Latest Vacancies at South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

• Pro-active and continuous research, benchmarks, trends and analytics on remuneration, benefits, incentives, Commissions, systems and related areas and make
  recommendations for alignment to the Reward Strategy and Remuneration and Benefits policy
• Continuously scan the external environment for changes to legislation, tax, etc. related to remuneration and benefits and propose changes 
• Work with the Specialist: Remuneration and HR Information Management to input into the Employee Compensation budgeting process and costing scenario planning aligned to the organisational strategy

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Participate in remuneration and benefits surveys both internally and externally
• Update and maintain salary ranges for all levels within SABC as per the Payscale groupings
• Guidance to business on total guaranteed remuneration package elements
• Active role in operationalising the performance pay and pay progression processes for SABC
• Providing advice to staff and management on the different remuneration dispensations and benefits designs within SABC.
• Keep abreast of developments regarding tax legislation relating to remuneration and benefits in order to provide accurate information to staff and payroll
• Provide input into the budgets during the budgeting cycle
• Prepare submissions on remuneration, benefits related programmes.
• Manage all administration of Remuneration, Benefits and Commission Scheme and the tools and associated models.
• Work closely with the Specialist: Remuneration and Information management to draft designs for SAP or related system enablement tools related to remuneration, benefits, Incentive and Commission models.
• Data extraction and utilising/packaging information to advise clients as and when requested, including historical information and enquiries related to remuneration and benefits.
• Provide input to monthly, quarterly, annual and adhoc report and feedback relating to remuneration and benefits when required.
• Operationalise in consultation with the Human Resources Business Partners all related remuneration and benefits projects.
• Checking alignment of remuneration and benefits programmes to existing policy, procedures and systems or proposing new ones.
• Provide technical and process support on remuneration and benefits assignments and administer such accordingly
• Create understanding and administer the macro benefits such as, but not limited to, pension, medical aid and group life
• All administration related to wage agreements, performance pay and pay progression and any new or revised remuneration and benefits programmes
• Deal with all remuneration and benefits related enquiries emanating from business, such as, but not limited to, requests for increases, impacts of upgrades, remuneration equity, vacancy costs, potential wage anomalies, benefits queries, etc.
• Actively participate and input to all SOP’s, SAP system processes and Business Process reviews relating to Remuneration and Benefits.
• Other remuneration related items that are required by the Head as and when requested.

GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters within the remuneration and benefits environment; its administration, gaps, etc.
• Monitor adherence and compliance to the policies, directives, interventions, systems, practices, processes procedures and report any non-compliance, gaps and make recommendations to rectify
• Implement Risk Management Plans and actions in line with organizational Risk Framework.
• Identify internal risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Deal with audit queries that emanate in business related to remuneration and benefits, the administration thereof and draft actions to be considered for resolving such findings

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Support all stakeholders with remuneration and benefits analytics and related issues that are raised for decision making
• Provide support during salary and substantive negotiations on remuneration and benefits trends, market analysis, internal salary costs, range simulations, increase impacts on remuneration and benefits, etc
• Present to various stakeholders when required on new or revised remuneration and benefits processes, administration and tools
• Engage with Organised Labour on remuneration and benefits when required to do so
• Delivery of remuneration and benefits specific communications
• Advise Human Resources staff on remuneration and benefits policy, procedure, administration related matters
• Presenting and educating staff and other stakeholders on remuneration, benefits and related products.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Benchmarks and best practice people management processes, approaches and tools in the remuneration and benefits environment
• Drafts processes to enable and ensure accountability for people management and development in the remuneration and benefits space.
• Influence change through benchmarking new trends and tools in the remuneration and benefits analyst space

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma (NQF 7/6) in Human Resources or related business qualification

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 to 4 years solid experience within the Remuneration and Benefits environment
• Global Remuneration Professional Certification or working towards it

KNOWLEDGE

• Extensive knowledge in remuneration, benefits and related field
• Knowledge of the reward practice area
• Good knowledge of the HR environment
• Full Microsoft office suite
• Advanced Excel, Access and other Microsoft packages
• SAP knowledge with particular focus on Compensation Management module and Personnel Cost Plan
• Knowledge of pension, medical, group life schemes and its administration
• Project management
• Remuneration and benefits analytics
• Knowledge of SARS legislation
• Understanding job evaluation and its impact on hierarchy and remuneration Payscales
• Extensive analytical experience

go to method of application »

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To provide 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.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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 practises.
• 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.

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• 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 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

GOVERNANCE RISK AND 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 & procedures
•  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
•  95% of assets verified annually
•  Initiate & coordinate annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan)

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• 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

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• 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)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 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+)
• 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 AND SKILLS

• 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

go to method of application »

Main purpose of position

• To design, create and deliver marketing programs to support expansion and growth of the company services and products.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement high quality, cutting edge content for multiple digital platforms in line with the station’s Marketing and Programming Strategies.
• Repurpose content broadcast on traditional radio platform(s) for consumption on multiple digital platforms.
• Manage, maintain and modify the station’s digital platforms in line with Digital, Marketing and Programming Strategies.
• Optimize the station’s Search Engine to improve search ability of the radio station and its various properties on the internet.
• Implement the image and positioning of the brand across multiple digital platforms.
• Ensure data integrity on both the station digital platforms, including the station’s website.
• Communicate with internal IT Services in regards to updating station related information on the intranet as well on the station website.
• Integrate new technologies and innovations onto the station digital platforms.
• Management of multiple and diverse projects on digital platforms in line with Station and portfolio’s strategy for new media.
• Monitor changes in the world of commerce and reassess whether these changes do influence the business objectives of station to ensure coherence of digital content.
• Conduct online research utilizing the station’s digital platforms as well as other credible platforms.
• Give input in formulating the online digital platforms strategy.
• Respond to queries about the stations’ digital platforms
• Translate business goals and objectives into actionable and measureable digital marketing campaigns.
• Create and monitor social media campaigns to drive traffic to the website and on air.
• Produce and upload content (articles / images / podcasts / videos) for digital platforms.
• Manage and promote conversation and engagement on all digital platforms.
• Develop and maintain the appropriate environment to support the Marketing and Programming Manager in goals and objectives of overall strategy.
• Negotiate and procure online media tools as and when required.
• Promote and encourage cross-platform content
• Work in conjunction with Programming, Marketing and Sales to achieve programming objectives.
• Manage delivery and performance of suppliers through effective Service Level Agreements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about any challenges and proposals.
• Provide Marketing with insights into listener’s online website patterns and behavior.
• Provide detailed reports on performance of platforms.
• Manage performance of team according to approved SABC Performance management system.
• Coach and mentor junior employees and direct reports.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing or related disciplines (NQF Level 6)
•  3-5 years’ experience in digital platforms environment and technologies
•  2 Years’ experience in broadcasting or marketing environment
•  Experience in sound and video recording and editing
•  Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
•  Proficiency in Digital Software and tools (i.e. Adobe Creative Cloud for digital content
• curation.)
• Proficiency in Social Media Management tools (i.e. Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social
• or any related management tools)
• Analytical problem-solving capability
• Strong research skills
• Passion for conceiving and shaping innovative ideas and deliverables
• Passion for the digital environment, online Marketing and enthusiasm for continued
  professional development
• Good time management and ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Exposure to software and product development methodologies
• Ability to learn quickly and handle complexity, change and ambiguity
• The incumbent needs to have strong knowledge and understanding of the language of the station.

go to method of application »

 MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To proactively execute the Project Manager function within the Video Entertainment Division.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Utilise a project management approach for all Video Entertainment projects.
• Ensure that project management principles are applied across Video Entertainment projects
• Proactively manage Video Entertainment projects
• Successfully execute projects
• Manage the projects through the project life cycle and ensure that the relevant quality gates are implemented
• Ensure usage of control documentation for projects
• Management of project risk registers, project plans, and quality plans for assigned projects
• Ensure that assigned projects are delivered within budget, timeline, and client expectation.
• Exercise effective control over projects and programs
• Manage resources according to availability, priority and scope of work

      •   Weekly feedback on the progress of projects

• Management of project meetings, attendance, and minutes, for assigned projects.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk matters
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance
• Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Foster relationships with business partners through collaboration, educating and appreciating of business priorities.
• Collaboration with EPMO on project management standards, policies, and procedures.
• Manage relationships to support efficient content delivery.

REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma in Project Management / Business Management / Business Administration / Operations Management / Engineering Computer Systems or related Qualification (NQF 6)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMBOK or Prince II)
• 3 years’ experience in Project Management, implementing projects using PMBOK/Prince II project methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of Project Management
• Knowledge & understanding of broadcasting

go to method of application »

CLOSING DATE: 11 JULY 2023

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To provide a basic but effective and user-friendly information service to internal and external clients.

JOB DISCRIPTION

• Accurate capturing of relevant CD information in compliance with relevant SOP
• Accurate capturing of selected information on control files in accordance with record library best practice.
• Submit report/printouts in accordance with Manager Request.
• Ensure quality control of data at all times.
• Ensure in-time dissemination of new system requirements/user guidelines to all users.
• Provide ongoing communication of library record system operational requirements to IT department and provinces.
• Perform ongoing data cleansing on record library system to ensure no duplications and data integrity.
• Perform stock counts in accordance with schedules and SABC procedures and ensure nil variance between actual and counted stock items.
• Perform correct troubleshooting to identify and rectify system problems.
• Provide functional user support and advice response to user requests and ensure no unattended to user queries/complaints.
• Perform Library Administration.
• Excellent communication skills in dealing with internal and external client on all levels.
• Ability to work alone and be a team player.
• Sustained concentration and attention required.
• Keen interest in all music genres.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.Bibl/Degree in Library and Information Services NQF Level 7
• 1  years library experience i.e cataloguing, providing of information , library computerization and information retrieval systems
• Knowledge of information retrieval systems
• Good communication skills in dealing with internal and external clients on all levels
• Ability to work in a team

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of information retrieval systems
• Knowledge and understanding of library developments and trends
• Knowledge and understanding of information systems
• Knowledge of relevant subject discipline
• Knowledge and understanding of cataloguing standards
• Knowledge and understanding of broadcast standards
• Wide general knowledge
• Basic knowledge with regards to copyright
• Wide general knowledge of all music.
• Knowledge of record library system.

go to method of application »

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 editorial objectives and the public broadcasting mandate.

Key Accountabilities:

• Initiate and deliver stories for news and current affairs in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and public mandate.
• Submit a weekly diary of proposed stories and discuss it with the editor.
• Conduct interviews for stories and ensure balance and editorial clarity
• Produce content for SABC News’ broadcasting – radio and TV  and digital publishing platforms as required.
• Maintain the Economic news reporting beat as designated.
• Provide story leads to editors and coordinate interviews for various news platforms as required.
• Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Codes as all other broadcast regulations and policies.
• Ensure that stories are sufficiently contextualized.
• Conribute audio-visual and textualfeatures and news items to digital news platforms as required.
• Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly visualisation of any numerical and textual data.
• Live tweet coverage of rolling events and stories.
• Utilise SABC News Research expertise to deliver content-rich stories.
• Collaborate with the video journalist to ensure that visuals and interviews are of the highest standard and enhance storytelling.
• Work closely with the video editor to ensure the insert is edited to ensure a product 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

Requirements:

• National Diploma/ Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualification - NQF6/7
• 4 years’ proven experience in news and current affairs field reporting, with a knowledge of the economic beat.
• Knowledge of SABC Editorial Policies, broadcast legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Proven ability to produce for more than one broadcasting platform.
• Proven track record of exceptional of journalistic performance.
• Knowledge of television news and current affairs production processes and systems.
• Understanding of public broadcasting principles and obligations
• Clear broadcast voice.
• Ability to work under pressure, irregular hours and tight deadlines is essential.
• Advance computer skills (Microsoft, Internet, Dalet/Audacity, and ENPS).
• Exceptional news sense and editorial judgement.
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence.

go to method of application »

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

• To co-ordinate and ensure the effective & efficient execution of exposure of Sponsorship elements across Television and Radio for the Sport Sales business unit.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensuring the accuracy of all the submissions (Deal Evaluation and Business Case)  from the AE’s and verification of the programme against the long-term schedule, against double bookings, sport interruptions, duration of the sponsorship, inventory availability, accreditation of the client, and compliance to the sponsorship policy.
• Drawing up of the term sheet which captures all information from the submissions; as well as all information pertinent to the specific deal to be signed by the client; and thereafter internally.
• Management of the traffic process: the creation of breaks, loading codes, accurate allocation of codes, material delivery and booking of spots on landmarks after the creation of the product and campaign.
• Drawing up of the bulletin which is sent to all internal and external stakeholders; which includes the break request.
• Drafting the long-form contracts, sending same for vetting by legal and approval of the drafts before printing by legal.
• Ensuring all contracts are signed by all signatories and filed accordingly.
• Implement and manage all programmes sponsorship bookings on SABC channels on Landmark as well as material preparations and on-air executions.
• Ensure exposure is broadcast as per the signed contract.
• Complete daily contracts reports for Sponsorship Project Manager.
• Prepare accurate and timeous weekly and monthly reports.
• Efficient monitoring of post-campaign analysis is in conjunction with operational requirements.
• Ensure efficient co-ordination of activities and adherence to deadlines.
• Execute of all administration i.e. recording of revenue in conjunction with Sponsorship Project Manager, contracts, booking instructions to internal sales, etc.
• Provide on the job training of new employees.
• Co-ordinate production meetings.
• Monitor all schedule changes and advise clients accordingly.
• Ensure delivery of revenue submissions to realize all revenue committed by clients.
• Inform and advise AE’s on all pertinent information needed for the preparation of the proposal prior to closing the deal.
• Report to Finance, inform the tracking and compile revenue recognition and billing for each sponsorship deal.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with SABC channels and internal and external clients in order to leverage sponsorship opportunities.
• Develop innovative sponsorship opportunities for clients in order to maximize revenue.
• Continual analysis and evaluation of the current business in order to grow and maximize sponsorship.
• Reconcile SAP report against monthly tracking.
• Resolve client account and billing queries with finance as when required.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the Sponsorship value chain in order to realize the sponsorship deal.
• Efficient after sales service to ensure client satisfaction and future business.
• Manage client sponsorship deals from inception to delivery.
• Provide internal/external Stakeholders with information on request.
• Accurately process contract information according to client specifications and ensure adherence to SABC legal standards.
• Adhere to legal processes in the vetting process from submitting the legal instruction process until the contract is signed by all parties.
• Submit accurate revenue recognition and billing on master to avoid credit notes.
• Ensure the accuracy in all paperwork from term sheet to the contract to avoid credit notes.
• Ensure bookings are processed according to contractual obligations and that client tracking is adhered to.
• Supply internal/external auditors with adhoc information.
• Ensure clients accreditation in accordance with SABC finance policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Marketing/communications/sales/Advertising
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Television advertising sales environment and knowledge of all areas of traffic
• Experience in a Television sponsorship environment will be an advantage
• In–depth understanding of the broadcasting industry in general; and television programming and production in particular
• Knowledge of the Television Sales and Marketing  environment
• Solid Project management knowledge
• Computer literacy Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Landmark

go to method of application »

CLOSING DATE:  11 July 2023

PURPOSE

• Effective and Efficient development, maintenance and enhancement of SABC Websites, Apps. Provide appropriated support in line with business operations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Develop SABC Apps Website/s (Internet/ Intranet to meet business and end user needs)
•  Web App development in accordance with coding standards and procedures and corporate identity
•  Development in agreed timelines and user requirements

Appropriate Web and App troubleshooting

•  Development of Web and App design to be aligned with business requirements
•  Effectively cohesion within design team in execution of design duties • Interact with the client to incorporate design ideas and best practices
•  Ensure that web and app designs are responsive and accessible
•  Design and implement of Content Management System (CMS) templates and plugins
•  Accurate reporting to management regarding progress on design and development
•  Building the division’s internal App and web capacity to execute projects against the divisional plan.
•  Proper testing and code reviews
•  Maintain and apply all change management
•  Reporting to management on all web app and analytical components to ensure clients are continuously updated on website and app performance
• Accurate Definition of Entity Relationship Diagram and Database structures
•  Compliance with Methodologies and standards
•  Synchronize dependencies and the interfaces between Web and App Projects

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 

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

•  Experience working in an Agile delivery environment (Scrum) 
•  Experience in Project Management
•  Experience Operational Level Agreement Management (OLA’s)

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant 3 year Design/ Developer Diploma/ Degree NQF 6

EXPERIENCE

• 3 Years development experience

KNOWLEDGE

•  Knowledge and understanding of web and app development
•  Knowledge and understanding of relevant software applications
•  Knowledge and understanding of new & mobile developments and convergence
•  Knowledge of software development life-cycle and system designing concepts
•  Knowledge of web and mobile technologies e.g HTML, CSS, Django, C#  etc.

go to method of application »

CLOSING DATE: 10 JULY 2023

PURPOSE

• Effective and efficient management of own cost centre and crews to support TV production in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards. Plan, coordinate and administer skills/ resources required for TVOB productions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Draft, communicate and implement SOP’s in close liaison with department head
•  Revenue generation initiatives
•  Compliance with Transfer Pricing Structure in determining tariffs
•  Accurate calculation and submission of Capex inputs into budget
•  Ongoing control of operational expenses e.g. overtime, transport, freelance to be within approved budget
•  Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget variances on monthly basis
•  Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
•  Finance & Planning
•  On-time completion of budget as per required format & guidelines
•  Accurate calculation and submission of Capex inputs into budget
•  Supervise Individual & Team Performance

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

•  Effective planning, scheduling and coordinating of resources to ensure competent service delivery
•  Appropriate design completed on time to match nature of production
•  Quality compliance in accordance with electrical best practice
•  Effective liaison/ coordination with rest of production team to ensure synchronisation
•  Optimal utilization of facilities/ resources
•  Ongoing observation of needs, liaison with production team and dynamic control of lighting and power requirements to best serve operational needs
•  Availability of skilled operators and updated resource pool at all times

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

•  Full compliance with SABC customer service standards
•  Compliance as per relevant SOP’s
•  Time Management
•  Accurate calculation, preparation & submission of timesheets

 STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT

•  On time delivery, within scope and within specifications
•  Above average SLA rating
•  Appropriate design completed on time to match nature of production
•  Attending to customer queries/ complaints including accurate advice & guidance

 LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

•  Effective and efficient utilization of team members in accordance with production requirements to ensure delivery
•  Retain & transfer scarce skills in accordance with Company skills retention policy
•  Supervise and monitor Individual & Team Performance

 INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 QUALIFICATIONS

• NQF 6 (level 6) National Diploma in Electrical Engineering/ Diploma in arts and technology/ Stage lighting or equivalent qualification

 EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years continuous service of relevant post- electrical/Millwright qualification or Broadcast Lighting and design experience. 3 years should be on team leader/crew leader level.
• Electrical trade test together with wireman’s license or equivalent
• Exposure in project management, and proficient in computer skills
• Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing

 KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of HR Policy/Procedures
• Rigging, assembling, setting up, and installing electrical & TV lighting resources and equipment to ensure effective / efficient broadcast support
• Ad Hoc repairing and maintaining of electrical cabling and distribution equipment
• Ad Hoc repairing and maintenance of lighting equipment

ADVANTAGE

• Understanding of OB or /and Henley operations
• Basic knowledge and understanding of generator repairs and maintenance
• Code EB driver’s license

go to method of application »

Closing Date: 10 July 2023

Main Purpose of the position

• To plan, co-ordinate and produce dramas and plays of high quality in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• Make input in the development of plans for the drama department, in line with station strategy and priorities.
• Workshop administrative staff, production teams, drama actors, scriptwriters, quality assurers and authors on strategic objectives and priorities of the radio station or business unit.
• Liaise with various internal (i.e. Sales and Marketing, Finance, Audience Research) and external content providers to ensure radio drama objectives are met.
• Liaise with Market Intelligence and utilize other research sources to enhance the quality and relevance of radio dramas, and ensure that the station’s drama themes respond to audience needs at all times.
• Help to develop station’s Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), ensure sign off with internal and external stakeholders, and monitor execution.
• Conduct continuous reviews of products, markets and revenue opportunities in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure competitiveness.
• Develop a multi- platform media approach for the department and ensure the drama series or soapies livelonger by extending them to digital platforms.
• Develop teasers and promos for each drama before it goes on air and create public engagement and listener feedback sessions.
• Assess submitted scripts for suitability and provide feedback timeously to the writers.
• Provide creative guidance and process mapping to drama authors, scriptwriters in order to develop drama scripts that are suitable for production and broadcast.
• Provide guidance, support and monitor new writing talent in the development of their scripts (external Clients).
• Make meaningful amendments to scripts and do quality assurance.
• Generate and develop ideas for possible commissioning of scripts for special calendar events, commemorations and special broadcasts.
• Manage and monitor the casting of appropriate talent for productions of the highest creative quality for plays and serials
• Direct actors in the pursuit of obtaining the best possible performances for the given recording and narration of the storyline.
• Guide and advise technical personnel in the choice and use of sound effects and recording techniques.
• Guide the editing process to arrive at a production of excellent technical quality.
• Monitor and facilitate the creativity of new ideas and innovative ways of achieving desired results.
• Do impact assessment of the storyline and public feedback sessions frequently to improve on the quality of actors, storyline, scripting and messaging in the drama
• Adhere to regulations and broadcast legislation i.e. ICASA compliance, Broadcasting Act etc.
• Monitor and report on the operational risks and compliance matters.
• Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Ensure compliance with Copyright Act.
• Adhere to SABC editorial code, ICASA regulations and applicable policies.
• Manage contacts and networks and maintain confidentiality of writers’ intellectual property.
• Engage constantly with content providers internally and external to be able to develop detailed briefs for script writers and drama authors to achieve good quality productions in line with the station’s objectives.
• Oversee public feedback engagements and respond to complaints and recommendations.
• Liaise with Commercial Enterprises and Business Development around drama sponsorships and product placement campaigns to realize revenue growth.
• Liaise with internal and external content providers to ensure content alignment to programming strategy
• Manage adequate staffing for fair workload distribution, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective communication and briefing of actors, script writers, authors, technicians and administrative staff.
• Provide direction on casting and attraction of drama script writers, actors, drama authors, quality assurers and language specialists.
• Conduct Individual coaching, counseling and mentoring on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
• Manage available staff and performance management.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS

• National diploma or degree in Speech and Drama/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent qualification. NQF 6
• 3 years’ experience in Radio content production
• Qualification in theatre / radio / TV drama production would be an advantage
• Excellent command of language of the radio station (both written and spoken).
• Technical skills (pro-tools)
• Advanced knowledge of Radio production processes, tools and systems.
• Ability to create reporting and filing systems to ensure accountability.
• Project management skills.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape.
• Digital media skills.
• Sound understanding of current trends and socio-political issues.
• Script writing and editing skills.
• Knowledge of SABC Corporate Goals and other mandatory and legislative requirements regarding broadcast content.
• Ability to work within a team environment, give advice and guidance appropriately.
• Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Advanced computer skills

go to method of application »

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop the Sales Division strategy to enable organisational revenue collection. Provide Strategic direction to Senior Management Team to provide a cost effective, reliable and sustainable service.
• Develop and review the Sales Operating Model in line with broader organisational business objectives. Position Sales to grow and retain a commercial client base in a competitive broadcasting environment. 
• Provide feedback and monitor successful down-cascading of strategy, Exco and board directives within Departments. 
• Oversee Divisional operational expenditure against approved budget and introduce corrective measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability.
•  Set guidelines on optimal fund distribution/ allocation in accordance with the organisational budget constraints and strategic/ operational requirements. 
• High-level review of all projects to evaluate progress. Manage assets in accordance with organisational Asset Management Policy. 
• Continuously grow revenue market share to match audience share and beyond. 
• Ensure that Sales departments perform in line with strategy which is to identify opportunities and an effective way to maximize market share in revenue generation.
•  Ensure optimal integration of functions and strategies, in order to achieve objectives and increase revenue. 
• Position the organisation as advertising medium of choice for advertisers. 
• Lead innovation/creative thinking in revenue generation. 
• Identify and sustain new sources of revenue for the organisation in terms of advertising, sponsorships and promotions. Ensure accurate and pro-active market research. 
• Monitor implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with the organisational strategy. 
• Communicate with all members of staff and Instil culture of communication within the division.

Skills, and Abilities: 

• Leadership and team management ,Change Management ,Business planning , Fundamental understanding of the latest trends in the Media Sales environment necessary to grow revenue in a fast changing broadcasting environment for Television, Radio, Digital and Mobile Budget management PFMA and relevant treasury regulations Strategic management  Legal standards and regulations  Strategy management Exceptional knowledge of commercial matters with specific focus on costs, profits and new business opportunities

Education and Experience: 

• Postgraduate qualification with an emphasis on Marketing or equivalent qualification in Business .A relevant Masters or MBA qualification is recommended.
• 10 years’ experience in the media (Radio and Television) advertising environment with an emphasis on consumer or brand marketing, of which 5 years are at Senior Manager Level.

Key Leadership Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: The ability to conceptualise, prepare and develop strategies that will cope with changing environments and consider the various challenges that lie ahead.
• Driving Results: The ability to recognise what results are important and the steps needed to achieve exceptional by applying effort where the most effective and economical outcome is identified.
• People Management: The ability to optimize workplace productivity and promote professional growth by unlocking and channelling employee potential through developing, motivating and directing employees to support current and future business needs.
• Stakeholder Connecting: The ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with individuals, groups or organisations with impact or interest in the work/project/organisational strategy both inside and outside the organisation.