INDEPENDENT COMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY OF SOUTH AFRICA (ICASA)

ELECTION MONITORING COMPLIANCE OFFICER X36

JOB LEVEL : C3

PRE TAX SALARY: Total Monthly Package (CTC)  R47 463.00

LOCATION: ICASA (Head Office – Centurion)

POSITION STATUS: 6 Months Contract

Purpose of the job                                                                      

To monitor and evaluate coverage of the 2026 Local elections by Broadcasting Service Licensees in terms of sections 56, 57, 58 and 59 of the Electronic Communications Act No. 36 of 2005 and the applicable Regulations. 

Key Outputs: The successful candidates will report to the Manager: Broadcasting Compliance, and their responsibilities will include: ● Monitoring compliance to the Electronic Communications Act and Municipal Political Elections Broadcasts and Political Advertisements Amendment Regulations, 2026 ● Data capturing and identifying issues covered by the Broadcasting Licensees during the election period ● Reporting non-compliance ● Compiling reports on compliance as required.

Qualifications and Experience: ● Diploma NQF Level 6/7 or Bachelor's Degree NQF Level 7/8; in Law, Media studies, Journalism, Humanities, Commerce, or related qualification ●1-year related working experience (i.e. Administration, Communications, Compliance, Law, ICT, and Media) ● Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.) ● Prior experience in elections or broadcasting monitoring, or ICT sector will be an added advantage ● Proficiency in at least 2 official South African Languages.

Key Competencies and Attributes: ● Analytical Thinking ● Attention to detail ● Decision Making ● Interactive Communication ● Excellent Communicator (written and verbal) ●Knowledge of broadcasting regulatory environment, understanding of SA political landscape ●Presentation skills ● Report Writing Skills ● Ability to work under constant pressure ● Administrative skills- basic ● Project Management skills/basics.

Closing Date: 29 June 2026

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA https://www.icasa.org.za/pages/careers

Any enquiries regarding this position should be directed to careers@icasa.org.za

NB: The email addresses provided above should be used for enquiries only.

Applications sent by email will NOT be considered.

FOR EASY ACCESS TO THE SYSTEM DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE A LAPTOP OR A DESKTOP ON CHROME OR MICROSOFT EDGE WEB BROWSERS

ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation as outlined within the Employment Equity Plan of ICASA.

·     If you do not hear from us within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

·     Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

·     It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

·     It is also the responsibility of the applicant to obtain evaluation and certification of the Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL).

·     Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.

·     ICASA actively pursues the sourcing of persons with disabilities.

·     ICASA is an equal opportunity employer

·     ICASA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

·     Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, verification of the applicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checks.

·     Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.

·     CVs from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.

Department: Licensing & Compliance

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