SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)

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POSITION: BULLETIN EDITOR –SABC NEWS CHANNEL

POSITION ID: 60019430

SCALE CODE: 401 (Peromnes 8, Paterson CU)

LOCATION: JOHANNESBURG (AUCKLAND PARK)

REPORTING LINE: EDITOR-SABC NEWS CHANNEL

CLOSING DATE: 26 AUGUST 2026

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: 

To lead, guide and provide editorial direction to the production team to deliver compelling and incisive news programmes in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and the public mandate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Lead the team in identifying and selecting stories, compose rundowns in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and the public mandate.
• Lead effective and creative brainstorming sessions to determine content breadth and quality.
• Working within tight deadlines, identify news stories appropriate for target audiences.
• Manage and direct staff in the writing and timeous processing of news stories. 
• Ensure the overall quality and accuracy of news content, language context, style, and tone.
• Ensure compliance with SABC News’ ethical, editorial and production standards.
• Optimise news impact with illustrative, audio-visual, and appropriately contextualised script.
• Advise on the best stories to lead and anchor news bulletins, and update stories as new information becomes available.
• Keep up to date with news reporters in the field or at base and brief team on latest news developments.
• Ensure balance in the stories to be featured in the news bulletins and address gaps as soon as it is possible to do so.
• Supervise the performance of the team and give constructive feedback on stories delivered.
• Continually communicate with relevant news editors to find further newsworthy angles.
• Liaise with technical support regarding the specific delivery of news items.
• Assist news presenters with accurate news reading delivery and pronunciations.
• Submit daily production reports to the line manager and indicate problems requiring attention.
• Together with the line manager, process leave applications and check impact on rosters.
• Generate a monthly roster for the desk and ensure adequate staffing.
• Communicate with platforms on structural changes, changes in time slots, bulletin durations.
• Lead productive and creative editorial team sessions to determine appropriateness of editorial content for bulletins.
• Ensure that news content meets the highest editorial and linguistic standards as per editorial policy.
• Be alert to any content that may require audience warnings and disclaimers and ensure that these are reflected prominently prior to airing the stories.
• Assign team writing and productions responsibilities as required.
• Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Codes.
• Provide input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitor the implementation thereof.
• Support effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communication, Media Studies or equivalent qualification. NQF6/7
• 6 years’ proven experience in editorial and writing environment, two of which must be in a supervisory capacity.
• Mother-tongue proficiency and exceptional writing skills in the designated language (English) 
• Understanding of all regulations, legislation and policies impacting broadcasting.
• Knowledge and understanding of television news production processes.
• Exceptional editorial and journalistic acumen.
• Ability to work under pressure and perform outstandingly to tight deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of the relevant systems and broadcasting operations.

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DIVISION: Technology 

BUSINESS UNIT: TV Media 

JOB TITLE: Principal MCC Controller x2 (1 RMC / 1 MCR)

SCALE CODE: 402 (Pernomnes 9, Paterson C3)

REPORTS TO: Manager: Master Control Room

POSITION ID:  60018478 / 60018480

CLOSING DATE: 26 AUGUST 2026

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The SABC is seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Principal Controller: Radio & TV Master Control Room (MCR) to provide operational leadership and oversight across Radio and Television transmission environments.

The successful candidate will coordinate and facilitate incoming and outgoing contribution and distribution services, including satellite, fibre, microwave, IP and other broadcast transmission circuits. The role is responsible for ensuring seamless broadcast operations, signal monitoring, quality assurance, transmission integrity, and operational continuity across both Radio and Television platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Management and Broadcast Control
• Coordinate switching of audio, video and communication circuits for internal and external productions.
• Monitor and control Radio and Television transmission services to ensure uninterrupted broadcasting.
• Coordinate satellite, fibre, microwave, mobile uplink and IP-based contribution and distribution feeds.
• Manage daily bookings and resource allocations in accordance with operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with broadcast audio and video quality standards.
• Conduct routine testing, monitoring and fault identification of transmission equipment and circuits.
• Configure and manage broadcast systems including satellite IRDs, IP transmission equipment and communication systems.
• Provide expert technical and operational support to internal and external clients.
• Participating in Bid Specification and Bid Evaluation Committees where required.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE:

• Develop, review and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure adherence to operational controls, policies and procedures.
• Produce comprehensive operational and technical reports.
• Contribute to budget planning, asset verification and strategic operational initiatives.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with Programming, News, Sport, Radio Services, Television Services, Engineering teams, content providers and external service providers.
• Engage regularly with stakeholders to identify operational requirements and provide effective technical solutions.
• Attend operational and stakeholder meetings as required.
• Leadership and People Development
• Act in the capacity of MCR Manager when required.
• Mentor, coach and train Controllers and Senior Controllers.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and continuous skills development.
• Support a culture of operational excellence, teamwork and compliance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• N Diploma/ Degree (NQF Level 6/7) qualification in Broadcasting, Film and Television, Radio Operations, Media Technology, Broadcast Engineering, Electronics, Information Technology or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 to 8 years' experience within a Radio and/or Television Broadcasting environment.
• At least one year's experience as a Senior Controller or equivalent senior operational role.

SPECIAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Excellent colour perception, vision and hearing.
• Own reliable transport.
• Ability to make sound operational decisions in a live broadcast environment.
• Ability to distinguish between content-related and technical broadcast quality issues.

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SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Position: EXECUTIVE PRODUCER NEWS CHANNEL

Position ID:   60019514

Scale code: 300 (Paterson D1, Pernomnes 7)

Reporting Line: Editor: SABC News channel

 CLOSING DATE: 26 AUGUST 2026

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To deliver programming of the highest editorial and journalistic standards in accordance with the public mandate and SABC News’ strategic and editorial objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Identify, commission, and assign news and current content based on strength, quality, depth, and newsworthiness in accordance with the public mandate and SABC News’ editorial and strategic objectives. 
• Take final responsibility for the editorial quality of the shows.
• Account for overall audience performance of the programme.
• Review and adjust programming to the changing needs of audiences.
• Ensure that all programming adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies regarding the plurality of voices and diversity of views.
• Make use of interactive screens, infographics, and audiovisual collages to enhance the quality of programming.
• Ensure balance and fairness in the content and representation of multiple perspectives.
• Ensure that shows are properly planned and well-thought out ahead of time.
• Ensure that all interviews are published and prominently promoted on digital platforms ahead of transmission.
• Create opportunities for viewer engagement during the programme through digital platforms, call-ins and on-screen.
• Plan and coordinate Outside Broadcasts, panel discussions and town halls on issues of public concern in accordance with the public mandate. 
• Check and ensure that all audiovisual material meets all broadcast compliance requirements before transmission.
• Liaise with on-air team for final checks and ensure that the line-up is well understood by everyone involved in the transmission.
• Authorise all major changes to the line up while on air.
• Communicate with Editors and producers regarding content and programme requirements as well target audience needs.
• Determine logical flow and co-ordination of the running order of the programme.
• Optimise utilisation of resources and shared services in support of the production and delivery of quality programmes.
• Provide feedback to the production team against set standards to enhance quality.
• Ensure that all material meets the highest editorial and journalistic standards.
• Research content to produce quality programmes for viewers and target audiences.
• Contribute and participate in special broadcast projects as and when required.
• Cost effectively control and manage utilization of resources.
• Manage and monitor timeous authorisation of freelance payments, in compliance with SABC policies.
• Manage individual and team productivity.
• Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with the team and contributors. 
• Support successful implementation of the Performance Management System in accordance with SABC policies. 
• Ensure a health working environment and professional relationship.
• Ensure adherence internal financial controls.
• Develop and manage staff rosters.
• Adhere to the SABC editorial codes and Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
• Adhere to all SABC quality and production standards.
• Provide input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitor the implementation thereof.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree NQF 7 preferably in Journalism/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent disciplines.
• 8 years’ proven experience in digital and broadcast news and current affairs environment, including 4 years’ in an editorial/ supervisory position.
• Understanding of broadcasting and publishing regulations and legislation.
• Advanced understanding of public broadcasting principles.
• Exceptional writing skills, news sense attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of platform-specific news and current affairs production processes and systems.
• Planning, budgeting and executing special broadcasts and project.
• Project management.

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SENIOR TECHNICIAN x2

Report Line:  Sectional Lead: Production Studio

Division:  Technology – TV Media – Production Studios Technology (PST)

Scale Code: 402

Position id:  60018415 / 60018419

CLOSING DATE:  

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

• Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
• Above average rating of SLA
• Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
• Adhere to service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them
• Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required
• Adjust to ensure compliance in according with Enterprise Broadcast Architecture Framework (EBAF), broadcast standards, ISO’s and customer requirements
• 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 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
• Sustain compatibility & integration between all digital systems
• Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks
• Follow up reported faults to identify, address and ensure their resolution and prevent fault reoccurrence articipating in preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability
• Contributing and implementing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in dialog with digital partners to create resolutions with principal team members
• Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and software 

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Contribute to the specification requirements in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures
• Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans 
• Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures
• Compliance with OEM software licenses
• SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity

 STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE 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

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

 QUALIFICATIONS

• 3/4 Years National Diploma/Degree (S4/T4) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current/Computer Systems) (NQF 6/7)
• Network +, A+ will be an advantage

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the technical broadcast environment, of the 5 years a minimum of 1 year at a shift/standby competence (full performer) Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services

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BRAND SPECIALIST WESTERN CAPE

POSITION:  BRAND SPECIALIST (GOOD HOPE FM)

DIVISION:  RADIO          

REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER

SAP POSITION ID: 60018013

REGION: WESTERN CAPE

SCALE CODE:  402

CLOSING DATE: 26 AUGUST 2026

Main purpose of position:

To ensure that the station’s brand remain recognisable, up to date and exciting to all internal and external stakeholders and to make sure that all brand campaigns are executed in line with the station’s marketing strategy for maximum returns on revenue and audiences.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the Marketing Manager to develop and implement a marketing strategy for the station or business unit.
• Plan campaigns, launch, and maintain a sustainable brand marketing programme by identifying and analysing audience segments, key areas and opportunities thereof. 30% Marketing Manager Business Unit Manager Brand Specialist
• Keeping abreast of all content plans from channel suppliers and station teams, in order to collate programming highlights for marketing purposes.
• Continuous monitoring of competitor activity to ensure station Marketing strategy adapts to changing business environment.
• Assist Marketing Manager with development and implementation of product marketing plans, focusing on Through-the-Line aspect of campaign roll-out.
• Liaise with On-Air teams and Digital specialists, as well as external agencies, to create briefs, conceptualize and implement different phases of station projects/campaigns.
• Leverage relevant content to create engagement opportunities with the consumers to drive Product Uptake and grow digital communities.
• Oversee activations and campaigns: continued tracking of actual spend against budget and informing managers timeously of potential over-spend and risks.
• Presentation of post campaign reports and budget reconciliations to management.
• Provide constant feedback reports or presentations of all marketing campaigns.
• Source and analyse digital statistics for specific campaigns, for client and stakeholder feedback purposes.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance – ensure all events are insured with internal Insurance department.
• Ensure contracts and/or trade exchange documentation are completed and signed ahead of any event or campaign starting.
• Manage financial risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
• Liaise and sustain rapport with all media players.
•  Interact with station service providers and ensure alignment to specific marketing strategy.
•  Manage, maintain and expand customer relationships, exploiting specific needs and anticipating new opportunities.
• Champion the business partner relationship constantly seeking out ways of adding further value to the business through collaboration, coaching, education and appreciation of the business priorities.
• Creating value in each customer interaction and focusing on the total customer experience.
• Customer queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with service standards and SLAs.
• Effective briefing and communication with departmental and other station staff for successful execution of projects.
• Individual coaching, counselling and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
• Effective and efficient utilization of team members in accordance with production requirements to ensure delivery.

Requirements:

• 3 Year IMM diploma or equivalent marketing qualification (NQF level 6)
• Digital Marketing Qualification
• Experience in broadcast media environment
• 3-5 years’ experience of the major marketing disciplines required: brand planning, digital marketing, advertising, media planning etc.
• Online campaign management
• Multi-platform campaign management
• Media planning and advertising principles
• PFMA principles
• Supply chain processes
• Events planning and execution
• Social Media engagement
• Budget planning and management
• Marketing Management
• Planning and organising of resources and information 
• Report writing and record keeping
• Project Management

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