SABC Vacancies

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HEAD: STRATEGIC SOURCING

POSITION                 : HEAD: STRATEGIC SOURCING

DIVISION                 : GROUP FINANCE

REPORTING LINE   : HEAD SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

POSITION ID           : 60017768

SCALE CODE           : 130 ( Peromnes 6,Paterson D2 )

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CLOSING DATE : 28 AUGUST 2025

Reporting to Head SCM: To ensure that SCM Strategic Management activities are executed through strategic sourcing principles to elevate organisational SCM maturity. To consistently deliver projects within scope, cost, quality and performance. To ensure delivery of process transformation, technology improvement initiatives for a more strengthened SCM department. To drive cost savings and efficiencies in the procurement processes. To drive a culture of high performance and ethical conduct.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT STRATEGIC SOURCING STRATEGY

·       Develop an annual procurement / demand plan

·       Develop and implement sourcing strategies

·       Determine and develop appropriate sources of supply for specific spend categories

·       Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers

·       Develop and maintain a knowledge management hub category trends , technologies for continuous improvement

·       Improve processes

·       Ability analyse and reduce TCO and life cycle cost

·       Increase the value year on year of materials/services sourced and understand the benchmark global commodity cost

·       Ensure that commodity strategies are communicated, executed and updated

·       Ensure that strategic  sourcing methods and principles are integrated, aligned and implemented to mobilize efficiencies and reduced procurement costs

·       Drive technology optimisation

·       Review and report on the achievement of business units objectives.

·       Execute Continuous Improvement projects to support SCM business goals and objectives

·       Drive a superior performance culture , a strong customer centric and stakeholder management culture

·       Provide support and input in the development and implementation of the overall SCM strategy

·       Provide input into the review of the SCM operating model.

·       Drive the implementation of the SCM Technology Strategy 
 

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

·       Continuously improve commodity and sourcing strategies and methods(RFX)

·       Manage the sourcing of deals, contract, delivery and quality for a complete procurement cycle.

·       Work with other members of the Operations Leadership team to develop and implement initiatives to reduce transaction costs, consolidate volume and create efficiency.

·       Ensuring that costs saving benefits are realized through rigorous negotiations.

·       Directly contribute to the Procurement cost savings goals

·       Ensures on time delivery of Procurement projects

·       Drive Operational and service delivery efficiencies

·       Reviews and negotiates supplier contracts, sub-contractor agreements and other terms and conditions.

·       Ensure optimal integration of functions and strategies in order to achieve the business unit objectives.

·       Solve complex problems in which analysis of data or situations require in-depth evaluation.

·       Ensure adherence to SCM policies, procedures, standards and governance applicable to the management of the Department’s portfolio of commodities.

·       Provide accurate and timely functional performance reporting

·       Drive innovation in managing cost and revenue improvements 

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

·       Implement organisational guidelines on optimal fund distribution/ allocation in accordance with SABC budget constraints and strategic/ operational requirements.

• Manage the Business Unit operating budget in such a manner as to encourage cost containment

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE 

• Implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational  Risk Framework (COSO Model):
• Governance and Strategy
• Risk Mitigation Plan
• Formulate Internal Control
• Communications
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Monitor and report on the operational and compliance risk pertaining to strategic and tactical sourcing.
• Develop and implement systems policies and procedures for the operations of procurement activities
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and adherence to the mandates and prescribed regulations and policies.
• Address Internal and External Audits and address gaps identified in the control environment through the execution of mitigation strategies.
• Check all business plans in the context of compliance to DAF and procedures.
• Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
• Prevent the incurrence of fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.
   

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Creating value in each customer interaction and focusing on the total customer experience.
• Liaise with external and internal stakeholders, in order to ensure optimal deliver of strategic sourcing requirements and cost saving benefits.

6.  LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective briefing and communication with subordinates
• Implement Career Development Plans (CDP) for all subordinates.
• Build and develop skill capabilities within strategic and tactical Sourcing and to facilitate change management and coaching the staff member in adapting to news ways of working.
• Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.

 INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Financial, Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification.
• Post Graduate Degree in Business, Financial, Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification recommended

EXPERIENCE

• 8 years’ experience in Procurement/ Supply Chain Management of which 4 years should be on Management Level.

KNOWLEDGE

• Business planning and complexity theory
• Budget management and forward scenario planning
• PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
• BBBEE and PPPFA
• Principles and practice of effective procurement and financial awareness
• Tender process administration and guidelines
• Developing tender/contracts and request for proposal documents
• Strategic management.
• Management information systems.
• Financial accounting standards.
• Scenario planning and Trend analysis.
• Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting.
• Project management.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations. 

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Manager: HR Governance, Risk & Compliance

JOB TITLE: MANAGER: HR GOVERANCE, RISK & COMPLIANCE

POSITION                              : MANAGER: HR GOVERANCE, RISK & COMPLIANCE

DIVISION                               : HUMAN RESOURCES

REPORTLINE                        : GROUP EXECUTIVE: HUMAN RESOURCES

POSITION ID                          : 60023550

SCALE CODE                        : 130 ( Peromnes 6,Paterson D2 )

                                                                                                                  CLOSING DATE : 28 AUGUST 2025

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Manager: HR Governance, Risk and Compliance is responsible for ensuring that the Human Resources (HR) department conducts its business processes in compliance with legislation requirements and regulations, professional standards, international standards, institutional policies and accepted business practices.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

STRATEGIC INSIGHT AND CAPABILITY

• Develop and implement governance, risk and compliance   strategies and plans and facilitate processes for their implementation and maintenance.
• Build trusted HBRP partnership by driving the delivery of institutional and human resources strategies.
• Partner with the Group Executive: Human Resources in implementing Governance, Risk and Compliance HR strategies that align with the SABC’s Governance, Risk and Compliance objectives.

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Manage the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures in line with current good practice, and to identify and advise HR Management on governance issues, as required.
• Develop processes to manage governance initiatives and be the subject matter expert in governance, risk and compliance.
• Take responsibility for the oversight divisional HR audits and follow up action by the respective areas.
• Conduct compliance and risk assessments training workshops in collaboration with COE’s.
• Liaison with internal audit, risk governance and other external audit and compliance bodies external audit and to ensure clear communication and accountability.
• Develop, implement and monitor action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
• Audit HR procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risks.
• Evaluate systems compliance with internal policies and ensure adequate systems software is in place to address risk and compliance.

MANAGEMENT OF HR SERVICE DELIVERY AGREEMENTS

• Assist HR leadership with the development of Service Level Agreements with clients.
• Provide clear and accessible information, including policies and procedures, to guide clients on HR service offerings.
• Monitor compliance to Service Level Agreements

HR WORKFLOW PROCESSES MANAGEMENT

• Analyse workflow processes and identify issues, barriers, or areas for effectiveness or efficiency improvement.
• Develop recommendations to streamline, reduce cost, enhance effectiveness, improve workflows, or improve the customer experience outcomes of targeted processes in liaison with HRIS.
• Address the HRIS reviews and actions for strengthening risk management and improvement of process workflows and compliance thereof.
• HR project management.
• Governance, Risk and Compliance.

 LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with the organizational policy and procedures.
• Manage, lead, develop and motivate the team members.
• Allocate responsibilities and scheduling to the team.
• Manage available staffing for workload distribution and provide effective leadership.
• Effective briefing, debriefing and communication with team.
• Discuss and assess the training needs of team members and compile Personal Development Plans (PDP) for learning and development to implement.
• Provide direction on the retention and attraction of talent.
• Oversee the implementation of organizational development initiative i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent Management, etc.

FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma (NQF6) and / or degree in Human Resources; Governance, Risk and Compliance Management; Project Management, Data Management, or relevant field. (NQF7)

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years’ experience in Human Resources Risk, Compliance and Governance Management, of which two years should be on a management role.
• Experience in compliance auditing, including HR systems Experience in change management interventions.
• Project Management experience

KNOWLEDGE

• Advanced knowledge of industry processes and regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping.
• Excellent knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management principles, processes and methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of governance, compliance and risk guidelines, policies and relevant legislation regulating HR processes and procedures.
• Solid project management knowledge.
• Good auditing and statistical analysis skills.
• Ability to formulate compliance policies, procedures and process mapping.
• Excellent computer and research skills.
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Excellent Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Transformational Leadership skills and abilities
• Excellent prioritizing and planning skills
• Excellent creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Risk assessment capabilities.

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Senior News Reporter -KZN

THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION

Position:                    Senior Reporter (Durban, KwaZulu-Natal)

Reporting Line:         KwaZulu-Natal Assignment Editors

Division:                     News and Current Affairs

Scale Code:               401

Position ID:                60018886

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 CLOSING DATE: 27 AUGUST 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.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

Division             :  Technology (GP)

Department       : Digital Media – Web & Apps

Job Title            : Systems Administrator

Scale Code       : 402 (Peromnes 9, Paterson C3)    

Report Line      :  Digital Media Manager: Web and App

Position id        :  60023357

Closing Date: 27 August 2025

PURPOSE

To oversee the effective and efficient operations and maintenance of the Digital Media – Web & Apps digital systems and infrastructure.  Conduct installations, support, troubleshooting and maintenance, and systems optimisation to ensure availability, safety, security, storage, recoverability and integrity of the websites and mobile applications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to design scalable and efficient architecture for websites and mobile applications.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve system performance and reliability.
• Design and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions for critical web and mobile services.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimization for websites and mobile applications to ensure fast response times and optimal user experience.
• Implement caching strategies, CDN integration, and server-side optimizations to improve performance and scalability.
• Monitor and analyse system metrics to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and resolve software and application bugs or compatibility issues.
• Deployment of new features, updates, and patches to websites and mobile applications.
• Implement security best practices and protocols to protect websites and mobile applications from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive data and user information.
• Lead incident response efforts to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system outages, performance issues, and security incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis for critical incidents and implement preventive measures to mitigate future occurrences.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Provide system enhancement, and improvement documentation (SOP manuals, Technical manuals, etc.).
• Immediate and regular reporting of failures and system performance to line management

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Cooperation with regulatory and policy affairs to ensure compliance with broadcasting policies, legislation, regulations and licence conditions.
• Ensure compliance with SABC policy and procedures. 
• Ensure compliance with SABC Methodologies and Best practice standards for digital products.
• Ensure compliance with the SABC digital products incident, change and release management requirements.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Effective briefing and communication with stakeholders
• Provide technical support to users experiencing issues with websites and mobile applications.
• Work with various cross-functional stakeholders across the business to ensure optimal operations.
• Work with various cross-functional stakeholders across the business to ensure compliance of digital products with applicable laws and policies.
• Provide training to the business stakeholders.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant 3-year Diploma/Degree NQF 6 in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or related field.
• ITIL Certification is an advantage

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of Systems Administration Experience
• Strong understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and APIs.
• Familiarity with mobile app development frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter) and mobile operating systems (iOS, Android).
• Proficiency in server administration and configuration (e.g., Linux, Apache, Nginx, MySQL).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of working in an Agile delivery environment (Scrum).
• Knowledge and understanding of ITIL Principles and relevant defect management tools e.g. JIRA.
• Knowledge and understanding of Service Level Agreement management (SLA’s)
• Knowledge and understanding of application deployment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Cloud technologies.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools, log analysis, and performance tuning techniques.

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Logistics Officer Mthatha (EC)

Logistics Officer:- Eastern Cape

Reporting line                     : Logistics Manager 
Division                               : Logistical Services
Scale Code                         : 405 ( Peromnes 12,Paterson BU)

Position ID                          : 60020952

CLOSING DATE: 26 AUGUST 2025

Main Purpose

To oversee the maintenance of facilities used by the SABC at satellite offices and coordinate logistical services functions. Also ensuring that the building is kept in a good state of repair and also ensuring compliance to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Building Regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONS EFFICIENCY
•    Inspect the buildings and grounds to ensure compliance to OHS Act and Building Regulations 
•    Monitor projects to ensure compliance
•    Follow up on reported faults
•    Follow up inspections on reported faults
•    Inspect the cleanliness of the building and the perimeter
•    Ensure sufficient equipment, resources and suppliers availability according to client needs. Monitor on-going                            effectiveness of the Contract Management in line with Procurement processes.
•    To manage / monitor contracts.
•    To liaise with service provider/ suppliers to ensure cost effective and timeous delivery of goods and services.
•    To control inventory assets.
•    Design, implement and evaluate service providers.
•    Maintain/ monitor records pertaining to inventory, supplier, canteen equipment and facility maintenance.
•    Compile/ prepare monthly reports.
•    Resolve customer complaints and answer customer’s questions regarding the policies and procedures.
•    Co-ordinate activities with other BU’s or departments.
•    Monitor service providers and contractors to ensure compliance with standard specifications set on contracts. 
•    Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with the organizational        policy and procedures.
•    Allocate responsibilities and scheduling of team to services providers.
•    Monitor progress on work or faults attended to by the handyman or  artisan..

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
•    Provide an annual update of ‘cost centre’ for budgeting purposes (square meter)
•    Monitor and ensure effective utilisation of operational budgets and resources

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
•    Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures.
•    Adhere to the organization Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
•    Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitor the implementation thereof.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
•    Consult with internal clients and contractors on services to be rendered
•    Communicate with internal on a service to be rendered.
•    Communicate with external stakeholders such as service providers and contractors.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
•    NTC 3, N3 qualifications or equivalent qualification.

EXPERIENCE
•    3 years’ experience in building operations skills.

KNOWLEDGE
•    Knowledge of SAP
•    Computer  literate
•    Managing Contracts
•    Two years’ experience in Health and Safety
•    Analysis and problem solving
•    Attention to detail
•    Customer service orientation
•    Investigative orientation
•    Planning and organizing
•    Teamwork
•    Computer literacy
•    Knowledge of OHS Act and Building Regulations
•    Good time management
•    Technical skills
•    SAP experience
•    Space planning skills
•    Electrical and Mechanical knowledge
•    Fire system knowledge

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