliver all Radio-related sales and other reports timeously and accurately as required.
• Ensure and assure the data integrity of all sales information provided, including sales call reports
• Ensure that all Radio Sales Team Members’ time in market is optimised and that hybrid working is not abused.
• Establish and enforce robust governance frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with legislation and SABC policies.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate operational and commercial risks, including implementation of the Risk Management Plan and internal audits.
• Ensure accurate, timely reporting across CRM systems and ensure full visibility of performance and budget accountability.
• Track and mitigate actual and potential revenue leakage and enhance audit-readiness across the Radio-sales value chain.
• Address issues raised in internal risk audits proactively, develop mitigation strategies & assist in resolution of audit findings.

• Build and sustain strategic relationships across SABC platforms, agencies, clients, and key industry stakeholders to drive collaboration and revenue growth.
• Represent SABC Radio Sales at industry forums and market-facing events, ensuring strong visibility and influence within the advertising ecosystem.
• Foster mutually beneficial partnerships that unlock commercial opportunities and long-term value for both clients and SABC.
• Champion regional sales effectiveness through collaboration with ROMs and NSMs.
• Enhance SABC’s brand presence and reputation through revenue driven engagements and strengthened commercial relationships with both agencies and clients.

• Recruit, select and contract high-performing Radio sales talent in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Implement structured Radio sales cadences, CRM discipline, and ongoing training to boost productivity, conversion rates, and execution consistency.
• Set clear Radio sales targets and performance expectations and apply effective consequence management to achieve targets.
• Recognise over-achievement and effectively manage the under-performance of members of the Radio Sales Team
• Manage and coach Radio Sales Team members to develop the necessary insights, knowledge and skills required to deliver successfully on expectations.
• Lead, inspire, and develop resilient, accountable Radio sales teams, with clear KPIs, career growth pathways, and recognition frameworks.
• Drive effective performance management in line with organisational standards, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
• Champion people development initiatives including succession planning, wellness, talent management, and employment equity.

Qualifications and experience

• NQF7 Degree in Sales, Marketing, Media or Business Management.
• Supplementary Media, Sales and / or other relevant training courses and certificates
• 8–10 years of progressive, successful sales leadership and management, with media sales, especially radio, as a strong advantage.

• Advanced knowledge of CRM systems, media measurement tools, and performance reporting.
• Use market intelligence and sales analytics to drive radio performance, pricing strategies, and audience value delivery.

• Leadership & People management skills inclusive of leading teams and developing effective teamwork.
• Known & respected in the radio advertising industry with established networks and relationships with current and emerging decision makers and adspend influencers.
• Proven leadership in high-volume media sales environments (Radio, digital, sponsorships).
• Deep understanding of segmentation strategies, client acquisition, and key account growth.
• Strong commercial acumen and data fluency—able to interpret insights into actions.
• Influential communicator with established networks in media buying and brand leadership.
• Adept at managing complexity, coaching teams, and navigating organisational change.
• Literate in use of Office suite – Word, PowerPoint & Excel as well as in CRM and other sales software applications.
• Planning & time management.
• Strong sales skills inclusive of the ability to coach and mentor salespeople.

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Head: News & Sport 

Position                                  : Head: Sales News & Sport

Scale code                             : 125A

Position ID                             : 60023994

Location                                 : Johannesburg 

Reporting line                        : Chief Commercial Officer

Main purpose of the position

To grow sustainable SABC revenue and market share through the sale of News & Sports focused advertising, sponsorship and associated products, services and solutions across its portfolio of linear television channels and radio stations, digital media assets and SABC Plus. This will be achieved through leading, in a disciplined, professional and performance-focused manner, a high-performing national sales team focused on News & Sport, with responsibility for building commercial relationships, identifying advertising & Sponsorship opportunities and meeting client’s advertising / sponsorship needs and requirements.

Key accountabilities

• In close collaboration with the News & Sports divisions, develop comprehensive segment-focused sales strategies and plans, in alignment with the SABC Strategy & Corporate Plan as well as the divisional News & Sports strategies, to achieve revenue targets and grow market share within the News & Sports segments of the broadcast media marketplace.
• Develop News & Sports-focused sales strategies and plans to take advantage of opportunities provided by targeted sporting events and codes as well as significant current and future events of national interest.
• Evaluate progress on the implementation of strategies and plans and course-correct accordingly should targets not be met.
• Lead and manage a team of sales professionals, in a disciplined, structured and focused manner to achieve and exceed set sales targets within the N&S segments of the broadcast media marketplace.
• Understand the needs, expectations and requirements of clients in N&S segments in order to develop differentiated solutions based on the SABC’s portfolio of traditional radio stations, television channels, SABC Plus and digital media assets.
• Collaboratively develop and propose to clients appropriate, relevant and innovative media solutions leveraging a mix of SABC stations, channels, streaming and digital media assets to meet budget requirements, optimize campaign performance and enhance revenue opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with the Creative Solutions Team to ensure that N&S sales team’s proposals and presentations are of high quality, offering insightful solutions and providing measurable outcomes.
• Ensure Salespeople actively use the SABC CRM system and adhere to all sales disciplines and reporting requirements.
• Ensure N&S Sales Team proposals & presentations are of high quality and offer insightful, measurable value & outcomes.
• Provide regular, comprehensive monthly reports on N&S sales progress against set targets, inclusive of a detailed sales pipeline report and performance against key metrics such as calls made, proposals delivered, value of proposals, conversion ratios, salesperson productivity and effectiveness etc
• Collaborate with Sales Intelligence, Creative Solutions, Sales Innovation, and Channel teams to successfully commercialize, and implement new product solutions and offerings.
• Proactively address Client needs and expectations, resolving any challenging issues to ensure mutual satisfaction.
• Engage in trade marketing efforts to maintain and enhance industry relationships, visibility, and ongoing communication.
• Collaborate with the News and Sports divisional heads and their teams, as well as ROMs and NSMs nationally, to leverage identified resources to support and deliver on sales / revenue generation opportunities.
• Build a performance-driven, disciplined approach to sales execution, underpinning a client-focused culture aligned to the new Sales Operating Model.
• Engage in effective stakeholder management maintaining transparent, ongoing communication with both internal and external partners.

• Analyse and segment public, commercial, and high-growth markets to better understand client requirements, unlock new revenue opportunities and expand SABC’s share across the N&S segments.
• Actively develops strategies and plans to gain revenue share in line with SABC’s audience numbers and market share.
• Leverage market intelligence, competitor analysis, and audience insights to shape sales strategy, influence advertiser spend, and drive data-led decision-making.
• Collaborate across Sports, News, VE, Radio and Digital divisions to craft integrated, cross-platform solutions that maximise client value.
• Champion innovation by incubating new products through Adventure and Digital Sales streams, with a focus on digital-first strategies and high-yield audience segments.

• Debrief Salespeople on a regular basis to collect relevant market and sales intelligence.
• Gather and make sense of ‘on the ground’ Market & Client intelligence to better understand market dynamics and evolving client needs & expectations
• Provide regular reports on ‘on the ground’ intelligence obtained to inform the work of the Intelligence & Analytics Team.
• Monitor & analyse competitor businesses to identify & exploit new business opportunities & increase market share.
• Interpret & use intelligence & research to optimize revenue (eg market trends, lost / dropped business, shifts in competitor strategies or operations).
• Provide input into pricing and rate-card tools and decisions based on market experience and realities
• Drive sustainable, profitable growth via tailored radio-specific media solutions, high-impact sponsorships, and value-rich client offerings.
• Leverage market intelligence and sales analytics to inform pricing, optimize campaign performance and increase revenue.
• Manage cost of sales and sales commitments with discipline, ensuring profitability, contractual compliance, and accurate monthly reporting.
• Contribute to sales revenue forecasting, target setting, and budgeting, ensuring plans are implemented, tracked, and adjusted to meet performance goals.
• Manage all budgets effectively and efficiently.

• Understand and adhere to all legislative, regulatory and other restrictions and governance requirements applicable to the Sports and News / Current Affairs sectors (particularly ICASA regulations and SABC Act requirements).
• Deliver all N&S-related sales and other reports timeously and accurately as required.
• Ensure and assure the data integrity of all sales information provided, including sales call reports
• Ensure that all N&S Sales Team Members’ time in market is optimised and that hybrid working is not abused.
• Establish and enforce robust governance frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and SABC policies.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate operational and commercial risks, including implementation of the Risk Management Plan and internal audits.
• Ensure accurate, timely reporting across CRM systems and ensure full visibility of performance and budget accountability.
• Track and mitigate actual and potential revenue leakage and enhance audit-readiness across the N&S sales value chain.
• Address issues raised in internal risk audits proactively, develop mitigation strategies & assist in resolution of audit findings.

• Build sound, long-term relationships of trust with members of sporting federations, sports clubs and associations as well as all other relevant N&S influencers & decision makers.
• Develop and maintain a database of N&S stakeholders within CRM system.
• Build and sustain strategic relationships across SABC platforms, agencies, clients, and key industry stakeholders to drive collaboration and revenue growth.
• Represent SABC N&S Sales at industry forums and market-facing events, ensuring strong visibility and influence within the advertising ecosystem.
• Foster mutually beneficial partnerships that unlock opportunities and long-term value for both clients and SABC.
• Champion regional sales effectiveness through collaboration with ROMs and NSMs.
• Enhance SABC’s brand presence and reputation through revenue driven engagements and strengthened commercial relationships with both agencies and clients.

• Recruit, select and contract high-performing N&S sales talent in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Implement structured N&S sales cadences, CRM disciplines and ongoing training to boost productivity, conversion rates, and execution consistency.
• Set clear N&S sales targets and performance expectations and apply effective consequence management to achieve targets.
• Recognise over-achievement and effectively manage the under-performance of members of the N&S Sales Team
• Manage and coach N&S Sales Team members to develop the necessary insights, knowledge and skills required to deliver successfully on expectations.
• Lead, inspire, and develop resilient, accountable N&S sales teams, with clear KPIs, career growth pathways, and recognition frameworks.
• Drive effective performance management in line with organisational standards, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
• Champion people development initiatives including succession planning, wellness, talent management, and employment equity.

Qualifications and experience

• NQF8 Degree in Sales, Marketing, Media or Business Management.
• Supplementary Media, Sales and / or other relevant training courses and certificates
• Qualifications in Sports Management or associated disciplines would be an advantage

• 8–10 years of progressive, successful sales leadership and management within the media sales industry is a strong advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working with News and Sports-related advertising / sponsorship media sales at a senior level.
• Knowledge of ICASA and advertising regulations as well as the requirements of the SABC Act

• Advanced knowledge of CRM systems, media measurement tools, and performance reporting.
• Ability to use market intelligence and sales analytics to drive media sales performance, pricing strategies, and audience value delivery.
• At least five years of experience in media sales with demonstrable track record of success.

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Head: Enablement & Fulfilment

Position                                   : Head of Enablement & Fulfilment  

Scale code                              : 125 (Peromner 5, Paterson DU)

Position ID                              : 60024000

Location                                  : Johannesburg 

Reporting line                         : Chief Commercial Officer

Main purpose of the position

The purpose of this role is to ensure that all advertising and sponsorship sales are successfully flighted on the appropriate platform, channel or application timeously and in compliance with the commitments made to the Client. The Head: Sales Fulfilment is a senior leadership role within the Sales Division and provides the necessary management, oversight and assurance of the systems, processes, people and governance structures that ensure the effective delivery of commercial airtime, sponsorships, and sales fulfilment across multiple platforms and applications (TV, radio, digital).

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement an aligned Sales Fulfilment strategy that delivers the desired commercial outcomes and supports the achievement of the overarching Sales Division’s goals.
• Translate desired commercial outcomes into operational systems and process targets.
• Lead long-term planning for operational enablement, infrastructure upgrades, and digital transformation.
• Provide strategic insights and operational risk assessments to the CCO and other forums
• Champion and improve operational effectiveness across the full value chain of sales support, including bookings, inventory, sponsorships, traffic, material handling, deal fulfilment, and system performance.
• Oversee and optimise business support processes by ensuring sales-related technology platforms are effectively configured, maintained, and efficiently supported.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of sales systems, access control, user configuration, and vendor management.
• Ensure that all sales fulfilment systems and processes are aligned with strategic and operational needs as well as security protocols.
• Promote operational continuity and integrity through rigorous system reconciliations, data quality checks, and SOP maintenance.
• Provide leadership in project implementation across the division, including the rollout of new tools, platforms, workflows, and process enhancements that increase speed, quality, and agility.
• Ensure the effective governance of fulfilment and sales operations by maintaining alignment with financial policies & procedures, regulatory, internal control, and audit frameworks.
• Oversee commercial revenue assurance and commission processing by monitoring fulfilment accuracy, deal execution, and compliance with policy and procedural requirements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement by leading cross-functional analysis and embedding automation, analytics, and performance tracking into core processes.
• Implement trading methodologies in line with strategic imperatives
• Provide back-office support to sales teams and operations personnel to enable and unlock sales initiatives.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations divisions including Sport, News, Radio and Video Entertainment and other Sales Team members to optimise the commercial contribution of sponsorship and advertising.
• Inform and manage the departmental budget, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and cost efficiency.
• Lead revenue assurance initiatives including reconciliation, leak detection and reporting.
• Ensure the integrity and timely calculation of sales commission.
• Provide data and operational insights to support business forecasting, strategic and business planning as well as sales negotiations with clients and prospective clients.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments of the sales fulfilment process and mitigate all risks identified to ensure zero revenue leakage.
• Establish and maintain compliance with relevant internal policies, audit frameworks as well as external regulations (e.g., ICASA).
• Oversee risk management planning for operational disruptions, system failures, and governance gaps.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external audits of sales operations and fulfilment.
• Champion and support the implementation and awareness of compliance training across the division.
• Maintain strong collaborative relationships with Legal, Finance, IT, Marketing, VE, Radio, Sports, News, Technology as well as external technology vendors developing and providing systems used by sales fulfilment.
• Ensure open lines of communication across all sales units to support alignment and service delivery.
• Manage relationships and contracts with sales system vendors and technology partners.
• Address and resolve stakeholder queries professionally and efficiently thereby ensuring continuity and operational integrity.
• Lead a high-performing team, instilling a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Guide the development and execution of Personal Development Plans (PDPs), succession planning, and team capability building.
• Align team objectives with organisational KPIs and foster continuous feedback and coaching.

Qualifications and experience

• NQF7 Degree in Operations Management, Business, IT/Systems, or Management
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in commercial or sales operations with a strong focus on quality assurance, systems and process management
• At least 4 years in a senior managerial capacity leading operational or systems teams
• Background in media, advertising, broadcasting, or technology-enabled service environments
• Demonstrated experience with ERP systems, workflow optimisation, and automation
• Exposure to governance, audit preparation, and cross-functional programme delivery

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Senior Technical Operator 

POSITION: SENIOR TECHNICAL OPERATOR

DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY

PLACE OF WORK: AUCKLAND PARK

DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY

POSITION ID: 60018381

SCALE CODE: 404

REPORTS TO: SECTIONAL LEAD: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

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CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2025

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order to plan/setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Contribute 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 Plans

• Opex involvement to input into the project scope development

• Participate in Capex project and system execution and operational workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions

• Contributions of Minor Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget

• Opex contribution to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability

• Assist the Specialist with marketable Sound/Video skills 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

• Adhere to service delivery standards

• Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (broadcast, recording, production and post production), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations

• Coordinate operational production requirements

• Setup, test and operate facility equipment

• Record as per SOP music/choir and liaise with the music producer and/or conductor; for church recording laisse with the church representative and/or the priest; and for documentary/ speech recording liaise with the station producers).

• Setup and operate camera and Live View for News and external broadcasts

• Understanding of mic placements and industry best practises.

• In the field recordings, mixing and front-of-house for all audio requirements

• Record multi-layered drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams

• Perform recordings in accordance to customer requirements and broadcast standards

• 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

• 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

• Setup and operate Broadcast Communication conferencing with multi-layer contributions

• 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

• 95% of assets verified annually

• Effective control of all assets falling within area of control and outside broadcasts.

• Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner

• Maintain 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)

• Ad-hoc operational presentation and training (In-house) provided on an ongoing basis

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 5 years’ experience in broadcast environment in which 3 years on Operator level 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

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Principal Technician (EC)

DIVISION:                      TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT:              RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY (EASTERN CAPE)

POSITION:                     PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN 

POSITION ID:                60018365

SCALE CODE:               401

REPORTS TO:               SECTIONAL LEAD: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS

CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2025

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to design, 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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

• Contribute and provide (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.
• Interpretation of tactical needs to enhance and promote technology infrastructures and customer user requirements and specifications.
• Investigate and interpret business requirements in accordance to functional requirements workflows and international best practices.

MANAGED PROJECT

• Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development.
• Provide in Capex Project with designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions.
• Design innovative solutions and plan of in-area system projects with implementation and monitoring to their completion on-time and within constraints.

 FINANCE MOTIVATIONS

• Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations.
• Accurate calculation and submission of 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 maintenance matrix planning submissions to develop system and equipment life/cycle.
• Long-term Capex motivational planning submissions.
• Opex budget input to ensure adequate funds budgeting for future Financial Fiscal.
• Asset management control; oversight of tracking and transfers. Updated Asset Register maintained as per Company Asset Management policy.

MANAGED OPERATIONAL PERFOMANCE

• 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.
• Set service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them.
• Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required.
• Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (maintenance and tasks), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations.
• Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed.
• Design, plan and control the delivery of technical tasks and projects to their completion on time & within agreed specifications.
• Ongoing monitoring with preventative and corrective deliverables in accordance with overall maintenance plans for all the areas.
• Prevention of re-occurring faults and less than agreed fault target.
• Set service delivery standards and lead the team to achieve them.

SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND MAINTANCES

• 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.
• Ensure virus free, secure, functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
• Establish and sustain compatibility & integration between all digital systems.
• Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks.
• Proper analysis of daily fault reports to identify & address non-compliance.
• Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and software.
• Prevent re-occurring issues and workflow processes with the design of innovative solutions.
• Monitor and control compliance with agreed planned & preventative maintenance schedule.
• Monthly controlled digital equipment and systems failover tests to promote reliable system resilience and ensure full functional, reliable and backup recovery is sustained at all times.
• Daily analysis of report logs and equipment against checklist to determine system health/ availability to identify and proactively correct non-compliance.
• Monthly report of maintenance, system integrity and health of digital systems.
• Daily/ Monthly backup of all system data in line with Broadcast Continuity.
• Ensure Compliance of maintenance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and digital system requirements.
• Development of checklists to promote proactive system health checks to ensure preventative and corrective initiatives.
• Quarterly review and update of all technical documentation.
• Design, update and monitor workflow drawing and technical drawing accrue.
• Daily shift and monthly reporting of faults, tasks, risks, red flag escalations and status progress of deliverables.
• Design and assist (when required) with rigging of facilities, ensuring the efficient and effective functionality and subsequently dismantling of the complete infrastructure without existing facility disruptions (For OB facilities safe return to the SABC base).
• Support (when required) all Outside Broadcast infrastructure in order to operate and adhere to technical, operational and safety specifications, maximising the utilisation of facilities and resources for successful recording, production and broadcast.
• Computer literacy.

ENGINEERING

• Driving of all preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability.
• Designing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions.

GOVERNANCE AND OPERATIONAL COMPLIANCE

• 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 & procedure
• Compliance with OEM software licenses.
• SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity.
• Design and implement a working Disaster Recovery Plan for the facilities/section to manage all potential broadcast failures.
• Provide relevant information to both external and internal auditors for all audit engagements.
• Resolve and implement internal and external Audit recommendations.
• Technical SCM support for project process (Bid Specification Committee, Bid Evaluation Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee).
• Adjust to ensure compliance in according with Enterprise Broadcast Architecture Framework (EBAF), broadcast standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU), ISO’s and customer requirements.
• Compliance of maintenance with manufacturer specifications & system requirements.

ASSET MANAGEMENT

• 95% of assets verified annually.
• Initiate & coordinate annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan).

MANAGED CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
• Monitor 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.
• Technical support and advice of customers re facilities, workflows and operations.
• Internal and external client liaison regarding technical compliance.
• Regular OEM engagements to understand current and future based needs, thereby providing expert innovative measures and solutions to all aspects of broadcast environment.

MANAGED INDIVIDUAL & TEAM

• Compliance with performance management policies and procedures.
• Performance agreements with manager annually.
• Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly).
• Individual technical training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs.
• Technical training in accordance with SABC best practice guide.
• Assist individuals development to set standards.
• Assist individual with Career Development Plan (CDP).
• Contribute and assist in some managerial/ supervision activities, i.e. (Acting Capacity; Represent the department at some meetings, technical or operational administration).

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6).
• IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+).

  EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in technical broadcast environment, of the 7 years a minimum of 3 years as Senior Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services within a Broadcast Environment.

KNOWLEDGE

Advanced/ Expert Knowledge of:

• Assemble a personal computer and peripherals from modules.
• Component level repairs; Installations and repairs of fault components.
• Calibration of broadcasting equipment.
• Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
• Ability to develop and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting.
• Ability to design and implement contingencies, back-up strategies and develop their implementations.
• Shift and system fault bypass competency for direct on-air emergencies and support.
• Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
• Technical & Operational Support, advice and consultation.
• Performing and guiding Preventative & Corrective Maintenance of Equipment/Facilities.
• Facilitating Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
• Project Implementation.
• instrumentation including the maintenance and repairs to broadcast test and measurement equipment.
• In-depth understanding and application of broadcast and production television fundamentals, including.
• analogue and digital, radio and television systems, metadata, audio and video (DTT, OTT and VOD Impact)..
• System analysis which is defined as being able to visualise individual components within the system to determine fault using broadcast chain knowledge.
• Operations of broadcast equipment.
• Switching and routing of audio and video signals.
• Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports.
• Expert knowledge, experience and skills pertaining to the digital systems within the broadcast environment, involving Broadcast Media Servers, Studios, Non-linear Craft Editing, Tape Machines and Quality Control.
• Systems, automation systems, integrations between systems, On-Air Playout and Graphics systems.
• A comprehensive understanding of analogue and digital television standards, file and on-line streaming formats and acquisition formats.
• Ability to repair, configuring/ set-up, test and operate broadcast equipment.
• Advanced knowledge and experience of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Windows Domains.
• Advanced knowledge and experience of network administration; Active Directory, user and resource; setting up policies to restrict user intervention.
•  Ability to design, plan, setup, control, repairs, maintain, configure and install new and existing Local Area.
• Networks. This includes: domain administration – Active directory software; Domain name system (DNS) software, Database/s; Security etc.
• Ability to setup and maintain the broadcast Windows Domain/s which includes the deployment of windows patches, Service Packs and the deployment of anti-virus software thereby mitigating the risk on the Broadcast.
• The ability to tighten security with users and resources setting up policies and by isolating the broadcast network.
• Ability to perform, plan, control and implement maintenance, modifications and installations of new and existing systems and technical equipment; hardware and software.
• Ability to setup and manage LUNs in storage/backup technologies such as SAN, NAS, LTO etc.
• Ability to plan and setup contingencies and apply back-up strategies and develop their implementations, within the digital environment to ensure quick recovery and reduced on-air failures, i.e. data backup and disaster recovery.
• Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
• Mechanical installations and repairs of fault components (e.g. replacing hardware, or components -repairs).
• Ability to do Hardware and Software support for Servers and the necessary experience to use the tools thereby ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery of performance to achieve the requirements.
• Advanced knowledge & understanding of system, workflow process diagrams used for planning, setting up studios and or networks and facility as per as-built drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to setup and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting
• Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
• Technical & Operational consultation for Support/ Advice.
• Installations and repairs of faulty components (e.g. replacing hardware, components repairs).
• Ability to guide and mentor team members and junior staff and share knowledge.
• Ability to develop and facilitate training materials, procedures and train technical team and users in the proper use of hardware or software.
• User Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
• Ability to translate technical terms, workflows and provide support, advice and consultation to clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions.
• Ability to maintain close working relationships with internal and external service providers and OEM, in order to ensure optimal delivery on facilities innovations, migrations, needs and requirements.
• Ability to draft, plan and implement projects.
• Ability to write Technical/ Operational reports, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports etc.
• Expert knowledge, experience & understanding of digital platforms of Media servers with Automation and Control. Allowing the knowledgebase to cover new emerging technologies, using various operating systems.
• Ability to develop strategies and implement future innovation to enable, improve and enhance technological workflows and platforms.
• Advanced knowledge & understanding of audio & video distribution and contribution systems and routing.
• Advanced knowledge & understanding of relevant internal (EBAF) and international standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU, ISO).
• Develop, plan and provide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
• Advanced knowledge, experience & understanding of broadcast facility design, system integrations aligned with international best practices.
• Knowledge & understanding of relevant Company policies /procedures.
• Knowledge, understanding & application for office administrational tasks and communications.

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Head: Creative Hub 

Position                                  : Head of Creative Hub

Scale code                             : 130A

Position ID                             : 60023999

Location                                 : Johannesburg 

Reporting line                        : Chief Commercial Officer 125 (Peromnes 5, Paterson DU)

CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2025

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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Head: Sales Innovation

Position                  : Head: Sales Innovation

Scale code             : 125A (Paterson DU , Peromnes 5)

Position ID             : 60023997

Location                 : Johannesburg 

Reporting line        : Chief Commercial Officer

CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2025

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION 

To grow a future-focused portfolio of innovative sales products, services and solutions (PS&S) that contribute to the SABC’s ongoing relevance in an ever-changing marketplace. Though this, the Innovation Sales Team will contribute to sustaining SABC’s future growth (Horizon 2 level) through the exploitation of emergent market opportunities and the acquisition of new revenue streams.

This will encompass working with the Innovation Team (in Office of GCEO) to develop, configure and / or prototype new sales / sponsorship products, services or solutions, taking them to market in a prototype form, documenting lessons learnt, adapting & configuring products, services & solutions accordingly and thereafter incubating these PS&S within the Innovation Team to gain market traction.

Thereafter, the Innovation Team may transfer PS&S to segment-focused sales teams  (where appropriate) and provide the necessary training / systems development to ensure that the appropriate in-team capabilities and competencies have been developed. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop comprehensive innovation-focused sales strategy and plan, in alignment with the SABC Strategy & Corporate Plan, in order to prototype / test new Products, services &Solutions (PS &S) in-market and to establish a clear pipeline of future-relevant PS&S. This will include all Innovation-focused PS&S assigned to the Innovation sales team.
• Achieve revenue targets and grow market share within the marketplace for new PS&S within the broadcast media marketplace.
• Collaboratively work with the GCEO’s Strategy & Innovation teams to test the value, viability and feasibility of new PS&S in-market and to make the appropriate Go / No Go decisions about the future of these PS&S.
• Where appropriate, to continue to sell such innovative, specialist PS&S from within the Innovation Team or alternatively, once the necessary capabilities have been developed, to transfer these PS&S to the relevant segment-focused sales teams.
• Evaluate progress on the implementation of Innovation sales strategies and plans and course-correct accordingly should targets not be met.
• Lead and manage a team of sales professionals, in a disciplined, structured and focused manner to achieve and exceed set sales targets within the Innovation PS&S portfolio.
• Understand the needs, expectations and requirements of clients in various segments in order to develop differentiated PS&S across the SABC’s portfolio of traditional radio stations, television channels, SABC Plus and digital media assets.
• Collaboratively develop and propose to clients appropriate, relevant and innovative media PS&S leveraging a mix of SABC stations, channels, streaming and digital media assets to meet budget requirements, optimize campaign performance and enhance revenue opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with the Creative Solutions Team to ensure that Innovation sales team’s proposals and presentations are of high quality, offering insightful solutions and providing measurable outcomes.
• Ensure Salespeople actively use the SABC CRM system and adhere to all sales disciplines and reporting requirements.
• Ensure Innovation Sales Team proposals & presentations are of high quality and offer insightful, measurable value & outcomes.
• Provide regular, comprehensive monthly reports on Innovation sales progress against set targets, inclusive of details of prototype products taken to market, a detailed sales pipeline report and team performance against key metrics such as calls made, proposals delivered, value of proposals, conversion ratios, salesperson productivity and effectiveness etc
• Collaborate with Sales Intelligence, Creative Solutions, Sales Innovation, and Channel teams to successfully commercialize, and implement new innovative PS&S.
• Proactively address Client needs and expectations, resolving any challenging issues to ensure mutual satisfaction.
• Engage in trade marketing efforts to maintain and enhance industry relationships, visibility, and ongoing communication.
• Collaborate with the Strategy and Innovation heads in the GCEOs Office, all segmented sales teams, operating divisions, as well as ROMs and NSMs nationally, to leverage identified resources to support and deliver on Innovation sales / revenue generation opportunities.
• Build a performance-driven, disciplined approach to sales execution, underpinning a client-focused culture aligned to the new Sales Operating Model.
• Engage in effective stakeholder management maintaining transparent, ongoing communication with both internal and external partners.

• Analyse and segment public, commercial, and high-growth markets to better understand client requirements, unlock new revenue opportunities, provide specifications for new innovative PS&S and to expand SABC’s market share across all segments.
• Actively develop strategies and plans to gain revenue share in line with SABC’s reach, audience and market share.
• Leverage market intelligence, competitor analysis, and audience insights to shape sales strategy, influence advertiser spend, and drive data-led decision-making.
• Collaborate across Sports, News, VE, Radio and Digital divisions to craft integrated, cross-platform solutions that maximise client value.
• Champion innovation by incubating new products through segment sales teams and Digital Sales teams, with a focus on digital-first strategies and high-yield audience segments.

• Debrief Salespeople on a regular basis to collect relevant market and sales intelligence.
• Gather and make sense of ‘on the ground’ Market & Client intelligence to better understand market dynamics and evolving client needs & expectations
• Provide regular reports on ‘on the ground’ intelligence obtained to inform the work of the Intelligence & Analytics Team.
• Monitor & analyse competitor businesses to identify & exploit new potential PS&S, new business opportunities & increase market share.
• Interpret & use intelligence & research to optimize revenue (eg market trends, lost / dropped business, shifts in competitor strategies or operations).
• Provide input into pricing and rate-card tools and decisions based on market experience and realities
• Drive sustainable, profitable growth via an innovated PS&S portfolio encompassing tailored media solutions, high-impact sponsorships, and value-rich client offerings.
• Leverage market intelligence and sales analytics to inform pricing, optimize campaign performance and increase revenue.
• Manage cost of sales and sales commitments with discipline, ensuring profitability, contractual compliance, and accurate monthly reporting.
• Contribute to sales revenue forecasting, target setting, and budgeting, ensuring plans are implemented, tracked, and adjusted to meet performance goals.
• Manage all budgets effectively and efficiently.

• Understand and adhere to all legislative, regulatory and other restrictions and governance requirements applicable to the all sales sectors (particularly ICASA regulations and SABC Act requirements).
• Deliver all Innovation related sales and other reports timeously and accurately as required.
• Ensure and assure the data integrity of all sales information provided, including sales call reports
• Ensure that all Innovation Sales Team Members’ time in market is optimised and that hybrid working is not abused.
• Establish and enforce robust governance frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and SABC policies.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate operational and commercial risks, including implementation of the Risk Management Plan and internal audits.
• Ensure accurate, timely reporting across CRM systems and ensure full visibility of performance and budget accountability.
• Track and mitigate actual and potential revenue leakage and enhance audit-readiness across the Innovation sales value chain.
• Address issues raised in internal risk audits proactively, develop mitigation strategies & assist in resolution of audit findings.

• Build sound, long-term relationships of trust with industry associations as well as all other relevant influencers & decision makers.
• Develop and maintain a database of Innovation stakeholders within CRM system.
• Build and sustain strategic relationships across SABC platforms, agencies, clients, and key industry stakeholders to drive innovation, collaboration and revenue growth.
• Represent SABC Innovation Sales at industry forums and market-facing events, ensuring strong visibility and influence within the advertising ecosystem.
• Foster mutually beneficial partnerships that unlock opportunities and long-term value for both clients and SABC.
• Champion regional sales effectiveness through collaboration with ROMs and NSMs.
• Enhance SABC’s brand presence and reputation through revenue driven engagements and strengthened commercial relationships with both agencies and clients.

• Recruit, select and contract high-performing Innovation sales talent in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Implement structured Innovation sales cadences, CRM disciplines and ongoing training to boost productivity, conversion rates, and execution consistency.
• Set clear Innovation sales targets and performance expectations and apply effective consequence management to achieve targets.
• Recognise over-achievement and effectively manage the under-performance of members of the Innovation sales team.
• Manage and coach Innovation sales team members to develop the necessary insights, knowledge and skills required to deliver successfully on expectations.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a resilient, accountable Innovation sales team, with clear KPIs, career growth pathways, and recognition frameworks.
• Drive effective performance management in line with organisational standards, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
• Champion people development initiatives including succession planning, wellness, talent management, and employment equity.

QUALIFICATIONSS AND EXPERIENCE

• NQF7 Degree in Sales, Marketing, Media or Business Management.
• (MBA) would be an advantage
• Supplementary Media, Sales and / or other relevant training courses and certificates
• Qualifications in business management and / or innovation or associated disciplines would be an advantage

• 8–10 years of progressive, successful sales leadership and management within the media sales industry is a strong advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working with innovative new advertising / sponsorship media PS&S at a senior level.

• Ability to use market intelligence and sales analytics to drive media sales performance, pricing strategies, and audience value delivery.
• At least five years of experience in media sales with demonstrable track record of success.

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Technician X3

TECHNICIANSX3

Report Line: Sectional Lead: OB

Division: Technology – Outside Broadcast  

Scale Code: 403

Position ID: 60018537, 60018543,60018555

CLOSING DATE: 29 OCTOBER 2025

PURPOSE

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

 Participate in Capex Project system implementations, commissioning and workflows to

deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions

 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

 Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports with findings and repairs

 Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (maintenance and tasks)

 Execute their delivery of technical tasks

 The Implementation of preventative and corrective deliverables

 Prevention of re-occurring faults and less than agreed fault target

 Compliance of maintenance with manufacturer specifications & system requirements

 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 support to users in order to reduce downtime

 Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of

technical on-air faults

 Ensure functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems

 Follow up reported faults

 Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and

software

 Daily/ Monthly proactive system health checks against checklist & replacement of faulty

components

 Individual monthly report of maintenance, system integrity and health of digital systems

 Daily/ Monthly backup of all system data in line with Broadcast Continuity

 Provide input to update technical documentation

 Understand workflow drawing and technical drawing

 Daily shift and monthly reporting of faults, tasks, risks, red flag escalations and status

progress of deliverables

 Assist (when required) with rigging of facilities, ensuring the functionality and

subsequently dismantling of the complete infrastructure without existing facility disruptions.

 Support (when required) all Outside Broadcast infrastructure in order to operate and

adhere to technical, operational and safety specifications, functional facilities for successful recording, production and broadcast

GOVERNANCE AND OPERATIONAL COMPLIANCE

 Report and escalate risk findings

 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 application to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity

 Assist in the execution of a working Disaster Recovery Plan

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

 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

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.

 Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team, and lead the team if required.

 Proficient in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

 Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict

 Willingness to work irregular hours and shifts to sustain 24/7 on-air facility environment

QUALIFICATIONS

 3 Years National Diploma (S4/T4) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current/Computer Systems) (NQF 6)

 IT Certification: N+, A+ will be an advantage

EXPERIENCE

 Minimum 1 years’ relevant experience (internship recognised and experiential training as part of the National Diploma qualification) in the technical environment.

KNOWLEDGE

Basic Knowledge of:

 Assemble a personal computer and peripherals from modules

 Component level repairs; Installations and repairs of fault components

 Calibration of electronic equipment

 Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer

operating systems

 Ability perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting

 Ability to apply contingencies and back-up strategies

 Shift and system fault bypass competency for direct on-air emergencies and support

 Upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software

 Technical & Operational Support

 Performing Preventative & Corrective Maintenance of Equipment/Facilities

 Instrumentation including the maintenance and repairs to broadcast test and

measurement equipment

 Basic understanding and application of broadcast fundamentals

 Operations of broadcast equipment

 Ability to do Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing, shift reports,

fault reports, transmission reports

 Basic knowledge, experience and skills pertaining to analogue and digital audio visual

 Ability to repair, configuring/ set-up, test and operate digital systems and equipment.

 Basic knowledge of networks and Domains

 Mechanical installations and repairs of fault components (e.g. replacing hardware, or

components -repairs).

 Basic knowledge & understanding of system workflow process diagrams

 Ability to do basic emergency procedures and troubleshooting as per defined SOP

 Installations and repairs of faulty components (e.g. replacing hardware, or

components -repairs).

 Ability to share knowledge.

 Ability to maintain close working relationships with internal clients

 Ability to draft, plan and implement basic tasks.

 Basic knowledge & understanding of audio & video distribution and contribution

systems and routing

 Knowledge & understanding of relevant Company policies /procedures

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Senior Reporter -Eastern Cape

THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION

Position:                    Senior Reporter (Eastern Cape)

Reporting Line:         Eastern Cape Assignment Editors

Division:                     News and Current Affairs

Scale Code:               401 ( Peromnes 8, Paterson CU)

Position ID:                60018966

CLOSING DATE: 29 OCTOBER 2025

THE MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To identify, initiate, investigate, research, and produce incisive journalism, that is fair, accurate, and compelling in accordance with SABC News and Current Affairs’ editorial objectives and the public broadcasting mandate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Conceptualise and produce stories for News and Current Affairs across platforms in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and public mandate.
• Present and produce a weekly diary of proposed stories to the Editor/s.
• Conduct interviews and provide in-depth and comprehensive treatment of stories for SABC News’ broadcasting and digital publishing platforms.
• To stand in/act on the desk when the Assignment Editor is off or on leave.
• Provide story leads to Editor/s, break evidence-based stories, and coordinate interviews for various News and Current Affairs platforms as required.
• Attend diary meetings and contribute to editorial discussions on self-initiated and other stories.
• Conduct primary investigations for original, incisive, and compelling content.
• Professionally live Tweet coverage of breaking and rolling events and stories.
• Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Council codes, as well as to all other broadcasting regulations and policies.
• Ensure balance and appropriate contextualisation of stories.
• Support themed coverage and special productions with background information for depth and breadth.
• Contribute textual and audio-visual news items and features to the digital news platforms.
• Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly visualisation of all numerical and textual data.
• Employ evidence-based insights to generate ground-breaking story ideas and angles.
• Work with relevant research agencies, think tanks, and universities to enrich news production.
• Contribute to panel discussions on matters of journalistic and editorial interest.
• Collaborate with specialist researchers to deliver content-rich stories for all News and Current Affairs platforms.
• For TV, work closely with video journalists/video editors to ensure visuals, interviews, and edited products are of the highest standard.
• Perform post-production tasks as required, including but not limited to, ensuring the transcribing, editing, and final mixing of the story.
• Be a reputable and trustworthy representative of SABC News and Current Affairs.
• Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA, and Press Council codes and ensure high-quality editorial and production standards.
• Adhere and comply with the organisational policies and procedures.
• Observe journalistic and editorial ethics, as well as craft protocols, and uphold SABC News and Current Affairs’ integrity.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma/ Bachelor’s degree in Journalism / Media studies – NQF 6/7.
• 8 years’ experience in News and Current Affairs field reporting.
• A proven and demonstrable ability to produce for more than one broadcasting/publishing platform is a must.
• A well-established and active digital media presence.
• Proven track record of exceptional of journalistic performance.
• Preference will be given to white males / females.

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Artisan: Building- Western Cape

Position             : Artisan Building

Reporting line   :  Supervisor: Building/OHS

Division             :  Logistical Services

Scale Code       :  404 (Peromnes 11,Paterson C1)

Position ID        :  60017935

CLOSING DATE: 29 OCTOBER 2025

Purpose  

To carry out the maintenance and repairs of the SABC Western Cape buildings and structures in line with maintenance schedule, ad-hoc repairs of building facilities. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

• Provide Line Manager with the descriptions and specifications for equipment and materials required for maintenance or repair on various items
• Carrying out minor changes such as modifications to various systems as instructed
• Assist with maintaining the performance and appearance of building offices to specification for optimal use.
• Instruct technical assistant as to assistance required.
• Transport tools, equipment and materials to worksite.
•  Assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed.
• Prepare tools, equipment and materials for use,
• Oversee minor and major projects 
• Report unsatisfactory conditions to supervisor.
• Discuss problems encountered with supervisor and resolve them as instructed.
• Report back to supervisor once job is completed.
• In the absence of the supervisor, take leadership responsibility and supervise work on building to ensure that the work is carried out safely.
• 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

2. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE 

•  Carry out inspections of building
•  Ensure adherence to Building Maintenance standards.
• Adhere to safety regulations and standard safe practices. 

3.  STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Assist management in sourcing equipment and materials required

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified Artisan (Minimum of NTC3 or N3 & Trade Test
•  Certificate/equivalent qualification)

EXPERIENCE

•  5 Years’ experience in a maintenance and building environment

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of fire protection reticulation equipment
•  Experience on plumbing systems for high rise buildings.
• Works effectively with others, co-operates with colleagues and is sensitive to people’s needs.
• 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.
• Knowledge of hand and motor skills needed to perform essential work activities.

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