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SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)
SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST
Report Line : MANAGER: ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE
Division : TECHNOLOGY
Scale Code : 300 (Paterson D1, Peromnes 7)
Position ID : 60018751
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
PURPOSE
To plan, coordinate and supervise all activities related to the different SABC BU Strategies and Architecture and to be responsible for strategic planning, principles, and tactics relating to the workflows, information systems and technologies that the Corporation uses to enhance productivity and automation. Acts as a liaison & bridge between Technology and business in relation to translating business needs, identification of gaps, control measures and requirements to Technology for alignment in terms of resolution, implementation and delivery.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY
- Lead end-to-end business analysis activities across SABC divisions initiatives.
- Engage with senior stakeholders to define business problems, opportunities, and outcomes
- Provide leadership on business analysis approaches and best practices
- Translate BU strategic visions into measurable, actionable requirements and manage the changes necessary for implementation.
- Drive and facilitate enterprise-wide changes in line with SABC strategic direction.
- Analysis of business problems, needs, processes and identification of possible innovations.
- Assists divisions in the development of business processes, control measures & business cases
- Continuous improvement, transformation and optimisation of business processes
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Accurate identification of system usage by different business owners/ -users
- Analyse current states and designing future processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and resolve operational bottlenecks
- Accurate process and workflow reviews with business owners /users to ensure full alignment with business needs and business rules across the SABC enterprise.
- Facilitate and Elicit requirements (BRS, FRS, integration, non-functional, user stories, wire-frames etc) elicitation sessions and provide accurate & detailed documentation.
- On time review of requirements and blockers resolution with business owners/SME.
- Recommend optimal solutions in line with business requirements and within approved policy framework
- Ensure requirements traceability from concept right through to delivery
- Assist and support delivery road map, planning and prioritization.
- Obtain business owners sign off for all documentation provided
- Accurate & detailed analysis, validation of specifications in search of new solution development and upgrade solutions
- Accurate analysis of customer request to identify problems and possible appropriate actions
- Identify key stakeholders and facilitate workshop/s of real end user requirements with impact analysis and cost benefit analysis where appliable.
- Updated and version-controlled business process documentation within Enterprise Architecture.
- Decompose high-level business and user requirements into functional requirements
- Accurate process- and workflow reviews to ensure full alignment with BRS with gap analysis
- Accurate evaluation of system specifications for business requirements & workflows.
- Continual update/ communication of business / functional/ system requirements with Management Team and software development specialists
- Accurate documentation & translation of BRS, business / functional/ system requirements into technical requirements (e.g. data, screen development, configuration and integration)
- Accurately determine system use cases, develop use case models & diagrams for workflow analysis
- On-going support of development team and business post implementation.
- Develop and/or ensure alignment of test cases, test scripts and assist with solution testing.
- Develop training manuals aligned with business processes guiding users to fully utilise the systems.
- Particulate in policy reviews for systems enhancements & compliance.
- Facilitation of training as required by end users
- Assist with business cases drafting, including SCM processes (ie BSC & BEC)
- Establish and build relationships with key business stakeholders within SABC business units and other relevant business units.
- Facilitate the analysis, design, and provide support for development, implementation, deployment and maintenance of applications.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
- To assist Management in closing Audit findings identified by the Auditor General and Internal Audit
- Ensure compliance with all relevant SABC and statuary policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with the SABC risk management framework
- Ensure proactive identification and communication of potential risks in accordance with the SABC risk management framework
- Ensure Compliance with business and broadcast bodies, standards and regulations.ie ITIL, BABOK
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT
- 100% Employee Participation in organisational drives/ key stakeholder engagements
- Key Stakeholders:
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with all departmental, business unit, divisional and external stakeholders through frequent communication and feedback sessions business to enable and optimise infrastructure architecture improvements
- Maintain and communicate awareness of emerging technologies and business impact,
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to interact and communicate with all levels of business.
LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
- Effective and efficient utilization of team members to ensure delivery in line with level of competence
- Ensure completion of assigned tasks within allocated time
- Effective troubleshooting and functional support of team members
- Accurate identification of development areas including WSP
- Provide supervisory and mentorship role to Business Analysts including internship program
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant (minimum) 3 years diploma or 4 year IT or computer science degree tertiary qualification,
ADVANTAGE
- Certification in Business Analysis affiliated with IIBA
EXPERIENCE
- At least 6 years’ experience as a Business Analyst, Total relevant work experience over 6 years preferably in large corporate environments or broadcasting industries.
- At least 2years of leading large projects
- Agile & scrum methodologies
KNOWLEDGE
- Advanced knowledge & understanding of Business Process Modelling and Mapping
- Advanced knowledge & understanding of BABOK
- Experience of leading/facilitating workshops with clients
- Strong hands-on approach to business and excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills – ability to clearly articulate & negotiate requirements.
- Advanced knowledge & understanding of Unified Modelling Language
- Experience in User Interface design
- Advanced knowledge, understanding & application of information technology best practices and methodologies
- Advanced knowledge & understanding of SDLC
DIVISION: NEWS AND CURRENT AFFAIRS
POSITION: BULLETIN WRITER / READER (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg)
SCALE CODE: 402
POSITION ID: 60019254
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
REPORTING LINE: BULLETIN EDITOR
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To deliver incisive Afrikaans public service Audio / Radio News Bulletins and content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Write and read (present) Afrikaans Audio / Radio News content, as assigned
- Write, voice, translate, cut soundbites, as well as package stories when required
- Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time
- Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate, balanced and fair
- Adhere to the designated language requirements and ensure that language usage is accurate and formal
- Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories
- Conduct field, archival and other research, as required
- Conduct interviews and do Q&As, when required
- Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity and to enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media
- Use multimedia platforms to promote Audio / Radio News content and ensure adherence to digital news / media guidelines
- Support team members and colleagues
- Establish and maintain news networks and contacts
- Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, News Style-Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient and fluent in Afrikaans (read, write, speak and translate) with a good command of English
- National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF 6)
- 4 years’ proven experience in the news environment
- Excellent news sense and attention to detail
- Exceptional writing, reading / presenting and translation skills
- Good and clear broadcast voice
- Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool
- Good ability to stay abreast of news and current affairs and other related developments
- Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends
- Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team
- Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
- Good understanding of the news, media and broadcasting environments
- Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news, media and broadcasting environment
DIVISION: SABC News and Current Affairs
POSITION: Bulletin Writer / Reader (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg)
SCALE CODE: 402 (Peromnes 9, Paterson C3)
POSITION ID: 60019252
REPORTING LINE: Bulletin Editor
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To deliver incisive Afrikaans public service Audio News Bulletins and Content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Write and read (present) Afrikaans Audio News content, as assigned.
- Write, voice, translate, cut soundbites, as well as package stories when required.
- Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time.
- Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate, balanced and fair.
- Adhere to the designated language requirements and ensure that language usage is accurate and formal.
- Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories.
- Conduct field, archival and other research, as required.
- Conduct interviews and do Q&As, when required.
- Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity and to enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media.
- Use multimedia platforms to promote Audio News content and ensure adherence to digital / online news media guidelines.
- Support team members and colleagues.
- Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
- Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, SABC News Style-Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient and fluent in Afrikaans and English (read, write, speak and translate etc)
- National diploma / degree in journalism or media studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF 6)
- 4 years’ proven experience in the news environment
- Excellent news sense and attention to detail
- Exceptional writing, reading / presenting and translation skills
- Good and clear broadcast voice
- Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool
- Staying abreast of news and current affairs and other related developments
- Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends
- Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team
- Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
- Good understanding of the news, media, broadcasting and publishing / posting environments
- Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news media and broadcasting environments
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position: Technician Intern X 1
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Operations
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: FS & NC
Position code: 60022211
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for one Technical Graduate to join our Technology RRTO team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12-month graduate program is to provide effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology. The successful candidate will be placed in Bloemfontein.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with asset management tracking and transfers.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
- Adhere to service delivery standards of the Division.
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports with findings and repairs.
- Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA percentage
- Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of ‘on air’ systems)
- Effective technical support to users in order to reduce downtime.
- Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure no technical on-air faults.
- Ensure functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
- Follow up reported faults.
- Daily/ Monthly proactive system health checks against checklist & replacement of faulty components
- Report and escalating risks
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3-year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Systems/ Technology/ Electronics) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
- Driver’s License advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
- IT Network knowledge advantage CISCO CCNA (ICDN1 +ICDN2) certified.
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
POSITION: INTERN - COORDINATOR: CONTENT
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT (SPORT)
REPORT LINE: MANAGER: SPORT CONTENT
SCALE CODE: 900
POSITION ID: 60024976
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Organise and co-ordinate the department’s administration and audit documents required.
To ensure that all broadcast related documents for TV/Radio and Digital are timeously received and filed and made readily available for Audit purposes for organizational effectiveness and efficiencies. Develop and oversee departmental communication protocols, streamline and report on administrative procedures, inventory control under the leadership of the Manager: Sport Content and team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio and TV
- Assist with consolidation and co-ordination of Business Plan inputs
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
• Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
- Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department.
- Ensure all Departmental standard operating procedures, service level agreements and policies are updated, approved and distributed as required by the organisation for all television stakeholders.
- Reconcile all Sport content delivered against contractual commitments.
- Reconcile monthly all sport schedules for Radio
- Monthly reporting on language delivery across all sport local magazine shows and live sport broadcasts
- Assist with preparing of documentation and information for publication on the Radio digital platforms to ensure on going information sharing.
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface with all.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships between the organisation and its stakeholders.
- Liaise with internal and external parties on matters related to the Department and maintain sound relationships with stakeholders relevant to Video Entertainment
- Adherence and compliance with the Department, Division and Organisational governance framework.
- Report and manage the Departmental operational risk register and ensure monthly reporting and system updating.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Project Management, Media Studies, Communications, Business Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
- Understanding of policies and standard operating procedure.
- General knowledge.
- Computer literate (Microsoft, SAP, the Internet etc.)
- Creativity and innovation.
- Proactive and action-orientated.
- Establish and maintain good relationships.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organisation
THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
POSITION: INTERN - ADMINISTRATOR: CONTENT
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT (SPORT)
REPORT LINE: MANAGER: SPORT CONTENT
SCALE CODE: 900
POSITION ID: 60024976
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Organise and co-ordinate the department’s administration and audit documents required.
To ensure that all broadcast related documents for TV/Radio and Digital are timeously received and filed and made readily available for Audit purposes for organizational effectiveness and efficiencies. Develop and oversee departmental communication protocols, streamline and report on administrative procedures, inventory control under the leadership of the Manager: Sport Content and team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio and TV
- Assist with consolidation and co-ordination of Business Plan inputs
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
• Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
- Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department.
- Ensure all Departmental standard operating procedures, service level agreements and policies are updated, approved and distributed as required by the organisation for all television stakeholders.
- Reconcile all Sport content delivered against contractual commitments.
- Reconcile monthly all sport schedules for Radio
- Monthly reporting on language delivery across all sport local magazine shows and live sport broadcasts
- Assist with preparing of documentation and information for publication on the Radio digital platforms to ensure on going information sharing.
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface with all.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships between the organisation and its stakeholders.
- Liaise with internal and external parties on matters related to the Department and maintain sound relationships with stakeholders relevant to Video Entertainment
- Adherence and compliance with the Department, Division and Organisational governance framework.
- Report and manage the Departmental operational risk register and ensure monthly reporting and system updating.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Project Management, Media Studies, Communications, Business Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
- Understanding of policies and standard operating procedure.
- General knowledge.
- Computer literate (Microsoft, SAP, the Internet etc.)
- Creativity and innovation.
- Proactive and action-orientated.
- Establish and maintain good relationships.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organisation
POSITION: INTERN - COORDINATOR: CONTENT
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT (SPORT)
REPORT LINE: MANAGER: SPORT CONTENT
SCALE CODE: 900
POSITION ID: 60024976
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Organise and co-ordinate the department’s administration and audit documents required.
To ensure that all broadcast related documents for TV/Radio and Digital are timeously received and filed and made readily available for Audit purposes for organizational effectiveness and efficiencies. Develop and oversee departmental communication protocols, streamline and report on administrative procedures, inventory control under the leadership of the Manager: Sport Content and team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio and TV
- Assist with consolidation and co-ordination of Business Plan inputs
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
• Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department
- Reconcile monthly schedules for Radio
- Ensures that all FCC and Music Cue Sheets are delivered to station
- Co-ordinate required material delivery for timeous transmission
- Ensure all departmental record keeping is in line with Video Entertainment’s file plan management policies.
- Co-ordinate the required internal and external audits requirements
- Assist with the preparation of presentations and materials to be used in meetings and strategic planning sessions for Radio output.
- Assist with the submission of divisional reports, presentations, and documents to the various approval committees.
- Assist with workflow-planning and roll-out of new initiatives within the department.
- Ensure all Departmental standard operating procedures, service level agreements and policies are updated, approved and distributed as required by the organisation for all television stakeholders.
- Reconcile all Sport content delivered against contractual commitments.
- Reconcile monthly all sport schedules for Radio
- Monthly reporting on language delivery across all sport local magazine shows and live sport broadcasts
- Assist with preparing of documentation and information for publication on the Radio digital platforms to ensure on going information sharing.
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface with all.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships between the organisation and its stakeholders.
- Liaise with internal and external parties on matters related to the Department and maintain sound relationships with stakeholders relevant to Video Entertainment
- Adherence and compliance with the Department, Division and Organisational governance framework.
- Report and manage the Departmental operational risk register and ensure monthly reporting and system updating.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Project Management, Media Studies, Communications, Business Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
- Understanding of policies and standard operating procedure.
- General knowledge.
- Computer literate (Microsoft, SAP, the Internet etc.)
- Creativity and innovation.
- Proactive and action-orientated.
- Establish and maintain good relationships.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organisation
INTERNSHIP: ASSISTANT COMMISSIONING EDITOR
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: HEAD OF GENRE
POSITION ID: 60022327, 60022329, 60025001
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To create accurate, detailed and aesthetically aligned transmission schedules and running orders for Video Entertainment channels, ensuring programme content, channel branding and supporting elements are correctly scheduled and ready for seamless broadcast transmission within required deadlines.
Key Accountabilities
- The creation of a presentation template with programme layouts, channel branding and promotional spots according to Video Entertainment requirements
- Produce an accurate, transmission-ready detailed 24-hour running-order schedule for playout by the required daily deadline for Video Entertainment channels.
- Ensuring that all changes are implemented timeously
- Importing commercial breaks, scheduling of promos and fillers at suitable times to the target audience of the channel
- Reconcile transmission schedules after broadcast
- Provide excellent client service to all relevant Stakeholders
- Generate reports and communicate to all relevant Stakeholders
- Provide necessary support to Line Management
- Adherence and compliance with the unit SOP’s
- Report on the operational risk and regulatory compliance matters
- Report on risks to protect organisational integrity, create value and prevent financial loss
- Adherent to Video Entertainment policies and procedures
- Report on potential risk in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Assist with the delivery of special projects
- Generate final presentation reports to relevant Internal and External Stakeholders
- Compile Ad Hoc reports
- Hand over daily presentation schedules and recons for sign off
- Liaise with relevant Stakeholders
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in a media-related qualification
- Knowledge and understanding of broadcasting systems
- Broad Understanding of the Broadcasting industry etc, regulation and operational requirements
- Computer literacy
- Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
- Meticulous Attention to detail
- Good interpersonal- and Communication skills
- Must be able to prioritize
Position: Licensing Administrator (INTERNSHIP)
Report Line: Manager Licenses
Division: Video Entertainment
Position ID: 60025002
Region: Gauteng
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for a Licensing Administrator Internship.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to the Video Entertainment department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their studies in Media studies / Film and Television/ Broadcasting or related discipline and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree (NQF 6/7) in Media studies / Film and Television/ Broadcasting or related discipline.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: CHANNEL PROGRAMME: GAUTENG
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: HEAD BOUQUET
POSITION ID: 60022331
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
To develop and implement a programme strategy aligned with Channel strategy, specifying the acquisition, commissioning and production of international and local programmes to meet SABC mandate and channel requirements to target audiences that inform, educate and entertain.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and Implement Programming strategy in line with Video Entertainment strategy and goals.
- Conduct continuous reviews of content, audience performance and revenue to meet strategic objectives and ensure a competitive edge.
- Liaise with various Internal stakeholders (i.e., Sales and Marketing, Finance, Audience Research, Internal Content Providers, etc) to ensure Video Entertainment programming strategic objectives are met.
- Develop and implement a programme rollout plan and content needs analysis for the channel programme
- Assist in developing a content plan for new products and services
- Manage and implement the output of the Programming plan for the channel within allocated budget and timelines.
- Liaise with Commercial Enterprises on sponsorships, trade exchanges and product placement of programmes to realize revenue efficiencies.
- Liaise with internal content providers to ensure content alignment to programming strategy.
- Utilise research to ensure high-quality programming to deliver on programming objectives.
- Monitor programmes to ensure quality and alignment with channel positioning.
- Review and manage business plans to ensure schedule stability.
- Explore opportunities for content partnerships and pre-sales for cost containment.
- Provide input into programming budget.
- Monitor programming budget to ensure spend and cost efficiencies.
- Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance 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 legislation.
- Implement the Risk Management Plan in line with the Organizational Risk Framework
- Implement internal risk audits identified and address gaps
- Engage with Internal and External business partners to achieve business objectives.
- Understand the needs of the target audience and offer compelling programming in line with the required mandate.
- Respond timeously to complaints.
- Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
- Manage adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
- Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
- Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
- Provide directions on the retention and attraction of staff.
- Conduct Individual coaching, counseling, and mentoring on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
- Transfer of skills in line with succession planning
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies or equivalent qualification.
- Budget management and forward scenario planning
- Content production
- Project management
- Editorial acumen
- Strategic management
- Compliance with internal policies
- Management information systems
- Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape
- Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: ON AIR ADMINISTRATOR: GAUTENG
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: HEAD BOUQUET
POSITION ID: 60022330
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
To provide an effective administrative service to the department and overall managing of the TVBMS System.
Key Accountabilities
- Drafting all freelance contracts and processing all payments
- Ensure that all pre-production logistics are arranged.
- Ensure that production is done in accordance with the specifications as set in out in the brief.
- Provide support to the unit during on-air production
- Complete the post-production administration and assist the producer to ensure that the product can be broadcast.
- Maintain an effective filing system and file music cue sheets
- Ensure that all music cue sheets are sent off to music rights
- Create all media item numbers
- Code all promos (XGN/XPR/XBP/XGS) from outside production houses as well as in-house
- Responsible for Loading/updating/editing promo/pres events list on TBMS daily
- Responsible for drawing promo flight reports
- Draw up and maintain Wipe List of expired titles for FCC ingest to delete from system regularly
- To keep abreast of the workflow for all in-house promos by staying in communication with the relevant stakeholders
- Maintain service level agreements to ensure optimal delivery to all promo guidelines
- Responsible for the loading and updating/editing Consumer warnings when requested
- Ensure the loading and updating of Menu Boards and Line Up boards daily on TVBMS
- Load, update and edit Fillers, Stings and Bumpers before they expire on TVBMS
- Archive all old promos on TVBMS
- Manage Promo placement for Scheduling
- Perform general office administration
- Maintain an effective filing system
- Booking of studio facilities
- Distribute Ingest form to relevant stakeholders re promo information
- Ad Hoc reports
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface always.
- Liaise with all stakeholders regarding the business/production plans daily.
- Handle all production-related queries with internal or external producers.
- Adhere to the organisation's Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
- Adhere to organizational quality and production standards.
- Adhere to and provide input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Adhere to and comply with the organisational policy and procedure
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in a media-related qualification
- Knowledge and understanding of On-Air TV broadcasting
- Computer literacy and Systems understanding
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: ON AIR ADMINISTRATOR: GAUTENG
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: HEAD BOUQUET
POSITION ID: 60022330
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
To provide an effective administrative service to the department and overall managing of the TVBMS System.
Key Accountabilities
- Drafting all freelance contracts and processing all payments
- Ensure that all pre-production logistics are arranged.
- Ensure that production is done in accordance with the specifications as set in out in the brief.
- Provide support to the unit during on-air production
- Complete the post-production administration and assist the producer to ensure that the product can be broadcast.
- Maintain an effective filing system and file music cue sheets
- Ensure that all music cue sheets are sent off to music rights
- Create all media item numbers
- Code all promos (XGN/XPR/XBP/XGS) from outside production houses as well as in-house
- Responsible for Loading/updating/editing promo/pres events list on TBMS daily
- Responsible for drawing promo flight reports
- Draw up and maintain Wipe List of expired titles for FCC ingest to delete from system regularly
- To keep abreast of the workflow for all in-house promos by staying in communication with the relevant stakeholders
- Maintain service level agreements to ensure optimal delivery to all promo guidelines
- Responsible for the loading and updating/editing Consumer warnings when requested
- Ensure the loading and updating of Menu Boards and Line Up boards daily on TVBMS
- Load, update and edit Fillers, Stings and Bumpers before they expire on TVBMS
- Archive all old promos on TVBMS
- Manage Promo placement for Scheduling
- Perform general office administration
- Maintain an effective filing system
- Booking of studio facilities
- Distribute Ingest form to relevant stakeholders re promo information
- Ad Hoc reports
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders and maintain an effective, professional interface always.
- Liaise with all stakeholders regarding the business/production plans daily.
- Handle all production-related queries with internal or external producers.
- Adhere to the organisation's Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
- Adhere to organizational quality and production standards.
- Adhere to and provide input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Adhere to and comply with the organisational policy and procedure
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in a media-related qualification
- Knowledge and understanding of On-Air TV broadcasting
- Computer literacy and Systems understanding
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: DIGITAL PRODUCT: GAUTENG
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: DIGITAL MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022332
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPETEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
Plan the content rollout against the digital platform strategy. Collate content according to the rollout plan and ensure timeous delivery. Coordinate meta data gathering and ensure constant updates on content and information on all the digital and social media platforms.
Key Accountabilities
- Liaise with stakeholders and collate relevant content for planning and exploitation purposes onto digital platforms
- Plan and theme the content and align to consumer consumption patterns
- Innovate ways of delivering content to consumers that tell an on-line story in a fresh new way, using all mediums available.
- Formulate deliverables and then deliver them to the correct standard and within deadlines.
- Monitor assigned digital platforms to assess requirements and respond to viewership patterns of assigned digital platform trends to formulate content exploitation strategies.
- The job does not entail shift work, but long and irregular working hours may be necessary on occasion.
- Effect digital marketing campaigns to promote content on digital platforms.
- Work in conjunction with the linear programming teams to ensure consistency in material usage
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and collate supporting metadata and images for the content
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for the promotion and marketing of the planned content.
- Ensure compliance to Video Entertainment policies and procedures.
- Adhere to the organisation Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
Requirements:
- National Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent qualification
- Understanding of digital systems and technologies such as WebSphere, Joomla and/or WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, VOD, etc
- Analytical understanding in terms of digital platforms (click-throughs, page impressions, etc)
- Simple video editing, conversion, and transcoding understanding
- An understanding of the social media platforms and an ability to connect to the target market.
- Creating and maintaining compelling websites.
- A desire to stay abreast of new media developments and trends.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: ASSISTANT COMMISSIONING EDITOR
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: HEAD OF GENRE
POSITION ID: 60022338
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
To be of assistance to the CEs and to supervise and oversee weekly programme broadcasts to ensure high-quality productions that comply with SABC’s mandate.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensures completion and accuracy of business plan paperwork and administration
- Ensures completion and accurate administration of all contracts and agreements before broadcast
- Monitors overall exposure received to sponsors
- Receives administrative paperwork before broadcasting and distributes to relevant parties
- Support continual analysis and evaluation of current business to grow and maximize sponsorship.
- Keep abreast of upcoming and new Programmes and schedule changes.
- Keep abreast of all the new and innovative technology in the execution of elements.
- Evaluate proposals and preview programmes before transmission in accordance with channel vision, mission and image
- Monitor programme route on schedule and communicate changes
- Monitor overall exposure received to sponsors
- Visit studio and locations
- Facilitate pitching sessions for short-listed producers
- Assist in the review of slots/programmes and audits of schedules and draw up briefs
- Assist with evaluation and negotiation of budgets
- Provide effective follow-up and after-sales service to clients, verbally, telephonically and via e-mails and follow-up meetings.
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with Internal and External clients to building better relationships with all our stakeholders and ensuring correct on-air exposure execution.
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Content disciplines / Television production or equivalent
- Knowledge of the broadcasting industry.
- Project management.
- Research analysis.
- Ability to act on research and to understand local and global broadcast trends
- Ability to work with clients and suppliers effectively
- A good communicator, motivator and problem solver
- PC literacy is essential (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
Position Title : Internship Video Asset Officer
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022329
Division : Video Entertainment
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
Collecting, transferring, shot listing (indexing), retrieval and preservation of SABC Video Entertainment archive content in order to make TV News Archive content available through processing requests from News clients. • Deliver on the unit inputs and outputs to ensure maximum efficiencies and regularly report on progress.
• Actively participate in the implementation of the unit plans.
• Contribute on the achievement of the unit objectives (Monthly).
• Ensure effective and efficient implementation of activities.
• Work closely with various stakeholders to ensure timeous delivery and processing of broadcast material for transmission and effective communication of changes.
• Ensure all SABC meta data is accurately catalogued for future exploitation.
• Adhere to the divisions workflows for maximum productivity and accurate output.
• Utilisation and training of the Systems.
• Ensure and monitor that necessary reports are produced as required (such as rejections, fault reports, etc.)
• Coordinate and oversee delivery of all SABC broadcast material.
• Effectively support, give input and implement a Disaster Recovery Plan
• Adherence to SABC broadcast standards, material should include all the mandatory metadata e.g. certification, TX dates
• Work within the business unit operating budget in such a manner as to ensure cost containment.
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
• Implement and deliver on SABC policies and procedures.
• Develop and ensure compliance with the unit SOP.
• Ensure all mandatory related broadcast fields are captured for cataloguing and exploitation
• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Meta Data enrichment.
• Submit reports as and when required
• Follow up any departmental related duties, request
• Perform ad-hoc duties
• Ensure mutually beneficial relationships are developed and maintained with internal suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Stakeholder queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with service standards requirements.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to ensure schedule priorities are not compromised and maintaining an appropriate balance to ensure revenues are not negatively impacted.
• Advise clients and stakeholders on technical specifications and standards as required by the broadcasting system.
• Attend technical meetings, workshops, conferences and exhibitions as and when required by business.
• Attend all relevant business and operational meetings and workshops
• Contract timeously to Performance Management in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Participate adequately to departmental activities
• Effective communication with all department staff including Interns
• Participate in the implementation of organizational development initiative i.e. Wellness
Requirements:
- Diploma in Archival field / communication or equivalent qualification
- Ability to work under pressure in particular live television environment.
- Ability to work in a team or independently and be self-motivated.
- Ability and willingness to work regular irregular hours, shifts and adapt to circumstances.
- Excellent hearing and visual abilities
- Computer literacy is essential
- High ethics and integrity essential
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMMING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022327
SCALE CODE: 900
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To assist the programme manager with the development, implementation, monitoring and review of the programming strategy that is aligned to the overall Channel strategy. A specific focus area of the Programming Unit in the Channel includes the acquisition of high quality, international and local content, against available budget delivery on the public mandate; content that appeals to audience and generates healthy revenues.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Assist in developing, managing and implementing a strategic plan for the acquisition of local and international programmes
- Assist in implementing Programming strategy in line with Television channel strategy and goals
- Assist the Programme Manager in conducting continuous reviews of products, markets and revenue in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure a competitive edge
• Oversee administration of the Programming unit to ensure smooth running of the unit
• Assist the programme manager with the editorial management of content for channel through conducting periodical editorial sessions with content providers ensuring timeous and appropriate documentation of all agreements, instructions, specifications and recommendations to ensure optimal alignment with channel programme strategy
• Track and manage the progress and status of properties on a weekly basis to ensure timeous delivery of content as dictated by the schedule
• Prepare monthly reports consisting of programme performance reports detailing, progress reports on operational matters, progress of programme development, innovation and new developments
• Attend pitching, review sessions and content workshops with service providers when the Programme Manager is not available
• Assist with development of programme specifications and concepts detailing editorial quality and innovation guidelines
• Assist with the development and writing of briefs for commissioned content
• Assist the Programme Manager with ad hoc initiatives and other requirements
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance 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
• Implement Risk Management Plan in line with Organizational risk Framework.
• Implement internal risk audits identified
• Assist in compiling a content needs analysis document for both local and international content
• Monitor day-to day operational matters and workflows of projects
• In collaboration with Scheduling, ensure schedules are ready for rate card on time.
• Generate mandates for content being required by the channels
• Coordinate and monitor the stages of the Business Plan value chain from review/pitch through to contracting stage
• Quality control of all documentation from review/pitch through to contracting in the value chain to eliminate mistakes and identify inefficiencies
• Request information acquired for the approved business plans templates from various stakeholders
• Co-ordinate and ensure timeous distribution and collection of the information pertaining to marketing and scheduling information, financial information, budgets and evaluation reports, sales projections, third party contact and registration details, company industry development strategy, resolutions, deliverables check list, legal and contract requests to and from the appropriate departments.
• Co-ordinate and ensure data integrity of all physical and electronic documentation related to the business plan and contracts for all projects.
• Request, coordinate and follow-up on budget evaluation requests from Production Management
• Obtain deliverables checklist, ensure that they are aligned to the cash flow and insert them in the physical file to ensure timeous delivery of content
• Request and complete the Contract Request/legal instruction and submit file to Business Acquisitions
• Engage constantly with Internal and External business partners to achieve business objectives
• Respond timeously to complaints.
• Liaise with scheduling, finance, marketing, on-air, sales and marketing and legal departments to communicate information on new properties
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programming strategic objectives are met or any other reasonable instruction given by the SABC Representative
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Media related qualification
- Computer literacy
- Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
- Meticulous Attention to detail
- Good interpersonal- and Communication skills
- Must be able to prioritize
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMMING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022327
SCALE CODE: 900
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To assist the programme manager with the development, implementation, monitoring and review of the programming strategy that is aligned to the overall Channel strategy. A specific focus area of the Programming Unit in the Channel includes the acquisition of high quality, international and local content, against available budget delivery on the public mandate; content that appeals to audience and generates healthy revenues.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Assist in developing, managing and implementing a strategic plan for the acquisition of local and international programmes
- Assist in implementing Programming strategy in line with Television channel strategy and goals
- Assist the Programme Manager in conducting continuous reviews of products, markets and revenue in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure a competitive edge
• Oversee administration of the Programming unit to ensure smooth running of the unit
• Assist the programme manager with the editorial management of content for channel through conducting periodical editorial sessions with content providers ensuring timeous and appropriate documentation of all agreements, instructions, specifications and recommendations to ensure optimal alignment with channel programme strategy
• Track and manage the progress and status of properties on a weekly basis to ensure timeous delivery of content as dictated by the schedule
• Prepare monthly reports consisting of programme performance reports detailing, progress reports on operational matters, progress of programme development, innovation and new developments
• Attend pitching, review sessions and content workshops with service providers when the Programme Manager is not available
• Assist with development of programme specifications and concepts detailing editorial quality and innovation guidelines
• Assist with the development and writing of briefs for commissioned content
• Assist the Programme Manager with ad hoc initiatives and other requirements
• Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance 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
• Implement Risk Management Plan in line with Organizational risk Framework.
• Implement internal risk audits identified
• Assist in compiling a content needs analysis document for both local and international content
• Monitor day-to day operational matters and workflows of projects
• In collaboration with Scheduling, ensure schedules are ready for rate card on time.
• Generate mandates for content being required by the channels
• Coordinate and monitor the stages of the Business Plan value chain from review/pitch through to contracting stage
• Quality control of all documentation from review/pitch through to contracting in the value chain to eliminate mistakes and identify inefficiencies
• Request information acquired for the approved business plans templates from various stakeholders
• Co-ordinate and ensure timeous distribution and collection of the information pertaining to marketing and scheduling information, financial information, budgets and evaluation reports, sales projections, third party contact and registration details, company industry development strategy, resolutions, deliverables check list, legal and contract requests to and from the appropriate departments.
• Co-ordinate and ensure data integrity of all physical and electronic documentation related to the business plan and contracts for all projects.
• Request, coordinate and follow-up on budget evaluation requests from Production Management
• Obtain deliverables checklist, ensure that they are aligned to the cash flow and insert them in the physical file to ensure timeous delivery of content
• Request and complete the Contract Request/legal instruction and submit file to Business Acquisitions
• Engage constantly with Internal and External business partners to achieve business objectives
• Respond timeously to complaints.
• Liaise with scheduling, finance, marketing, on-air, sales and marketing and legal departments to communicate information on new properties
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programming strategic objectives are met or any other reasonable instruction given by the SABC Representative
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Media related qualification
- Computer literacy
- Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
- Meticulous Attention to detail
- Good interpersonal- and Communication skills
- Must be able to prioritize
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: ASSISTANT COMMISSIONING EDITOR RELIGION
DIVISION: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT
REPORT LINE: COMMISSIONING EDITOR
POSITION ID: 60022309
SCALE CODE: 900
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Assistant Commissioning Editor: Religion Internship.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to the Video Entertainment department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma or Degree in Media Studies/ Film and Television/ Broadcasting or related field and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree (NQF 6/7) in Media studies / Film and Television/ Broadcasting or related discipline
Position: Internship Drama Internship
Report Line: Head of Drama
Division: Video Entertainment
Position ID: 60022192
Region: Gauteng
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for a Drama Internship.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to the Video Entertainment department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma or Degree in Drama and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree (NQF 6/7) in Drama/ Media studies / Film and Television or related discipline
POSITION: INTERNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR: OPERATIONS (SPORT)
DIVISION: GROUP SERVICES (SPORT)
REPORT LINE: MANAGER: SPORT OPERATIONS
SCALE CODE: N/A
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITIO
To ensure that all administrative duties for pre-production, production and post production are executed in an effective manner according to the needs and requirements of the Business Unit.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensuring that all budgets are done for the upcoming sporting events (e.g. Soccer; cricket; Athletics; Info Hub etc.)
- Project management of each event in their respective portfolios.
- Travel bookings for all the events mentioned above are correctly completed.
- Follow up by notifying the crew
- All relevant accreditations are done for production crew on site and at the venue for both local and foreign events.
- Always on standby in case of emergencies for all events under their portfolio
- Attend the venues to take note on issue that crop up on those particular events. ( take charge on behalf of SABC Sport Management at venue)
- Take care of changes done by relevant stake holders on dates of the particular events
- Attend weekly meeting on pre – production and post-production, also departmental budgetary meeting; logistical meetings
- Ensure that all production budgets have deviation reports for the reconciliation purposes.
- Pre preparations for Special events
- Play a role as an ambassador for the SABC in other countries
- Engage with Sporting federations around logistical arrangement for special events
- Ensure that there are no overspends on the production budgets by working smart with production to ensure costs efficiencies
- Assists in projections for production budgets with the production accountant once reconciliation has been performed.
- Ensure that SAP is done and approved for all workflows.
- Ensure that Advances that are taken for productions are reconciled and accountant for
- Ensure that all crew booked for production can legally work before they are booked.
- Monitor effective utilisation of operational budgets and resources
- Work in conjunction with the executive producers, and all other relevant internal stakeholders to achieve objectives in line with the Division’s operational requirements / plan.
- Communicate with external stakeholders such as government, SABC funders and sponsors.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies, procedures and relevant legislations.
- Give input to compilation of relevant SOPs and ensure adherence thereof.
- Attend all relevant meetings as and when required.
- Compile and submit monthly/quarterly reports.
- Load payments on SAP for local and foreign vendor.
- Generate on SAP for productions and manage SCM process of getting PO.
- Create and Manage Sport projects on SAP
- Give input to the monthly schedules e.g. broadcast titles, serial numbers (WBS’s), correct financial genres, number of episodes, platform, etc.
- Create and Manage budget uploads on SAP
- Receive signed and electronic copy of the budget and make sure all relevant information e.g. correct amounts budgeted, monitor correct WBS’s with correct account numbers.
- Ensure budgets are fully released by all relevant stakeholders.
REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma in Media Studies, Communications, Administration or related qualification (NQF 6)
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and/ or in a Team on Projects
- Knowledge in MS Office
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented and Team work approach
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: SCHEDULING ASSISTANT X2
DIVISION: GROUP SERVICES (SPORT)
REPORT LINE: MACRO SCHEDULER
POSITION ID: 60022333,60024977
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To ensure that an accurate and aesthetically pleasing running order schedule is created for broadcast
Key Accountabilities
• The creation of a presentation template with programme layouts, channel branding and promotional spots according to Sport requirements
• Produce an accurate, transmission-ready detailed 24-hour running-order schedule for playout by required daily deadline for channels.
• Ensuring that all changes are implemented timeously
• Importing commercial breaks, scheduling of promos and fillers at suitable times to the target audience of the channel
• Reconcile transmission schedules after broadcast
• Provide excellent client service to all relevant Stakeholders
• Generate reports and communicate to all relevant Stakeholders
• Provide necessary support to Line Management
• Adherence and compliance with the unit SOP’s
• Report on the operational risk and regulatory compliance matters
• Report on risks to protect organisational integrity, create value and prevent financial loss
• Adherent to Sport t policies and procedures
• Report on potential risk in Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Assisting on delivery of special projects
• Generate final presentation reports to relevant Internal and External Stakeholders
• Compile Ad Hoc reports
• Handover daily presentation schedules and recons for sign off
• Liaise with relevant Stakeholders
Requirements:
• National Diploma or Degree in Media related qualification
• Computer literacy
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
• Meticulous Attention to detail
• Good interpersonal- and Communication skills
• Must be able to prioritize
Job Title: Pricing Analyst
Division: Sales
Department: Commercial Intelligence & Analytics
Business Unit: Sales
Scale Code/Grade: 402 ((Peromnes 9, Paterson C3)
Position Reports to: Revenue Management Lead
Location: Head Office (Auckland Park)
Closing Date: 09 September 2026
JOB PURPOSE
The Pricing Analyst is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and optimisation of SABC’s pricing and revenue strategies across Television, Radio/Audio, and Digital platforms. The role ensures rate cards, packages, and promotional pricing are data-driven, market-relevant, and compliant with corporate and regulatory frameworks.
The incumbent gathers, analyses, and interprets commercial, audience, and sales data to produce actionable insights that guide pricing decisions. Working closely with the Senior Pricing Analyst and Revenue Management Lead, the Pricing Analyst conducts research, benchmarking, and modelling activities to evaluate pricing performance, forecast revenue outcomes, and identify opportunities for optimisation.
This role requires strong analytical ability, commercial understanding, and meticulous attention to detail. The Pricing Analyst operates at the intersection of Sales, Finance, and Strategy; ensuring pricing models and reporting frameworks are robust, transparent, and aligned with SABC’s commercial objectives and governance requirements.
The position also supports the transition towards dynamic and automated pricing environments, contributing to the continuous enhancement of SABC’s data-driven decision-making capability.
MAIN OBJECTIVES (KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS)
PRICING STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT, OPTIMISATION & IMPLEMENTATION
• Support the design, testing, and implementation of rate cards and pricing frameworks for TV, Radio, and Digital platforms.
• Conduct data validation, quality assurance, and maintenance of pricing databases.
• Apply standardised methodologies to update and publish rate cards.
• Benchmark competitor pricing structures and identify trends in market rates.
• Run basic elasticity and demand analyses using approved templates.
• Compile comparative reports showing pricing vs competitor offerings and audience reach.
• Implement approved pricing adjustments and document all updates for audit trails.
• Maintain logs of all pricing changes, exceptions, and authorisations.
• Assist with packaging and promotion design (cross-platform and bundle pricing).
• Participate in model testing for dynamic and automated pricing systems.
• Provide inputs for the development of pricing simulations and dashboards.
• Liaise with Sales Operations to ensure approved rates are correctly loaded into systems.
• Produce simple pricing insights and data summaries for internal communication.
• Identify anomalies, gaps, and data issues in rate structures.
• Ensure all pricing activities adhere to SABC governance requirements.
• Support Senior Pricing Analyst in ensuring rate cards are accurate and released on time.
• Prepare pricing and strategic reporting pertaining to pricing, yield, and relevant revenue analysis.
REVENUE FORECASTING, MODELLING & REPORTING
• Support preparation of revenue forecasts by extracting and structuring sales data.
• Build and maintain basic forecasting and variance models in Excel or Power BI.
• Conduct variance analysis comparing projected vs actual performance.
• Track revenue performance by platform, region, and product.
• Generate routine pricing and revenue dashboards for internal reporting.
• Highlight trends and provide commentary on fluctuations in sales and yield.
• Consolidate inputs from multiple sources (Finance, Sales, Audience data).
• Assist in scenario modelling to test pricing or inventory changes.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of underlying datasets used for revenue reporting.
• Participate in monthly revenue and forecasting reviews with Senior Pricing Analyst.
• Document assumptions, logic, and parameters used in all models.
• Support automation of reports and dashboards in coordination with BI teams.
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support management requests.
• Maintain repository of approved pricing data, forecasts, and historical trend files.
• Assist in data validation for executive pricing presentations.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT & COMMERCIAL PARTNERING
• Provide Sales with updated revenue reporting, rate cards, pricing tools, and reference material.
• Respond to routine pricing and rate query requests.
• Support preparation of client proposals and packages with accurate pricing data.
• Work collaboratively with Media Strategy to align pricing inputs with audience insights.
• Provide Sales Teams, Finance, and Trade Marketing with data for reports, presentations, and industry submissions.
• Attend internal meetings to provide data input on pricing and yield performance.
• Liaise with Sales Operations to ensure pricing systems reflect correct rates.
• Support internal communication of rate updates to all relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in project teams tasked with improving pricing processes and systems.
• Maintain service-oriented engagement with all business units.
• Document stakeholder feedback to identify recurring pricing issues.
• Support training sessions or briefings delivered by Senior Pricing Analysts.
• Contribute to development of pricing FAQs and policy guides.
• Maintain awareness of client and market sensitivities when handling pricing data.
• Build relationships with peers in Sales and Analytics to ensure aligned data flows.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
• Maintain high levels of security and confidentiality over commercially sensitive information, intelligence, strategies, and plans.
• Ensure awareness of operational risks and compliance requirements.
• Adhere to internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures.
• Comply with OHS Act requirements.
• Follow strategies and business plans aligned with commercial/Sales guidelines, policies, and SOPs.
• Assist with audit findings where applicable.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
• Participate in ongoing training and development in analytics, pricing, and BI tools.
• Learn from and support Senior Pricing Analyst on complex modelling tasks.
• Build technical expertise in Power BI, Tableau, and Excel automation.
• Stay informed of pricing trends, tools, and innovations in the media industry.
• Develop proficiency in revenue forecasting and pricing elasticity analysis.
• Participate in workshops, forums, or courses relevant to pricing and revenue.
• Contribute ideas to improve accuracy and efficiency of pricing processes.
• Document learnings and share knowledge within the team.
• Demonstrate consistent improvement in data accuracy, turnaround, and insight quality.
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Certification or short courses in pricing, analytics, or BI tools advantageous.
• Training in Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or SQL desirable.
EXPERIENCE
• 3–4 years’ experience in pricing, data analysis, or revenue management.
• Exposure to pricing model execution and rate card management.
• Experience in analytics or forecasting within sales, finance, or media sectors advantageous.
• Competence in Excel modelling and data visualisation tools.
• Strong data integrity and accuracy record.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration (Sales, Finance, Sales Operations, Platforms VE, Radio, Digital).
KNOWLEDGE
• Commercial and business intelligence/analysis.
• Basic pricing theory, elasticity, and revenue modelling.
• Data analytics, dashboarding, and reporting methodologies.
• Understanding of sales processes and rate card structures.
• Business acumen and familiarity with media industry trends.
• Governance and compliance requirements under PFMA.
• Forecasting principles and data validation processes.
• Familiarity with Power BI or Tableau reporting environments.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: MARKETING ASSISTANT: LOTUS FM
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022272
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To assist the Marketing Manager in all marketing-related matters about the station and product, on- and off- air, in the quest to improve brand visibility, awareness and loyalty, and to assist marketing personnel in carrying out marketing, promotional and CSI campaigns. To provide effective and efficient quality logistical, support, and administration services to the marketing office
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support during organization events/campaigns for the station.
- Branding of all events and outside broadcasts to ensure maximum exposure informed by a branding plan.
- Identify and ensure participation in key events/campaigns that are in line with the station’s target market to maximize awareness and grow listenership.
- Execute the implementation plan to improve the image and positioning of the brand.
- Coordinate with suppliers and ensure that all brand material is delivered and available at events.
- Coordinate and conceptualize the procurement of promotional materials for the stations.
- Drafting of business plan for events and campaigns.
- Conceptualize innovative and impactful activations and competition mechanics.
- Prepare digital briefs for digital assets for all campaigns.
- Coordinate the implementation of promotions and briefings on air.
- Create briefs for programming to ensure that all marketing campaigns and on-air promotions are effectively implemented on air and on the ground.
- Coordinate the procurement and delivery of the prizes to the station.
- Co-ordinate on-air promotions to ensure that winners are notified, and prizes dispatched, and do follow-up.
- Possess strong copywriting capabilities.
- Identify opportunities that can be used to promote and / exploit the brand.
- Collate information, targets, and brand marketing reviews.
- Prepare the presentation for stakeholders.
- Communicate with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure effective relationship management.
- Consult and provide feedback on the status of on-air promotions and marketing activities.
- Communicate brand activities to the media and public to maximize brand awareness.
- Collate and draft business plan/ trade exchange for events and campaigns.
- Drafting of weekly/ monthly reports and post-campaign analysis
- Manage the general marketing office admin tasks to ensure efficiency.
- Document and co-ordinate promotional materials for the station.
- Make follow-up on invoices and payments.
- Ensure compliance with SABC policies and procedures:
- Procurement
- PFMA
- Internal Standard Operating Procedure.
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communication, or related disciplines (NQF Level 6)
- Stay abreast of industry trends.
- Understanding of the marketing environment
- Basic understanding of the radio industry
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Package and SAP)
- Project management
- Planning and organising
- Communication (spoken and written)
- Interpersonal skill
Internship
Position Title : Sales Coordinator: Sports and News
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022232
Reporting Line : Head of Sales: Sport and News
Division : Sales Division
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
To assist the Head of Sales with all office administration and secretarial duties.
Key Accountabilities:
- Maintain an effective, professional interface with all
- stakeholders.
- Build and maintain a network internally and externally
- To ensure prompt and efficient service delivery.
- Effective processing of all internal/external mails (hard copy and electronic).
- Accurately arrange meetings for the Head of Sales
- Ensure timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation.
- Effective management of the office environment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Implement and effectively manage the filing system to ensure accurate and quick retrieval of documentation.
- Accurate and timeous preparation of agendas, minutes, documentation and reports (office management).
- Effective and timeous planning and organising of functions/events (e.g. meetings, workshops, team buildings, etc.)
- Travel arrangements for Head of Sales (including SAP flights, accommodation, car hire, travel claims, etc.) (office management). Order office stationery and refreshments on SAP for Head of Sales.
- Manage own time as well as the diaries and time of the Head of Sales.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or in Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, or other related fields
- Advanced computer literacy (MS Office including PowerPoint, Excel & Outlook)
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office, SAP, etc)
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and telephone skills
- Able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders on all levels
- Good organisational skills and competent management of office and diary
- Thorough knowledge of office administration
- Typing/proof reading skills with attention to detail
- Above average initiative
- Ability to work under pressure and irregular hours when required
Internship
Position Title : Production Administration Assistant: Creative Hub x1
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022229
Reporting Line : Production Administrator
Division : Sales Division
Main purpose of the position:
To provide business administrative and office support to the PRODUCTION Business Unit and payment of suppliers on SAP, assist with quotations, administration and billing of all productions.
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist and resolve customer queries within 24 hours.
- Build and maintain a network internally and externally to ensure prompt and efficient delivery.
- Answer telephone calls and assist clients.
- Respond to emails and other forms of correspondence.
- Assist and resolve customer queries within 24 hours.
- Build and maintain a network internally and externally to ensure prompt and efficient delivery.
- Answer telephone calls and assist clients.
- Respond to emails and other forms of correspondence.
- Creating of Freelance Contracts on SAP and process payments.
- Accurate and timeous preparation of all financial statements and monthly reports.
- Provide feedback to the Line Manager every week.
- Provide monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports to the Line Manager.
- Consolidate and update freelance payment list
- Book travel arrangements including flights, accommodation, and car hire, etc. on SAP and planning of itinerary.
- Filing, Scanning & E-mail.
- Ordering of stationery and refreshments as well as liaising with procurement with regard to vendors.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or in Media Studies, Business Management or relevant qualification
- Numerical and administrative skills.
- PFMA and relevant National Treasury regulations.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the advertising industry, trends and developments, and SABC brands.
- Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
- Knowledge of the ASA Code of Advertising Practice.
- Good time Management and planning skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Position Title : Deal Administration Executive X 2
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022230,60022231
Reporting Line : Manager: Projects and Implementation
Division : Sales Division
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
To support the Sales Division by coordinating the full lifecycle of commercial and sponsorship deals, ensuring accurate system loading, compliant documentation, and value-added insights. The role provides commercial, analytical, and operational support to Sales by validating deal inputs, maintaining deal structures in the advertising management system, tracking performance, and ensuring seamless and compliant implementation of approved deals.
Key Accountabilities:
- Support the Manager: Projects & Implementation in improving deal processes, templates, and workflows.
- Provide insights into deal trends, deal negotiations, and performance patterns to support strategy development.
- Contribute to enhancements in deal frameworks, pricing structures, and approval processes.
- Capture deal details accurately in the advertising management system.
- Maintain sponsorship deal elements, pricing grids, rate structures, and relevant commercial parameters in the advertising management system.
- Validate deal documentation for completeness, correctness, and alignment to policies and SOPs.
- Provide support to Sales on deal processes and system navigation related to deal management.
- Train Sales teams on deal-related processes, templates, approval matrices, and best practices.
- Maintain and update the centralised deal register, ensuring full traceability, documentation, and audit readiness.
- Prepare monthly deal performance updates, including spend tracking, variance analysis, risk identification, and corrective action recommendations.
- Assist Sales with data summaries or historical spend analysis for deal negotiation preparation.
- Maintain a schedule of quarterly deal reviews and annual client negotiation cycles, ensuring timely reminders to Sales.
- Prepare comprehensive review and negotiation packs that include, e.g. spend-to-date against commitments, historical spend trends, performance variances, deal utilisation insights, and proposed incentive structures based on historical behaviour and policy guidelines.
- Support cross-functional project initiatives related to deal execution, system improvements, and client delivery requirements.
- Ensure accurate documentation, storage, and version control of deals.
- Take responsibility for continuously developing knowledge of deal structures, relevant policies, SOPs, and system functionality.
- Support the division by taking on reasonable additional tasks aligned to the purpose of the role and operational requirements as directed by the line manager.
- Adapt to evolving business needs by participating in cross-functional projects, process enhancements, and system upgrades.
- Share knowledge and assist team members when required to ensure a high-performing support environment
- Verify revenue and spend amounts against reporting systems to ensure accuracy.
- Identify revenue risks such as under-delivery, misaligned discounts, incorrect capture, or expired approval conditions.
- Flag and escalate deal deviations, anomalies, or potential revenue leakage.
- Provide monthly reporting on deal performance, revenue achievement, and exception analysis.
- Ensure all deals comply with SABC regulations, policies, SOPs, and SLAs.
- Highlight any non-compliance to the Projects & Implementation Manager.
- Work with Legal Services to finalise deal-related agreements and ensure accuracy of contract documentation.
- Prepare documentation and provide evidence for internal and external audits.
- Identify and recommend enhancements to policies, internal controls, and governance frameworks related to deal management.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on deal-related matters.
- Communicate deal status, required documentation, timelines, and approval progress to relevant stakeholders.
- Provide excellent internal service through timely support, accurate information, and proactive updates.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or in IT, Media Studies, Business Management or relevant qualification
- Numerical and administrative skills.
- PFMA and relevant National Treasury regulations.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of the advertising industry, trends and developments, and SABC brands.
- Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
- Good time Management and planning skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Position: Technician Internship (Western Cape)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Region: Western Cape
Position ID: 60022194
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for one Technical Graduate to join our Technology RRTO team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose:
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide 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. The successful interns will be placed in different provinces as indicated above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with asset management tracking and transfers.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
- Adhere to service delivery standards of the Division.
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports with findings and repairs.
- Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA percentage
- Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of ‘on air’ systems)
- Effective technical support to users in order to reduce downtime.
- Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure no technical on-air faults.
- Ensure functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
- Follow up reported faults.
- Daily/ Monthly proactive system health checks against checklist & replacement of faulty components
- Report and escalate risks
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3-year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Systems/ Technology/ Electronics) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
- Driver’s License advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Administrator: Security Services - (INTERNSHIP)
Reports to: Head: Security Services
Division: Legal, Governance and Regulatory
Position ID: 60022307
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is the pulse of the nation’s entertainment, news and information. As we continue to evolve and expand our footprint, we are committed to developing young talent and providing meaningful opportunities for growth and professional development.
We are seeking driven, enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team as Administrator: Security Services Interns. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are eager to gain practical workplace experience, develop their administrative skills and contribute to the effective delivery of security services within the SABC.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This internship opportunity is designed for recent graduates or early-career professionals (up to 1 year of experience) Liaise with internal business units and external service providers in order to ensure compliance with NKP ACT.102 of 1980 and optimal protection and security of SABC assets and people
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing administrative support to the unit i.e organize, plan and co-ordinate all work related activities.
- Support business by referring enquiries to the relevant team members
- Provide a secretarial function for unit meetings
- Implement, administer and maintain a filing system within the department in order to ensure the accurate filing and retrieving of documentation
- Ensure adherence to Legal Services policies and SOP’s.
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders professionally
- Build and maintain an effective and professional relationship with all stakeholders
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS:
- National Diploma in Legal / Contracts Management/ Administration and /or relevant qualification. NQF 6
- Security Grades A ; NKP Certificate an advantage.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Understanding of the different role players within the Security Sector
- Understanding of applicable legislative and regulations
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of what is expected in the Security field
- Good knowledge of the relevant systems.
- NKP Compliance aligned to OHS standards
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position Title : Sales Coordinator: Office of CCO
,Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60023379
Reporting Line : Chief Commercial Officer
Division : Sales Division
Main purpose of the position:
To assist the Head of Sales with all office administration and secretarial duties.
Key Accountabilities:
- Maintain an effective, professional interface with all
- stakeholders.
- Build and maintain a network internally and externally
- To ensure prompt and efficient service delivery.
Work closely with the Executive Assistant to:
- Effective processing of all internal/external mails (hard copy and electronic).
- Accurately arrange meetings for the Head of Sales
- Ensure timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation.
- Effective management of the office environment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Implement and effectively manage the filing system to ensure accurate and quick retrieval of documentation.
- Accurate and timeous preparation of agendas, minutes, documentation and reports (office management).
- Effective and timeous planning and organising of functions/events (e.g. meetings, workshops, team buildings, etc.)
- Travel arrangements for Head of Sales (including SAP flights, accommodation, car hire, travel claims, etc.) (office management). Order office stationery and refreshments on SAP for Head of Sales.
- Manage own time as well as the diaries and time of the CCO
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or in Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, or other related fields
- Advanced computer literacy (MS Office including PowerPoint, Excel & Outlook)
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office, SAP, etc)
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and telephone skills
- Able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders on all levels
- Good organisational skills and competent management of office and diary
- Thorough knowledge of office administration
- Typing/proof reading skills with attention to detail
- Above average initiative
- Ability to work under pressure and irregular hours when required
Position: Technician Internship (Eastern Cape)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Region: Eastern Cape
Position ID: 60022196
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for one Technical Graduate to join our Technology RRTO team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose:
The purpose of this 12 months Internship programme is to provide 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. The successful interns will be placed in different provinces as indicated above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with asset management tracking and transfers.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
- Adhere to service delivery standards of the Division.
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports with findings and repairs.
- Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA percentage
- Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of ‘on air’ systems)
- Effective technical support to users in order to reduce downtime.
- Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure no technical on-air faults.
- Ensure functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
- Follow up reported faults.
- Daily/ Monthly proactive system health checks against checklist & replacement of faulty components
- Report and escalate risks
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3-year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Systems/ Technology/ Electronics) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
- Driver’s License advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Position: Administrator
Report Line: Head: Strategy, Governance, and Regions
Division: COO
Position ID: 60023391
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for Graduates to join our Operations team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide Graduates with an opportunity to work with our clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide administrative support to the department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives.
About the Team
Strategy, Governance, and Regions team is responsible ensuring the development and provision of strategic oversight and alignment for all the Operations Cluster Divisions, including the Regions. Also to ensure organisational objectives are cascaded, integrated, and executed across all the Operations Cluster Divisions.
Responsibilities:
- Providing administrative support to the unit i.e organize, plan and co-ordinate all work related activities.
- Assist the unit in managing the in- and outflow of reports i.e. monthly report, intervention reports etc.to maintain acceptable turnaround times
- Collect the inputs from team members, consolidate and compile monthly reports, quarterly reports or any other reports required from the team
- Support business by referring enquiries to the relevant team members
- Provide a secretarial function for unit meetings
- Implement, administer and maintain a filing system within the department in order to ensure the accurate filing and retrieving of documentation.
- Co-ordinate and Organize workshops/meetings
- Co-ordinate and arrange travel logistics for the unit
- Manage stationary and office supplies
- Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation
- Effective management of the office environment to ensure that everything is in working order
INHERENT/MI NIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in administration, Business , Project Management relevant (NQF 6/7)
KNOWLEDGE
- Able to handle confidential information
- Proactive person with above average initiative
- Professional telephone manner
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels
- Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, SAP, E-mail & Internet) with above average competence in presentation software (MS PowerPoint)
- Thorough knowledge of office administration
- High level planning and organising skills
- Detail orientated with strong focus on accuracy.
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position Title : Compliance Officer x 30
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park), Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal
Position ID : 60023388, 60023389, 60023390, 60023391, 60023392, 60023393, 60023394, 60023395, 60023396, 60023397, 60023398, 60023399,60023400, 60023401, 60023402, 60023403, 60023404. 60023405,600406,600407,60023408,60023409,60023410,60023411,60023412,60023413,60023414,60023415,60023416,6002341
Division : Sales: TV Licenses
Main purpose of the position:
The TV Licence Inspector will be deployed as part of the SABC's National Compliance and Dealer Validation Programme, a structured 12-month initiative designed to rebuild the TV Licences database, enforce compliance across business, retailer and government segments, and recover an estimated R100 million in outstanding revenue.
Compliance Officers will conduct physical field visits across businesses, hospitality establishments, and retailer/dealers in their assigned province, performing real-time compliance verification, database enrichment, and point-of-sale onboarding activities. This learnership provides graduates with substantive, field-based experience in regulatory compliance, data management, enforcement, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Accountabilities:
1.1 Field Verification and Compliance Inspection
- Conduct physical inspections of businesses, hospitality establishments, eateries, pubs, and retail outlets to verify the number of television sets on premises
- Validate TV Licence status, confirming licence classification (Domestic vs Business), account currency, and data accuracy
- Identify non-compliant establishments and issue on-the-spot penalties in accordance with TV Licence Regulations and the Broadcasting Act No. 4 of 1999
- Confirm business existence and operational status, and update establishment records in real-time on the TV Licences database
- Identify and document instances of domestic licence abuse, including businesses purchasing TV sets under incorrect licence classifications
1.2 Dealer Validation and Point-of-Sale Onboarding
- Visit all retailers and dealers within assigned provinces to confirm uptake and correct configuration of the automated point-of-sale TV Licence validation system
- Conduct structured training sessions with retail staff on how to identify the correct TV Licence class for a purchaser, how to operate the automated validation tools, and the legal obligations of retailers under the Broadcasting Act
- Flag non-compliant or manually operated retailers for escalation and follow-up enforcement
- Log training records and retailer compliance status in the compliance system to maintain a live national view of retail sector readiness
1.3 Compliance Research and Survey Function
- Conduct structured surveys to investigate and document the reasons why businesses are not complying with the Broadcasting Act and TV Licence Regulations
- Identify systemic barriers to compliance, including affordability, awareness, access to registration, and administrative complexity
- Gather qualitative and quantitative data to inform future compliance strategy and communication campaigns
- Document all findings in standardised inspection reports for analysis by the TV Licences management team
1.4 Revenue and Fee Collection Support
- Identify outstanding TV Licence fees and communicate available payment mechanisms to non-compliant establishments
- Facilitate on-site registration and payment initiation where feasible
- Refer persistent non-payers to the enforcement and legal collections pipeline
- Contribute to the programme's target of R100 million in unlocked revenue through accurate field data capture and registrations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7 or above) in any of the following fields: Data Analytics, Business Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Public Administration, Law, or a related discipline
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required
- Familiarity with data capture tools, mobile applications, or CRM/database platforms is advantageous
- Willingness and ability to learn and operate the SABC's TV Licences database system and point-of-sale validation tools
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: DIGITAL ASSISTANT (RADIO STRATEGY)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MANAGER: DIGITAL MEDIA & OTT
POSITION ID: 60022102
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, Manager Digital Media & OTT and Programme Manager to, develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, in order to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
Minimum requirements:
- National Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Digital Media, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6).
- Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION: INTERN – PROGRAMMING RSG
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMME MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022101
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
The intern will gain practical experience in developing, producing and evaluating high-quality Afrikaans radio content, while learning to apply SABC editorial standards, understand RSG’s audience and brand requirements, and work collaboratively across the various functions involved in delivering a national radio service.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with initiating and preparing content briefs, programme concepts and production specifications in line with RSG’s programming strategy.
- Assist with programme creation and development, including research, scripting, story development, interviews and production.
- Prepare programme plans, promo scripts and other on-air creative content
- Conduct research to identify relevant topics, stories, genres and content that are appropriate for RSG’s Afrikaans audience.
- Assist in developing fresh, creative and audience-relevant content while maintaining RSG’s identity, values and quality standards.
- Continually monitor and evaluate programme content to ensure that it meets agreed specifications, RSG standards and audience expectations.
- Produce and record short documentaries, program inserts, music programs, sport reports, educational inserts and voice overs for daily and weekly programming
- Ensure content is produced and presented in accordance with SABC Editorial Policies, RSG programming requirements and applicable broadcasting standards.
- Apply sound editorial judgement and understand the principles of accuracy, fairness, balance, credibility and responsible broadcasting.
- Assist with quality control of language, pronunciation, factual accuracy, tone and overall content execution.
- Consider listener feedback and audience insights when developing and evaluating content.
- Understand and protect RSG’s brand identity and ensure that content contributes to the station’s positioning as a trusted Afrikaans content hub.
- Assist in identifying opportunities to extend radio content onto RSG’s website, social media and other digital platforms.
- Work collaboratively with presenters, producers, technical teams, marketing, digital and other relevant stakeholders in gathering, developing and presenting information.
- Provide regular feedback to the Programme Manager/Senior Producer on content development, production progress and potential challenges.
- Provide feedback to management on project and programme status and assist with tracking deadlines and deliverables.
- Participate in programme meetings, editorial discussions, brainstorming sessions, outside broadcasts, station projects and audience engagement initiatives where applicable.
- Develop professional skills in communication, teamwork, time management, problem-solving, creativity and working within a fast-paced broadcasting environment.
INHERENT/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree in Media studies, Journalism, Communications or relevant qualification (NQF 6).
- Knowledge and understanding of language of the station (Afrikaans home language).
- Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape.
- Understanding of applicable legislative and media laws.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: DIGITAL ASSISTANT: METRO FM
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022103
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, and Programme Manager to, develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, in order to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
Minimum requirements:
- Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
- Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
- Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language
Position: Technical Operator: Mpumalanga (INTERNSHIP)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Operations
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Mpumalanga
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for one Sound Engineering Graduate to join our Technology RRTO team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment. The successful intern will be placed in different provinces as indicated above.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Execute operational production requirements.
- Assist in operating facility equipment.
- Mic placements as per SOP.
- Assist to record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams.
- Assist in recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards.
- Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards.
- Assist in monitoring for schedule changes as per customer request.
- Assist in monitorig sound/video quality to broadcast standards.
- Record distributions in line with archiving best practice.
- Setup mix-minus.
- Operating digital playout systems.
- Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary).
- On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
- Report and escalate risk findings.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant Qualification.
- Advantage: Sound Engineering Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6).
- Driver’s License will be advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
DIVISION: News and Current Affairs
POSITION: Internship Multimedia Editor (English, Johannesburg) x 2
DURATION: 12 Months Internship Programme
POSITION ID: 6003418; 6003419
REPORTING LINE: Duty Editor: Digital News
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To produce and deliver high quality digital content that informs, educates and entertains, and are in-line with the News Division strategy and Public Broadcast Mandate requirements.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Identify multimedia content to support SABC news website.
- Sourcing video material from other SABC platforms for use digital media sites
- Attend daily production meetings
- Design, production, publication and promotion of multimedia packages and multimedia elements for digital media platforms.
- Design and production of multimedia elements for digital media platforms
- Designing graphics digital media platforms
- Identifying and editing videos for digital platforms.
- Web-streaming of live events
- Promoting and moderating comments during the live stream.
- Web publishing of audio and video content
- Ability to use digital software including Quantel, Adobe Suite, Reuters etc.
- Ensure adherence to SOPs and style guides
- Work closely with video editors to ensure the multimedia material edited to ensure it meets Digital News standards.
- Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies and regulatory and policy provisions.
- Adhere to all SABC News quality and production standards.
- Keep abreast of latest multimedia technology
- Liaising with internal stakeholders in relation to digital productions
- Establish and maintain news networks and contacts
- Form and maintain good relations with newsmakers.
- Consult and engage on stories daily and in advance of known news events, including briefing and debriefing sessions.
- Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with executive producer and team members
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Communication Journalism or related discipline.
- Excellent Understanding of the broadcast and online news environments
- Understanding of regulations and legislation impacting broadcasting.
- Knowledge and understanding of TV News and/or Current Affairs production processes.
- Ability to write and compile multimedia content and produce online reports within set deadlines
- News Judgment with writing and copy-editing skills
- Knowledge of the relevant systems and broadcasting operations.
Position: IT Audit Intern
Report Line: Senior Specialist: IT Audit
Division: Group Internal Audit
Position ID: 60022302
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for Graduates to join our Group Internal Audit team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide Graduates with an opportunity to work with our clients and teams to address key business problems. With your education you will be afforded the opportunity to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to the IT Audit Department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives.
About the Team
The IT Audit Team provide support to management in managing a portfolio of information systems audits in an effective and efficient manner with the allocated resources in accordance with related standards and regulation.
Responsibilities:
- Plan scope, objectives and identify benchmarks to be utilised.
- Assess the business and fraud risks.
- Compile the project audit plan.
- Conduct a walk through process with relevant role players.
- Executes tests inclusive of policies, procedure, standards and specifications in accordance with best practices.
- Execute audits through to ensure adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls Develop audit test to safeguard assets.
- Initiate audits order to according business requirements and approved annual audit plan.
- Prepare audits reports inclusive of, audit findings, business risks and recommendations for review by Specialist.
- Ensure audit reports are accepted and recommendations are implemented within the specified reasonable time.
- Communicate audit results to all stakeholders.
- Submit the audit report for reviewing, issuing and archiving.
- Conduct audits within the stipulated time, scope and budget.
- Conduct continuous monitoring using CAAT’s.
- Plan and execute data analysis using ACL tool
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
BCOM, Auditing, Computer Science or Information Systems/Informatics (NQF7).
KNOWLEDGE
- knowledge of informatics audits
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact and manage different stakeholders at different levels
- Understanding of information management systems
- Stay up to date with current auditing requirements
Position: Corporate Affairs and Marketing Intern X3
Report Line: Group Executive : Corporate Affairs and Marketing
Division: Corporate Affairs and Marketing
Position ID: 60022334,60022335,60022336
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for Graduates to join our Corporate Affairs and Marketing team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide Graduates with an opportunity to work with our clients and teams to address key business problems. With your education you will be afforded the opportunity to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to the Corporate Affairs and Marketing Division to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives.
About the Team
The Corporate Affairs and Marketing Team drive awareness, acquisition, and retention thorough the launch of multifunctional go-to brand marketing strategies for promotion of the brand/business within the respective markets. Provide an effective and efficient support service to the Foundation Department, the Division as well as to external stakeholders and customers in compliance with standard operating procedures, policies and legislation
Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of the Internal Communications strategy.
- Implement the Internal Communications operational plan.
- Provide support and input in the development and implementation of business units’ internal strategies.
- Ensures that all events are well co-ordinated and managed.
- Ensures that there is a monitoring and evaluation system.
- Enhances SABC’s image in its various communities through Corporate Citizenship
- Ensure that SABC CSI efforts attract media attention as a unique and innovative corporate citizen
- Travel booking
- Organising Conferences
- Minute taking
- Coordinate meetings
- Accurately arrange meetings on behalf of the Head: Region
- Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation
- Effective management of the office environment to ensure that everything is in working order
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
National Diploma or Degree in Marketing /Communication/ Business Administration/Psychology or equivalent qualification (NQF6/7).
KNOWLEDGE
- Excellent writing skills
- Internal Comms software e.g yammer
- PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
- Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; and ability to expand relationships.
- Strong service-orientation, result driven and proactive.
- Excellent in both English and one other official language.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: MARKETING ASSISTANT: CHANNEL AFRICA
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022106
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To assist the Marketing Manager in all Marketing related matters pertaining to the station and product, on- and off- air, in the quest to improve brand visibility, awareness and loyalty and to assist marketing personnel in carrying out marketing, promotional and CSI campaigns. To provide effective and efficient quality logistical, support, administration services to the marketing office
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support during organization events/campaigns for the station.
- Branding of all events and outside broadcasts to ensure maximum exposure informed by a branding plan.
- Identify and ensure participation in key events/campaigns that are in line with the station’s target market to maximize awareness and grow listenership.
- Execute the implementation plan to improve the image and positioning of the brand.
- Coordinate with suppliers and ensure that all brand material is delivered and available at events.
- Coordinate and conceptualize the procurement of promotional materials for the stations.
- Drafting of business plan for events and campaigns.
- Conceptualize innovative and impactful activations and competition mechanics.
- Prepare digital brief for digital assets for all campaigns.
- Coordinate the implementation of promotions and briefings on air.
- Create briefs to programming to ensure that all marketing campaigns and on air promotions are effectively implemented on air and on the ground.
- Coordinate the procurement and delivery of the prizes to the station.
- Co- ordinate on air promotions ensure that winners are notified, and prizes dispatched and do follow-up.
- Possess strong copyrighting capabilities.
- Identifying opportunities that can be used to promote and / exploit the brand.
- Collate information, targets and brand marketing reviews.
- Prepare the presentation for stakeholder.
- Communicate with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure effective relationship management.
- Consult and provide feedback on the status project of on-air promotions and marketing activities.
- Communicate brand activities to the media and public to maximize brand awareness.
- Collate and drafting of business plan/ trade exchange for events and campaigns.
- Drafting of weekly/ monthly reports and post campaign analysis
- Manage the general marketing office admin tasks to ensure efficiency.
- Document and co-ordinate promotional materials for the station.
- Make follow up on invoice and payments.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures:
- Procurement
- PFMA
- Internal Standard Operating procedure.
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Media Studies, Communication, or relevant disciplines (NQF Level 6)
- Stay abreast of industry trends.
- Understanding of Marketing environment
- Basic understanding of radio industry
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Package and SAP)
- Project management
- Planning and organising
- Communication (spoken and written)
- Interpersonal skills
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: MARKETING ASSISTANT: TRU FM (EASTERN CAPE)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022112
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To assist the Marketing Manager in all Marketing related matters pertaining to the station and product, on- and off- air, in the quest to improve brand visibility, awareness and loyalty and to assist marketing personnel in carrying out marketing, promotional and CSI campaigns. To provide effective and efficient quality logistical, support, administration services to the marketing office
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support during organization events/campaigns for the station.
- Branding of all events and outside broadcasts to ensure maximum exposure informed by a branding plan.
- Identify and ensure participation in key events/campaigns that are in line with the station’s target market to maximize awareness and grow listenership.
- Execute the implementation plan to improve the image and positioning of the brand.
- Coordinate with suppliers and ensure that all brand material is delivered and available at events.
- Coordinate and conceptualize the procurement of promotional materials for the stations.
- Drafting of business plan for events and campaigns.
- Conceptualize innovative and impactful activations and competition mechanics.
- Prepare digital brief for digital assets for all campaigns.
- Coordinate the implementation of promotions and briefings on air.
- Create briefs to programming to ensure that all marketing campaigns and on air promotions are effectively implemented on air and on the ground.
- Coordinate the procurement and delivery of the prizes to the station.
- Co- ordinate on air promotions ensure that winners are notified, and prizes dispatched and do follow-up.
- Possess strong copyrighting capabilities.
- Identifying opportunities that can be used to promote and / exploit the brand.
- Collate information, targets and brand marketing reviews.
- Prepare the presentation for stakeholder.
- Communicate with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure effective relationship management.
- Consult and provide feedback on the status project of on-air promotions and marketing activities.
- Communicate brand activities to the media and public to maximize brand awareness.
- Collate and drafting of business plan/ trade exchange for events and campaigns.
- Drafting of weekly/ monthly reports and post campaign analysis
- Manage the general marketing office admin tasks to ensure efficiency.
- Document and co-ordinate promotional materials for the station.
- Make follow up on invoice and payments.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures:
- Procurement
- PFMA
- Internal Standard Operating procedure.
Minimum requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Media Studies, Communication, or relevant disciplines (NQF Level 6)
- Stay abreast of industry trends.
- Understanding of Marketing environment
- Basic understanding of radio industry
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Package and SAP)
- Project management
- Planning and organising
- Communication (spoken and written)
- Interpersonal skills
POSITION: DIGITAL ASSISTANT: 5FM (INTERNSHIP)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022104
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, and Programme Manager to, develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, in order to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
- Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
- Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION: PRODUCER: PROGRAMMING (LIGWALAGWALA FM)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMME MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022287
SCALE CODE: 900
Main purpose of position
To plan, manage and co-ordinate the technical and production requirements of high-quality programmes that informs, educate and entertain audiences in-line with the station mandate and the South African Broadcasting Corporation mandate as envisaged by the broadcasting act.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To initiate and prepare content brief and specifications.
- Program creation and development – research/script development and production.
- Program briefs with Presenters.
- Conduct and utilize the necessary research to conceptualize and define genre’s
- Continually monitor and evaluate content to ensure they are aligned to specifications.
- Provide feedback to Program Manager / Senior Producer – Continuity on content status.
- Ensure that content is conducted in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards.
- Exercise editorial independence during the production of programs.
- Feedback to management on project status.
- Involve all stakeholders in gathering and presentation of information.
INHERENT/ MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree in Media studies, Journalism, Communications or relevant qualification (NQF 6)
- Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape
- Understanding of applicable legislative and media laws.
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION: DIGITAL ASSISTANT IKWEKWEZI FM (INTERNSHIP)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
SAP POSITION ID: 60022117
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, and Programme Manager to, develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, in order to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
- Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
- Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language
Position: Assistant Accountant Intern
Report Line: Finance Manager: Platforms
Division: Group Finance
Position ID: 60023399
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Accounting/Financial Management Graduate to join our Finance: Platforms Team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to the Finance department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma or BCom Degree in Accounting/Financial Management and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree in Accounting /Financial Management or related discipline (NQF 6/7).
KNOWLEDGE
- To keep abreast of changes in the marketplace in order to ensure that the SABC keeps up to date with the latest financial developments.
- Keeping up to date with relevant accounting changes.
- Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- PFMA
- IFRS knowledge
- Advanced Excel
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff, management, external parties
- Self-Starter
- Must pay attention to detail
- Must have an analytical mind
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position: Airwave Travel Intern
Report Line: Manager Commodity
Division: Supply Chain Management
Position ID : 60022337
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for a Travel and Tourism Graduate to join our Airwave Travel team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal and external clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to Airwave Travel department and to ensure successful implementation of Travel plans. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their Travel and Tourism National Diploma, who are looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
About the Team
The Airwave Travel Team is responsible for the Procurement of local and international travel according to client’s needs and requirements to enable staff to perform their core functions both nationally and globally.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Conduct hotel site inspections, evaluate them accordingly and categorise them according to their standards.
- Recommend the most economic option to the client before making final bookings.
- Once trip or request is confirmed, open a file and attach all relevant documentation for record keeping.
- Get authorisation/SAP approval for all travel arrangements from client’s Divisions
- Book flights (local, national and international), accommodation and car hire as per client’s request.
- Process all aspects of travel on the reservation on system.
- On receipt of approved SAP, to issue all the relevant travel documents, e.g. flight ticket, accommodation voucher, transfers, insurance, etc.
- Offer client best possible rates.
- Confirm all travel arrangement in writing prior to the client’s travel.
- Advise on visas to ensure compliance with customs requirements for international travel.
- Maintain good admin process e.g. Filing, faxing, photocopying and telephone answering.
- Process excess baggage.
- Book conferences, workshops and events.
- Advise on Health requirement.
- Take responsibility for brochures ordering, info sheet etc.
- Do urgent bookings and manage after hour/emergency phone
- Ensure handover of travel documents to clients on time.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National diploma in Travel and Tourism Management or relevant qualification (NQF 6).
KNOWLEDGE
- Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Point to Point booking knowledge International
- International travel
- Fares Rules
- Point to Point Internal International Connections (Sectors)
- Knowledge of travel industry jargon
Position: Internship: Occupational Health and Safety Officer x1
Position ID: 60023392
Report Line: OHS Manager
Division: Finance - Real Estate and Logistics
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. We have a portfolio of properties across of 9 provinces to support broadcasting. The Real Estate and Logistics department is responsible for the management and maintenance of all SABC Facilities.
The SABC is continuously looking for highly talented young people to join the organisation and has decided to offer an opportunity to young people wanting to pursue an internship programme.
PURPOSE
This is an opportunity to be part of an internship programme. The programme is aimed at providing an opportunity to unemployed youth. The one-year Training Programme will allow candidates to gain theoretical and practical on-the-job training.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• National diploma in Safety Management ( NQF level 6)
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office knowledge)
• Communication skills (Verbal and Written)
ATTRIBUTES
• Must be self-disciplined
• Must be motivated and highly driven
• Must be emotionally resilient
• Must be safety conscious
• Must be responsible and committed
• Teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure
Position: Intern Credit Controller
Report Line: Management Accountant
Division: Group Finance
Position IDs: 60023398
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Accounting/Financial Management/ Credit Management Graduate to join our Finance Accounts Receivable Team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to the Finance department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma or BCom Degree in Accounting/Financial Management/ Credit Management and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree in Accounting /Financial Management/ Credit Management or related discipline (NQF 6/7).
KNOWLEDGE
- To keep abreast of changes in the marketplace in order to ensure that the SABC keeps up to date with the latest financial developments.
- Keeping up to date with relevant accounting changes.
- Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- PFMA
- IFRS knowledge
- Advanced Excel
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff, management, external parties
- Self-Starter
- Must pay attention to detail
- Must have an analytical mind
Position: Financial Coordinator: Vendors Intern
Report Line: Manager: Financial Shared Services Centre
Division: Group Finance
Position ID: 60023397
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information for Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Accounting/Financial Management Graduate to join our Financial Shared Services Centre Team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to the Finance department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or programmes that meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma or BCom Degree in Accounting/Financial Management and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma/Degree in Accounting /Financial Management or related discipline (NQF 6/7).
KNOWLEDGE
- To keep abreast of changes in the marketplace in order to ensure that the SABC keeps up to date with the latest financial developments.
- Keeping up to date with relevant accounting changes.
- Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- PFMA
- IFRS knowledge
- Advanced Excel
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff, management, external parties
- Self-Starter
- Must pay attention to detail
- Must have an analytical mind
INTERNSHIP
Audio Visual Imaging Producer: Lesedi FM (Bloemfontein)
Reporting line : Programmes Manager
Division : PBS Radio
Position ID : 60022109
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITIION
To conceptualize, produce and deliver high-quality Seasonal, Generic, Programme Specific and Campaign Specific multi-platform Imaging Material & Promos in line with the station’s sound and feel, programme briefs, campaign briefs and programming & marketing strategies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conceptualize, script, and produce cutting edge, high quality, generic, seasonal and thematic Station Imaging (jingles, promos, and one-liners)
- Prepare/compile briefs for station’s brand and imaging campaigns.
- Identify relevant voices in order to produce unique and up-to-date station imaging.
- Receive bookings and prepare for recordings, ensuring all equipment, facilities and resources are available for production, according to production specifications
- Assist in the planning, preparation, logistical arrangements and production of station promos
- Effective recording of productions, ensuring the optimal mix of all the sound for broadcast, recording and sound reinforcement, in order to optimally deliver on the production needs and requirements.
- Continually monitor the technical quality of recording, ensuring optimal quality of broadcast and adherence to broadcasting standards.
- Timeous and accurate administration of production procedures, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
- Effective monitoring of technical quality and reporting of faults, in order to resolve any technical problems.
- Advise and assist on appropriate aspects, limitations, alternatives and utilisation of equipment to minimise mistakes and optimise and enhance product.
- Provide advice on aspects of quality control, in order to ensure superior quality of broadcasts.
- Assess and evaluate new equipment and provide feedback on relevance and suitability.
- Effective execution of daily administrative tasks to assist with the effective functionality of the section
- Execute administrative procedures necessary for the smooth running of the business unit.
- Ensure timeous studio bookings to ensure delivery of promo materials according to agreed timelines
- Create and manage production schedules for recording of promos, liners and other imaging elements.
- Ensure effective informal and on-the-job training for interns and junior employees to ensure a competent staff compliment.
- Provide weekly and monthly imaging Reports, highlighting key milestones, challenges and achievements
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regularly to ensure timeous delivery of Imaging and promo materials as per brief.
- Maintain close working relationships with producers and production teams to ensure optimal delivery of generic and programme specific imaging.
- Facilitate and manage meetings with my production teams to go through creative briefs and generate creative concepts, angles and ideas for various show promos and Imaging.
- Engage with internal content contributors (News & CAFF, Sport and Commercial Enterprises) and go through various plans for the monthly content plans for imaging and promo alignment.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in sound engineering or related discipline
KNOWLEDGE
- Above average proficiency of the Sesotho and English languages (spoken and written) is essential
- Ability and willingness to work under pressure and on short notice
- Good research skills and ability to apply research information
- Knowledge of popular music, and current affairs will be an advantage
Position: Assistant Reprographic Operator Intern
Report Line: Manager: Internal Services
Division: Real Estate and Logistics
Position ID: 60023393
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Assistant Reprographic Operator Intern to join our Internal Services team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal and external clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to Internal Services department and to ensure successful implementation its objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their National Diploma / Degree in Graphic Design, Media Studies, Administration, or Printing Technology and who are looking to enhance their skills and experience in the work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Produce finished documents to specification as per customer requests
- Stock Take (monthly) and ensure adequate stock levels on all relevant items are maintained
- Timeous delivery of documents and items
- Provide scanning support
- Prioritisation of jobs at all stages in all areas of work
- Minimise Wastage
- Co-ordinate documents as per customer requests
- Quality control
- Despatch documents as required
- Limit job requirements to contract specifications
- Accurately calculation of job cards for billing purposes
- Always maintain strict confidentiality of all stakeholder documents
- Relevant admin is updated for billing purposes (internal and external)
- Stock Sheets are completed monthly
- Customer relationship building
- Team player
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- National Diploma / Degree in Graphic Design, Media Studies, Administration, or Printing Technology (NQF 6/7).
KNOWLEDGE
- Strong attention to detail
- Organisational Skills
- Familiarity with printing and copying processes
- Excellent time management skills
- Customer Service Orientated.
- Strong communication skills
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
DIVISION: SABC News and Current Affairs
POSITION: Bulletin Writer / Reader: Internship (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg)
DURATION: 12 Months Internship Program
POSITION ID: 60023417
REPORTING LINE: Bulletin Editor
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To deliver incisive Afrikaans public service Audio News Bulletins and Content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Write and read (present) Afrikaans Audio News content, as assigned.
- Write, voice, translate, cut soundbites, as well as package stories when required.
- Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time.
- Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate, balanced and fair.
- Adhere to the designated language requirements and ensure that language usage is accurate and formal.
- Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories.
- Conduct field, archival and other research, as required.
- Conduct interviews and do Q&As, when required.
- Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity and to enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media.
- Use multimedia platforms to promote Audio News content and ensure adherence to digital / online news media guidelines.
- Support team members and colleagues.
- Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
- Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, SABC News Style-Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient and fluent in Afrikaans and English (read, write, speak and translate etc)
- National diploma / degree in journalism or media studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF 6)
- Excellent news sense and attention to detail
- Exceptional writing, reading / presenting and translation skills
- Good and clear broadcast voice
- Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool
- Staying abreast of news and current affairs and other related developments
- Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends
- Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team
- Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours
- Good understanding of the news, media, broadcasting and publishing / posting environments
- Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news media and broadcasting environments
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: MARKETING ASSISTANT: SAFM
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022107
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To assist the Marketing Manager in all Marketing related matters pertaining to the station and product, on- and off- air, in the quest to improve brand visibility, awareness and loyalty and to assist marketing personnel in carrying out marketing, promotional and CSI campaigns. To provide effective and efficient quality logistical, support, administration services to the marketing office
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support during organization events/campaigns for the station.
- Branding of all events and outside broadcasts to ensure maximum exposure informed by a branding plan.
- Identify and ensure participation in key events/campaigns that are in line with the station’s target market to maximize awareness and grow listenership.
- Execute the implementation plan to improve the image and positioning of the brand.
- Coordinate with suppliers and ensure that all brand material is delivered and available at events.
- Coordinate and conceptualize the procurement of promotional materials for the stations.
- Drafting of business plan for events and campaigns.
- Conceptualize innovative and impactful activations and competition mechanics.
- Prepare digital brief for digital assets for all campaigns.
- Coordinate the implementation of promotions and briefings on air.
- Create briefs to programming to ensure that all marketing campaigns and on air promotions are effectively implemented on air and on the ground.
- Coordinate the procurement and delivery of the prizes to the station.
- Co- ordinate on air promotions ensure that winners are notified, and prizes dispatched and do follow-up.
- Possess strong copyrighting capabilities.
- Identifying opportunities that can be used to promote and / exploit the brand.
- Collate information, targets and brand marketing reviews.
- Prepare the presentation for stakeholder.
- Communicate with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure effective relationship management.
- Consult and provide feedback on the status project of on-air promotions and marketing activities.
- Communicate brand activities to the media and public to maximize brand awareness.
- Collate and drafting of business plan/ trade exchange for events and campaigns.
- Drafting of weekly/ monthly reports and post campaign analysis
- Manage the general marketing office admin tasks to ensure efficiency.
- Document and co-ordinate promotional materials for the station.
- Make follow up on invoice and payments.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures:
- Procurement
- PFMA
- Internal Standard Operating procedure.
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communication, or related disciplines (NQF Level 6)
- Stay abreast of industry trends.
- Understanding of Marketing environment
- Basic understanding of radio industry
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Package and SAP)
- Project management
- Planning and organising
- Communication (spoken and written)
- Interpersonal skills
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title : Reporter (IsiNdebele)
Provinces : Gauteng (Johannesburg)
Division : News and Currant Affairs
Position ID : 60023429
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned.
- Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
- Research, investigate and break stories.
- Give informative and well-researched input in live crossings and packaged content / stories.
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories / content.
- Set up and record interviews.
- Meet story and broadcast deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events / developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals and photographs for publication / posting, using relevant recording equipment, including smart phone.
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes of conduct, including rulings, SABC News’ editorial policy, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- NQF 6 Diploma in Journalism/Media Studies or relevant studies
- Proficiency in the advertised indigenous broadcast language and English (read, write, and speak)
- Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
Position Title : Sales Assistant: Radio x1
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022223
Reporting Line : National Sales Manager: GP
Division : Sales Division
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
To provide a support service to the Sales Segment function by working closely with the National Sales Manager, Key Account Executives and Account Executives Sales in order to assist with the maximization of revenue.
Key Accountabilities:
- Building and maintaining a network internally and externally to ensure prompt and efficient delivery.
- Answer telephone calls and assist customers.
- Direct sales leads to the appropriate member of the sales team.
- Liaise with clients – deal with client enquiries, purchase orders, SBD / Vendor forms.
- Respond to emails and other forms of correspondence.
- Follow up on material and fitting instructions
- Promote and sell products and services.
- Explain promotional offers.
- Liaise with all internal stakeholders/departments for sales and after-sales.
- Assist with Trade Marketing Initiatives when applicable.
- Update and maintain client database.
- Accurate storage and quick retrieval of information and documentation.
- Ensure all client information is correct in conjunction with the Public Sector and Business Development Sales Team.
- SAP Purchase Requisitions and Service Entry Sheets.
- Travel arrangements on SAP for all staff (Flights, accommodation, car hire)
- Ordering of stationery for the whole department via SAP.
- Handle all queries and complaints from clients and escalate.
- Answer questions about platforms and services rendered.
- Obtain and listen to audio/visuals and send to Sales Teams in relevant Provinces allocated to Public sector and Business development Sales.
- Collect data from various key internal business stakeholders and complete quarterly sales meeting data templates and presentations.
- Track sales expenses.
- Retrieve figures for sales reports input.
- Retrieval of daily and weekly tracking of bookings (Internal Sales Role).
- Management of Department’s budget i.e. moving of funds for travel, stationery and
- Refreshments.
- Liaise with procurement.
- Manage teams’ diaries.
- Prepare deals management documentation and obtain required signatures i.e., term sheets, Signiflow loading
- Arrange and organize meetings, workshops, events, conferences, etc.
- Pre-plan quarterly review appointments both internal and external.
- Minutes taking and distribution of weekly staff meetings.
- Filing, Scanning & E-mail.
- Facilitate and understand information to ensure thorough knowledge of the agency business and platforms.
- Liaise with the Public sector and Business development sales team regarding all work around commitments and tracking of various clients.
- Accurate and consistent usage of all sales management systems e.g. CRM & SAP to manage the sales processes end to end.
- Work with the compilation the National Sales Manager/Regional Sales Manager on the quarterly reviews and negotiation documentation, on client history in preparation for reviews or negotiations.
- Provide feedback to Senior Management & Client monthly with regards to tracking of commitments.
- Follow up on all correspondence from clients and adherence to deadlines.
- Compile all Submissions and Term Sheets within respective portfolios as well as manage the long-form contract process.
- Update electronic contracts register/commitment book monthly.
- Sound administration as well as weekly and monthly status reporting.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients.
- Maintain after-sales service by following up to ensure client satisfaction and future business within an agreed time frame directed by senior management.
- Prepare the Deal Evaluation, business case, and secure approval.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or Sales and Marketing, Administration, Business Management, Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, or other related fields
- • Demonstrate planning and organizing skills
- • Ability to work under pressure and to multitask
- • Listening skills
Internship
Position Title : Ad Operations Executive x1
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022226
Reporting Line : Head of Digital Sales
Division : Sales Division
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
The Ad Operations Executive is responsible for the flawless execution, monitoring, and optimisation of all digital advertising campaigns across SABC-owned and operated platforms — including SABC+, News, Sport, Radio, and Video Entertainment — as well as campaigns delivered through external sales partners (MediaMark, MediaNorth, and Arise/365 Digital) and programmatic supply partners (Castoola, Magnite, Adform, etc.).
The role ensures campaign delivery accuracy, platform compliance, and revenue assurance across both direct and programmatic channels. It combines trafficking, quality assurance, yield monitoring, and troubleshooting to safeguard revenue integrity and optimise performance across all sales streams.
Key Accountabilities:
- Execute and QA all digital campaigns in Castoola and other ad servers (including partner servers).
- Validate creatives, tags, click-through URLs, and placements before launch.
- Monitor pacing, impressions, and delivery to ensure campaigns deliver booked revenue.
- Troubleshoot trafficking, tag, or serving issues in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Support trafficking for campaigns sold through MediaMark, MediaNorth, and Arise/365.
- Support programmatic deal setups (e.g., PMP, open exchange) in collaboration with agencies and trading desks.
- ● Monitor programmatic campaigns sold via SSPs such as Magnite, Adform, and Castoola, ensuring correct setup and pacing.
- Assist with inventory forecasting and yield optimisation across SABC digital properties.
- Apply data insights to improve campaign efficiency across CPM, CTR, and ROI metrics.
- ● Stay up to date with industry ad tech trends, new formats, and partner capabilities.
- ● Optimise floor prices, fill rates, and viewability metrics to maximise yield across SABC inventory.
- ● Analyse revenue performance across direct, partner, and programmatic channels to identify optimisation opportunities.
- Ensure all campaigns comply with SABC policies, PFMA, and brand-safety standards.
- Reconcile campaign delivery data with SAP bookings and partner reports.
- Consolidate reporting across Castoola, Magnite, Adform, and partner systems for unified dashboards.
- Identify and flag under-delivery or discrepancies early and coordinate recovery actions.
- Serve as operational liaison for external partners — MediaMark, MediaNorth, Arise/365 Digital — ensuring alignment on trafficking, QA, and reporting standards.
- Coordinate daily with SSP account managers (Magnite, Adform, Castoola) for issue resolution and performance tracking.
- Share performance insights with partners and sales teams to improve delivery consistency.
- Support onboarding and training of partner teams on SABC’s trafficking and reporting workflows.
- Stay updated on ad tech trends, emerging programmatic formats, and yield optimisation strategies.
- Document best practices and assist in developing internal Ad Ops SOPs.
- Participate in training sessions and cross-departmental learning to build capability within Sales and Ad Ops teams.
Requirements:
- NQF 6-7 degree/diploma in Marketing, Media, Digital Business, or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with ad servers (Castoola, Google Ad Manager, Freewheel, Xandr) and SSPs (Magnite, Adform, etc.).
- Familiarity with DSPs (DV360, The Trade Desk) and PMP/programmatic guaranteed workflows.
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: DIGITAL ASSISTANT: RADIO 2000
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
POSITION ID: 60022105
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE : 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, and Programme Manager to, develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, in order to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
Minimum requirements:
- National Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
- Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing would be an advantage.
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
- Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Administrator: Legal
Reports to: Head Legal Services
Division: Legal
Position ID: 60022276
BACKGROUND
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is the pulse of the nation’s entertainment, news and information. As we continue to evolve and expand our footprint, we are committed to developing young talent and providing meaningful opportunities for growth and professional development.
We are seeking driven, enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team as Administrator: Legal Intern. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are eager to gain practical workplace experience, develop their administrative skills and contribute to the effective delivery of Legal Services within the SABC.
Purpose of the Role
This internship opportunity is designed for recent graduates or early-career professionals (up to 1 year of experience) provide a support to the Manager: Commercial Services in ensuring that all contracts are complying and ensuring Supplier Relationship Management within the Procurement Division are well managed and implemented across the SABC
Key Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support to the unit i.e organize, plan and co-ordinate all work related activities.
- Support business by referring enquiries to the relevant team members
- Provide a secretarial function for unit meetings
- Implement, administer and maintain a filing system within the department in order to ensure the accurate filing and retrieving of documentation
- Ensure adherence to Legal Services policies and SOP’s.
- Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders professionally
- Build and maintain an effective and professional relationship with all stakeholders
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
- National Diploma in Legal / Contracts Management/ Administration and /or relevant qualification. NQF 6
Knowledge and Skills:
- Sound Knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel, word, PowerPoint, outlook.).
- Knowledge of office administration
- Project Management (MS Project) Knowledge of business principles
- Technology related Systems
- SAP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
Internship
Position Title : Sales Assistant: Public Sector and Regions x1
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022222
Reporting Line : Senior Product Manager
Division : Sales Division
Main purpose of the position:
To provide a support service to the Sales Segment function by working closely with the National Sales Manager (and where relevant Regional Sales Managers), Key Account Executives and Account Executives Sales in order to assist with the maximization of revenue.
Key Accountabilities:
- Building and maintaining a network internally and externally to ensure prompt and efficient delivery.
- Answer telephone calls and assist customers.
- Direct sales leads to the appropriate member of the sales team.
- Liaise with clients – deal with client enquiries, purchase orders, SBD / Vendor forms.
- Respond to emails and other forms of correspondence.
- Follow up on material and fitting instructions
- Promote and sell products and services.
- Explain promotional offers.
- Liaise with all internal stakeholders/departments for sales and after-sales.
- Assist with Trade Marketing Initiatives when applicable.
- Update and maintain client database.
- Accurate storage and quick retrieval of information and documentation.
- Ensure all client information is correct in conjunction with the Public Sector and Business Development Sales Team.
- SAP Purchase Requisitions and Service Entry Sheets.
- Travel arrangements on SAP for all staff (Flights, accommodation, car hire)
- Ordering of stationery for the whole department via SAP.
- Handle all queries and complaints from clients and escalate.
- Answer questions about platforms and services rendered.
- Obtain and listen to audio/visuals and send to Sales Teams in relevant Provinces allocated to Public sector and Business development Sales.
- Collect data from various key internal business stakeholders and complete quarterly sales meeting data templates and presentations.
- Track sales expenses.
- Retrieve figures for sales reports input.
- Retrieval of daily and weekly tracking of bookings (Internal Sales Role).
- Management of Department’s budget i.e. moving of funds for travel, stationery and
- Refreshments.
- Liaise with procurement.
- Manage teams’ diaries.
- Prepare deals management documentation and obtain required signatures i.e., term sheets, Signiflow loading
- Arrange and organize meetings, workshops, events, conferences, etc.
- Pre-plan quarterly review appointments both internal and external.
- Minutes taking and distribution of weekly staff meetings.
- Filing, Scanning & E-mail.
- Facilitate and understand information to ensure thorough knowledge of the agency business and platforms.
- Liaise with the Public sector and Business development sales team regarding all work around commitments and tracking of various clients.
- Accurate and consistent usage of all sales management systems e.g. CRM & SAP to manage the sales processes end to end.
- Work with the compilation the National Sales Manager/Regional Sales Manager on the quarterly reviews and negotiation documentation, on client history in preparation for reviews or negotiations.
- Provide feedback to Senior Management & Client monthly with regards to tracking of commitments.
- Follow up on all correspondence from clients and adherence to deadlines.
- Compile all Submissions and Term Sheets within respective portfolios as well as manage the long-form contract process.
- Update electronic contracts register/commitment book monthly.
- Sound administration as well as weekly and monthly status reporting.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients.
- Maintain after-sales service by following up to ensure client satisfaction and future business within an agreed time frame directed by senior management.
- Prepare the Deal Evaluation, business case, and secure approval.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or Sales and Marketing, Administration, Business Management, Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, or other related fields
- • Demonstrate planning and organizing skills
- • Ability to work under pressure and to multitask
- • Listening skills
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: STATION ADMINISTRATOR: Ukhozi FM
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: BUSINESS MANAGER: Ukhozi FM
SAP POSITION ID: 60022350
SCALE CODE: 900
CLOSING DATE 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of position
To ensure sound financial and administrative processes are provided to support the effective day-to-day operations of the station.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support to management and accurately capture discussions around the development and implementation of the channel’s business strategy.
- Capture ALL strategic documents of the station and file them accordingly.
- Plan, organize and control administrative activities pertaining to the specific area of operation.
- Prepare participants for strategy engagements – create templates, guidelines, and briefs.
- Manage the value chain around sourcing of new freelance contracts.
- Processing of freelance payments.
- Processing of supplier payments.
- Facilitate travel bookings, process S&T and KM claims for reimbursement for staff and management team.
- Handle general queries relating to payments and administration of the station.
- Co-ordination of station manager’s diary - internal & external meetings.
- Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation.
- Development and effective management of a filing system - electronically and manually to ensure easy retrieval of information and all records.
- Ensuring that all sensitive documents and or information are appropriately secured.
- Draft memos, minutes and monthly reports.
- Arrange venues and refreshments for meetings.
- Accurately taking minutes and ensuring accurate typing of all correspondence and proof reading of official documents in a professional manner
- Coordination of meeting, farewell, workshops, refreshment and venues.
- Coordinate the station visits and direct them to the destinations.
- General office administration
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, Icasa regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies and radio news and current affairs style guide etc.
- Assist the development and ensure implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Respond to risk imperatives to protect organizational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
- Compliance with OHS requirements.
- Attend to internal and external customers/clients queries/ complaints
- Determine and serve customers/clients’ needs
- Work in conjunction with all radio station units’ objectives.
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders
- Contract on the SABC’s Performance Management System in accordance with the organizational policy and procedures
- Be a team player and be able to give leadership to the team when required
- Coach and mentor junior team members(where applicable)
- Take part in employee relations campaigns to ensure conducive and productive working environment.
Requirements:
- Diploma in Office Management/Administration, Communication, Media studies or relevant qualification (NQF Level 6)
- Proficiency in SAP system
- Basic understanding of broadcasting industry and media
- Filing system development and management
- Basic finance principles and PFMA understanding
- Minute taking Computer literacy (various office applications)
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Customer Service orientated/focused
- Problem solving skills
- Planning and organizing
- Time management
- Data & trends analyses and interpretation
Position Title : Production Co-ordinator x1
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022227
Reporting Line : Multimedia Production Manager
Division : Sales Division
Main purpose of the position:
To ensure that all production logistics are executed in an effective manner according to the needs and requirements set by the business and thus ensuring a successful production.
Key Accountabilities:
- Manage production of each production/event in their respective portfolios via MS Project.
- Travel bookings for any production/productions/events.
- Follow up on logistical arrangements and notify the crew regarding the production schedule.
- All relevant accreditations are done for production crew on site and at the venue for both local and international productions/productions/events.
- Book studio equipment and ensure the required elements are sorted out for the production
- Book catering.
- Always on standby in case of emergencies for all productions/productions/events within the portfolio.
- Attend any venues to take note of issues that crop up on those productions/events.
- Take care of changes made by relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor and check invoices of the independent contractors in line with the work done.
- Keep track of ENG crews that have worked that are not scheduled as per normal production schedule.
- Capture travel on SAP and ensure that approved for all trips.
- Ensure that advances that are taken for productions are reconciled and accounted for.
- Ensure that all crew booked for production can legally work before they are booked.
- Work in conjunction with the executive producers, Producers and all other relevant internal stakeholders to achieve objectives in line with the Division’s operational requirements / plan.
- ï Attend weekly meeting on pre – production and post- production, also departmental budgetary meeting; logistical meetings.
- ï Engage with the relevant internal & external stakeholders around logistical arrangements for special productions / productions / events.
- Play a role as an ambassador for the SABC in other countries.
- Prepare budgets for the upcoming sporting productions/events (e.g. Soccer; cricket; Athletics; Info Hub etc.).
- Ensure that there are no overspends on the production budgets by working smart with production to ensure cost efficiencies.
- Assist in projections for production budgets with the production accountant and reconciliation.
- ï Monitor and ensure effective utilisation of operational budgets and resources.
- ï Ensure that all production budgets have deviation reports for reconciliation purposes.
- Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures.
- Adhere to the organisation's Broadcasting Regulatory provisions including but not limited to:
- Broadcasting Act
- International Broadcast
- Implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or in Administration and Project Management or Logistics or equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge and understanding of technical equipment’s, production and operations.
- Understanding of different sporting code
- Understanding of the Broadcasting Act and SABC policies
- Understanding of Finance (Budget)
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office packages (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Interpersonal skills
- Excellent report writing skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail and working under pressure.
Internship
Position Title : Internship Junior Revenue Analyst x 2
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID : 60022224, 60022225
Reporting Line : Lead: Revenue Management
Division : Sales Division
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
Main purpose of the position:
The Junior Revenue Analyst provides essential analytical and administrative support to the Revenue Management team in collecting, validating, and reporting revenue performance data across Television, Radio and Digital platforms.
The role ensures accuracy and integrity of revenue data, assists in the preparation of reports, and supports the analysis of yield, discount, trade model efficiency, and inventory utilisation. Working under guidance from the Revenue Analyst and Senior Pricing Analyst, the incumbent contributes to the accurate tracking of sales performance, discount trends, sell-out ratios, and inventory recovery opportunities.
This entry-level role serves as a foundation for developing professional capability in revenue analytics, data modelling, and yield optimisation. It is key to ensuring that SABC’s revenue data ecosystem is reliable, well-maintained, and able to support informed commercial decisions.
Key Accountabilities:
- Collect and collate daily and weekly sales, inventory and revenue data from internal systems.
- Validate data accuracy and flag inconsistencies, gaps or anomalies.
- Support the preparation of yield, sell-out and discount utilisation reports.
- Maintain accurate databases and spreadsheets for revenue tracking.
- Assist with data uploads into BI dashboards and reporting systems.
- Perform reconciliations between pricing, sales and revenue datasets.
- Compile revenue summaries for internal use under supervision.
- Support month-end and quarter-end reporting cycles.
- Ensure proper version control and documentation for all reports.
- Contribute to the accuracy of inputs for forecasting and modelling.
- Provide administrative assistance in report scheduling and dissemination.
- Maintain repository of historical sales and revenue data.
- Work closely with the Revenue Analyst to update dashboard datasets.
- Ensure data is stored securely and handled in compliance with governance policies.
- Assist in preparing revenue, yield, and trade model performance reports.
- Extract and organise data needed for yield and discount utilisation analysis.
- Support tracking of sell-outs, utilisation and discount levels by platform.
- Prepare charts and summaries of revenue performance trends.
- Conduct preliminary analysis of trade model efficiency and rate realisation.
- Identify and list areas of underperformance in yield or utilisation.
- Support modelling and forecasting exercises by providing data inputs.
- Assist in producing variance and performance summaries for management packs.
- Contribute to analysis of unsold inventory trends and disposal opportunities.
- Support post-campaign revenue reviews.
- Verify that reported yield metrics align with approved pricing data.
- Ensure completeness of data used in yield and forecast models.
- Provide support during pricing and revenue review sessions.
- Document analytical findings and methodologies under supervision.
- Maintain structured data archives for trend analysis.
- Assist with tracking of trade model usage, discount application and client deal compliance.
- Support daily monitoring of inventory utilisation and sell-out patterns.
- Help compile reports on unsold or underutilised inventory.
- Record discount levels and variance from approved thresholds.
- Assist in analysis of promotional and barter performance outcomes.
- Maintain an updated register of discount and trade commitments.
- Contribute to basic modelling of discount and utilisation trends.
- Support the tracking of yield improvements from discount or trade model changes.
- Ensure trade model data is up to date in relevant systems.
- Prepare summary dashboards on inventory and trade activity under guidance.
- Adhere to PFMA, Treasury and SABC governance protocols.
- Maintain confidentiality of all revenue and client data.
- Support preparation of audit packs and data verification.
- Ensure reports and data sources meet internal audit requirements.
- Assist with risk documentation and corrective action follow-up.
- Maintain version control and documentation of all models and reports.
- Participate in compliance training and team workshops.
- Escalate any potential non-compliance issues to supervisor.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 or above; and/or Bachelor’s Degree in economics, Statistics, Finance, Business Analytics or related field.
- Postgraduate qualification or certification in Data Analytics, Revenue or Yield Management advantageous.
- Proven ability to conduct complex modelling and scenario analysis.
- Exposure to pricing, trading or sales operations in media, telecoms or advertising.
- Experience in BI tools, revenue dashboards and forecasting systems.
- Track record of generating actionable insights that improved yield or efficiency
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title: Reporter X2 ( English & Xitsonga/Tshivenda)
Province & City: Limpopo (Polokwane)
Division: News and Current Affairs
Position ID: 60023413 & 60023414
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned or commissioned.
- Provide quality script and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcast.
- Investigate and break stories and follow them through to final product before broadcast.
- Maintain special focus area (beat).
- Give informative and well-researched input to live Current Affairs programmes and debates; package stories for Current Affairs programmes and do live crossings to News Bulletins.
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories.
- Set up interviews and lead discussions for broadcast, including cross-overs.
- Meet story deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events/developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality sound using relevant recording equipment.
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s
licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, the Press Code, including rulings, the SABC editorial policies, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma/ Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualification (NQF6/7)
- Excellent command of English & Xitsonga/Tshivenda, both written and spoken in TV, Radio, and Digital News to optimise the impact of editorial content
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
POSITION TITLE : REPORTER (PROFICIENCY IN SWATI & ENGLISH)
PROVINCES : MPUMALANGA NEWSROOM (MBOMBELA)
DIVISION: : NEWS GATHERING
POSITION ID : 60023424
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan, and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned.
- Provide quality scripts and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcasts.
- Research, investigate and break stories.
- Maintain special focus areas (e.g. crime).
- Give informative and well-researched input in live crossings and packaged content / stories.
- Check facts, accuracy, and quality of stories / content.
- Set up and record interviews.
- Meet story and broadcast deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events / developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality audio-visuals and photographs for publication / posting, using relevant recording equipment, including smart phone.
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes of conduct, including rulings, SABC News’ editorial policy, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Studies, or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
- Proficiency in the advertised indigenous broadcast language and English (read, write, and speak)
- Understand current media trends and developments and also use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title: Technician
Province & City: North West ( Mahikeng)
Division: RRTO
Position ID: 60022204
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
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.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Desktop Support
- Radio Broadcasting technical support
- Radio Outside Broadcasting technical support
- TV operations including streaming
REQUIREMENTS:
3 years ND (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light current, communications, computer studies or information technology) NQF6 Advantage A+ and N.
Position: Administrative Officer (Marketing) - Internship X1
Report Line: Manager: Facilities Sales & Marketing
Division: Facilities Sales & Marketing (FSM)
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
Who we are?
Technology is mainly responsible for the provision of broadcast facilities, post-production, and production resources to external and internal clients to support the mandate of the SABC and to assist in and generating revenue for the SABC.
What We Do?
To ensure that opportunities are identified which could result in new revenue streams, cost savings for the organization and increasing the value proposition on current available revenue streams.
We have an exciting opportunity available for one (1) Administrative Officer (Marketing) intern position to join the Facilities Sales and Marketing department under the Technology division. Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this 12 months internship programme is to provide students with opportunity to acquire wok experience in the broadcasting field. This is an exciting opportunity for those with a Marketing / Communications / Sales qualification who are willing to learn and grow into being an Administrative Officer in Marketing. The Administrative Officer is an integral part of the sales and marketing team, to promote and implement marketing projects and assist in developing marketing strategies aimed at optimal utilization of broadcast facilities by supporting expansion and growth of Technology services and facilities that will impact in the generation of revenue for the Technology division.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Facilities Sales and Marketing department falls under the Technology division and services both Radio and Regional Technology Operations (RRTO) and TV and OB Technology Operations (TOTO) departments.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Initiating promotional strategies and managing Technology events and promotions.
- Updating of exhibits, displays and promotional material and imaging of facilities and services.
- Communicate effectively with clients and service providers.
- Monitor, evaluate and manage promotional activities, taking corrective actions when required.
- Drive compelling campaigns through marketing initiatives for internal and external clients, analyse the impact of these marketing campaigns and prepare measurement reports.
- Update the website on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of information to public and media and effective utilization of SABC Internet (Web) and Intranet space to promote commercial use of SABC facilities/ studios.
- Update and maintain client database displaying key information to support Technology decision-making.
- Processing all financial and general administration related to marketing.
- Arrange and organize meetings, workshops, events, conferences etc.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant National diploma/degree in Marketing / Communications / Sales (NQF 6)
KNOWLEDGE
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Well organized, detail-oriented with excellent project management skills
- Proficient in MS Office, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict.
- Creative solutions and interesting concepts.
- Customer Service orientated and ability to establish and maintain relationships.
- Quality orientated with attention to detail.
DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY
POSITION: INTERNSHIP: TECHNICAL OPERATOR KZN
POSITION ID: 6002219
SCALE CODE: 900
REPORTING LINE: SECTIONAL LEAD: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and play out broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Opex contributions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability
- Minor Capex contribution to ensure new requirements are addressed
- Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
- Above average rating of SLA
- Submission of ad-hoc incident fault reports
- Adhere to service delivery standards
- Execute operational production requirements
- Operate facility equipment
- Mic placements as per SOP
- Record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams
- Assist in recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards
- Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards
- Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request
- Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards
- Record distributions in line with archiving best practice
- Set up mix-minus
- Operate digital playout systems
- Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary)
- On-time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
- Report and escalate risk findings
- Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
- 95% of assets verified annually
- Responsible control of all SABC Broadcast assets.
- Customers served in operational proficient, friendly, and helpful manner
- Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer requests
- Provide basic operational assistance & guidance to customers/users
- Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints
- Compliance with performance management policies and procedures
- Performance agreements with manager annually
- Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above) or Film/Video Technology or Relevant Qualification
- Advantage: Sound Engineering Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6)
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
THE SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title: Technical Operations
Province & City: Limpopo (Polokwane)
Division: RRTO
Position ID: 60022203
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports
- Adhere to service delivery standards
- Execute operational production requirements
- Operate facility equipment
- Mic placements as per SOP
- Record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams
- Assist in recordings in accordance to customer requirements and broadcast standards
- Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards
- Monitor for schedule changes as per customer request
- Monitor sound/video quality to broadcast standards
- Record distributions in line with archiving best practice
- Setup mix-minus
- Operating digital playout systems
- Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards(if necessary)
- On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
- Report and escalate risk findings
- Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
- Responsible control of all SABC Broadcast assets.
- Customers served in operational proficient, friendly and helpful manner
- Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request
- Provide basic operational assistance & guidance to customers/users
- Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints
REQUIREMENTS:
Sound Engineering Certificate NQF Level 5
Sound Engineering National Diploma will be an advantage
Film/Video Technology/Production Course/Relevant Qualifications
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title : Producer/Writer X5
Province : Gauteng (Auckland Park)
Position ID :60023422;60023423;60023424;60023425;60023426
Division : News and Current Affairs
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Main purpose of the position:
To produce and deliver compelling and incisive high quality television news content in line SABC News public mandate objectives
Key Accountabilities:
- Source fresh and compelling content suitable for broadcast, in the form of packaged content and/or LIVE studio interviews
- Write and edit scripts and video clips according to the house style.
- Check the facts of stories from the various news sources to ensure accurate and factual product.
- Edit text and copy from field and wire and ensure it is short and crisp
- Voice reports
- Copy taste in order to identify stories for use on TV news bulletins
- Liaise with reporters and search wires for breaking stories, fresh angles and updates on stories
- Advise the Bulletin Editor/Executive Producer on new and developing story angles.
- Tailor story to allocated time within the bulletin.
- Preview tapes to ensure correct sound levels, timing and visuals
- Correct linguistic and factual errors in the script
- Attend briefing meetings
- Ensure that stories are produced to prescribed Standard Operating Procedures.
- Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Codes as well as other relevant regulations.
- Adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
- Attend briefing and debriefing sessions with Bulletin Editor and/or Executive Producer.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with the team, and other contributors.
- Liaise with senior editorial team members regarding technical support and editorial requirements.
Requirements:
- National Diploma / Degree NQF 6/7 in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications.
- Proficiency in English: read, write and speak.
- Proficiency in any other South African language
Understand current media trends and developments and also use/engage in multimedia platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
DIVISION: News and Current Affairs
POSITION: Multimedia Producer Internship (English, Johannesburg) x 2
DURATION: 12 Months Internship Program
POSITION ID: 60023420; 60023421
REPORTING LINE: Duty Editor: Digital News
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To develop, edit and support the production of SABC News’ multimedia content in English and compile related features / special reports to increase content engagement and audience growth.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Conceptualise, brainstorm and produce multimedia content in English for SABC News’ digital / online platforms
- Compile features and special reports for SABC News’ online and social media platforms
- Research stories and potential newsmakers / interviewees through various news mediums
- Create various forms of multimedia news, data stories and features, including infographics, digital news cards, listicles, explainers, animation and relevant audiovisual content etc
- Assist SABC News with graphic design projects and daily assignments, such as modifying images and creating designs for distinctive features
- Write and produce original stories / content from pre- to post-production, on and off the field, such as mobile journalism stories in the form of packages, podcasts, voiceovers and various forms of visualisation tools
- Provide digital and multimedia support to all SABC News platforms
- Keep abreast of the latest news, developments, trends and upcoming events
- Inform team leader/s of story developments and progress
- Maintain constructive and effective relationships with all stakeholders
- Communicate professionally and effectively with critical production areas such as Digital News’ Multimedia Editors
- Compile analytics and other required reports, including production ones
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, including those set by partners such as Google, YouTube and internal Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms such as SABC+, the News style guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in journalism or any other relevant tertiary qualification
- Excellent news sense, editorial judgement and general knowledge
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Excellent understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool and opportunity to promote SABC News and Current Affairs and engage its audience professionally
- Experience of website content production, such as Content Management Systems
- Multimedia or mobile journalism, graphic design, video editing and live streaming in the digital news environment will be advantageous
- Understanding of current trends in news and digital media
INTERNSHIPS
Position Title: Digital Assistant
Province & City: Limpopo (Polokwane)
Division: Phalaphala FM
Position ID: 60022118
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Specialist and Marketing Manager to oversee, develop, manage, track, optimize the SABC Radio digital properties and resources in quest to maximize and deliver strategic value to the SABC and all its stakeholders. The role also includes the coordination of SABC Radio digital campaigns and projects with all SABC Radio digital and associated personnel in order to drive the efficient and effective delivery across all digital properties.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Assist with the planning and implementation of marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
- Assist in creating , coordinating and monitoring marketing content for social media, websites, and other communication platforms.
- Support the coordination of events, activations, promotions, and other marketing initiatives
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the marketing team.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Digital Marketing or equivalent relevant qualification. ((NQF level 6)
- Matric.
INTERNSHIP
Position Title : Afrikaans News Reporter
Provinces : Free State (Bloemfontein)
Division : News and Currant Affairs
Position ID : 60023416
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To identify, initiate, research, investigate, plan and record relevant audio-visual material for Radio, TV and Digital / Online stories that are complex in nature and to produce News and Current Affairs reports and stories that are fair, accurate and compelling for the target audiences.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Initiate and cover stories as assigned or commissioned.
- Provide quality script and clear voice-overs, including on-air broadcast.
- Investigate and break stories, and follow them through to final product before broadcast.
- Maintain special focus area (beat).
- Give informative and well-researched input to live Current Affairs programmes and debates; package stories for Current Affairs programmes, and do live crossings to News Bulletins.
- Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories.
- Set up interviews and lead discussions for broadcast, including cross-overs.
- Meet story deadlines.
- Keep abreast of news events/developments.
- Obtain broadcast quality sound using relevant recording equipment.
- Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, ICASA’s
licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, the Press Code, including rulings, the SABC editorial policies, News and Current Affairs style-guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma / Degree in Journalism, Media Studies or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6 / 7)
- Excellent command of English & Afrikaans, both written and spoken in TV, Radio, and Digital News to optimize the impact of editorial content
- Understand current media trends and developments and use / engage in multi-media platforms professionally
- Good general knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Ability to interact with and manage different stakeholders
INTERNSHIP
POSITION: DIGITAL ASSISTANT LESEDI FM (Bloemfontein)
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: MARKETING MANAGER
SAP POSITION ID: 60022228
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of this job is to assist the Digital Product Specialist, Marketing Manager, and Programme Manager to develop, manage, track, and optimize the radio station’s digital properties in a quest to grow the digital communities and deliver value to the SABC and its stakeholders. The role includes the coordination of radio station digital campaigns and projects by liaising with programming and marketing teams, to drive the efficient and effective use of all digital properties.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensure that the stations Digital Media Strategy is implemented
- Collate detailed information for conducting research and benchmarking exercises within the Radio Digital media environment so as to apply best practices.
- Support station management as well as Digital & OTT Manager in rolling out various digital projects and campaigns
- Compile campaign briefs in a clear, concise, comprehensible manner.
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of digital projects and campaigns as tasked to do so by the Digital Product Specialist or Marketing manager
- Coordinate and oversee implementation and monitoring of commercial campaigns.
- Perform administrative tasks to ensure the functionality of digital platforms and activities.
- Provide input into weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports by collating information from various digital media platforms and metrics
- Update and collate campaign specific reports.
- Monitor comments and posts daily on social media channels, engaging audiences through a wide range of social media activities and location-based marketing applications, primarily Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and own SABC platforms.
- Create sharable, compelling, visual contents blending video, photo, and effects to increase engagement and growth of online community.
- Promote station content on the station’s digital media platforms
- Assist in improving search engine efficiency.
- Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
- Utilize internal control measures to ensure credibility of information and reduce risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, SLAs, and relevant legislations.
- Maintain good relationships with station producers and presenters with the intent to advise and leverage on their digital footprint.
- Liaise with internal and external teams for successful implementation of digital projects and campaigns.
- Capture videos, images and compelling content at both station and client events.
- Support the station management in building a conducive environment with positive energy, knowledge building and results-oriented culture.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Marketing, Media studies, Communications, Graphic design or relevant discipline (NQF 6)
- Proficiency in digital software, design software & digital marketing techniques and tools.
- Exposure to digital marketing campaigns.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently and in a team on projects and campaigns.
- Scenario planning, Creativity – ability to conceptualize campaigns and new concepts.
- Good understanding of digital reporting metrics and ability to use analytical tools to make informed decisions.
- Digital trends analysis.
- Strong research skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-organized with a customer-oriented approach
- Proficiency in the Radio Station’s broadcast Language
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
INTERNSHIP
Position: Engineering Draughting Intern
Report Line: Manager: Project Engineering and SAG
Division: Technology
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news and information for millions of South Africans. Our vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for an Engineering Draughting Intern to join our Technical and Engineering team.
Internship Purpose
To gain practical workplace experience in engineering draughting and technical documentation while supporting technical specialists with Radio and TV system flows, circuit diagrams, sketches, mechanical drawings, layouts and related documentation. The internship will provide an opportunity to apply academic knowledge, develop 2-D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) skills, and gain practical exposure to engineering and broadcasting processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist technical specialists with the preparation of Radio and TV system flows, circuit diagrams, sketches, mechanical drawings, layouts and technical drawings.
- Interpret engineering sketches, technical instructions and stakeholder requirements and translate them into accurate technical drawings.
- Assist with producing accurate, clear and appropriately scaled drawings.
- Assist with preparing mechanical drawings suitable for workshop manufacture.
- Complete assigned drawings and documentation within agreed timeframes.
- Assist with the preparation of specialised labels for wiring, cabling, equipment and locations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of drawings, correspondence and technical documentation.
- Develop practical proficiency in 2-D CAD systems.
- Assist with maintaining and updating SABC building floor plans and technical layouts.
- Gain practical exposure to broadcasting engineering processes and operational procedures.
- Adhere to organisational, engineering, safety and draughting standards.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant degree, diploma or certificate in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Draughting or
- Draughting qualification or relevant tertiary-level draughting coursework.
- Basic knowledge or exposure to 2-D CAD.
- Strong willingness to learn and develop technical draughting and engineering documentation skills.
Knowledge and Skills
- 2-D Computer-Aided Draughting (CAD).
- Technical drawing and drawing to scale.
- Interpretation of engineering sketches and technical specifications.
- Building floor plans and technical layouts.
- Engineering and draughting standards.
- Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, acoustics, ergonomics and aesthetic concepts.
- Flow diagrams and technical documentation.
- Document control and drawing revisions.
- Good communication, teamwork, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Position: Technical Operator x1 (INTERNSHIP)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Operations
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this 12 months internship programme is to provide operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Execute operational production requirements.
- Assist in operating facility equipment.
- Mic placements as per SOP.
- Assist to record drama productions with FX, music and different audio streams.
- Assist in recordings in accordance with customer requirements and broadcast standards.
- Assist in monitoring of sound quality during recordings to ensure compliance with broadcast standards.
- Assist in monitoring for schedule changes as per customer request.
- Assist in monitoring sound/video quality to broadcast standards.
- Record distributions in line with archiving best practice.
- Setup mix-minus.
- Operating digital playout systems.
- Basic Audio/Visual manipulation of final mix, performed in accordance with customer requirements & broadcast standards (if necessary).
- On time delivery of production material, within scope & within specifications
- Report and escalate risk findings.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Sound Engineering Certificate (1 year & above).
- Advantage: Sound Engineering National Diploma (3 years) (NQF Level 6).
- Driver’s License will be advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Position: Technician Intern X 1 (GP)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Services
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 month internship programme is to provide operational support to Broadcast Clients (internal and external) in order setup/prepare/record and playout of broadcast material in support of all platforms with expected standards and available facilities/ equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with asset management tracking and transfers.
- Assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
- Adhere to service delivery standards of the Division.
- Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports with findings and repairs.
- Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA percentage
- Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of ‘on air’ systems)
- Effective technical support to users in order to reduce downtime.
- Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure no technical on-air faults.
- Ensure functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
- Follow up reported faults.
- Daily/ Monthly proactive system health checks against checklist & replacement of faulty components
- Report and escalate risks
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3-year National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Systems/ Technology/ Electronics) (NQF6)
- BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification an advantage
- Driver’s License advantageous.
KNOWLEDGE
- IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+)
- IT Network knowledge advantage CISCO CCNA (ICDN1 +ICDN2) certified.
- Physical attributes: Excellent hearing and eyesight (no colour blindness). Physically able.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Position: Systems Administrator x1 (GP): INTERNSHIP
Reportt Line: Manager: Broadcast Systems & Innovation Hub
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
BACKGROUND
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
PUPROSE
The purpose of this 12-month internship programme is to provide a basic but effective and user-friendly information service to internal and external clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to (technical) submissions for Departmental Strategy in alignment with Corporate Plan and Target operating model.
- Perform system installations and configurations as well as testing and commissioning of system functionality to deliver on customer needs.
- Install workstations as per client needs (Edit, Production, On-air) in line with software manufacturer hardware specification.
- Ability to install a playout workstation in any SABC studio or facility.
- Install servers as per software manufacturer hardware specification.
- Implement system upgrade plans, for Broadcast Systems (Playout, production and music Scheduling) remote connectivity and System Antivirus Software.
- Report and escalate risk findings to manager.
- Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain discipline in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
- Comply with vendor software (OEM) licensing conditions.
- SOP application to ensure to ensure standardization across the playout and production environment to eliminate audit findings.
- Assist in the execution of a working Disaster Recovery Plan for the broadcast and production systems.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 3 Year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current) or Computer Studies with Information Systems.
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a team
KNOWLEDGE
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Position: Network Technician Intern x1
Report Line: Sectional Lead: IT Systems
Division: Technology (IT)
Regions: Gauteng
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 month internship programme is to provide a basic but effective and user-friendly information service to internal and external clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Manage network availability to achieve 99.98% uptime
- Management of network security components to prevent 100% intrusions
- Perform network upgrades per project plans (budget and timelines) with minimal disruption to broadcast and business activities
- Manage the Networks ticket queue on the incident management system
- Participate in Annual Risk Assessments and apply risk treatment plans
- Participate in Disaster Recovery plan reviews and annual disaster recovery testing
- Maintain SOPs for Network installation, operations, and maintenance
- Keep network management systems and documentation up to date
- Participate in weekly team meetings
- Participate in monthly meetings with vendors
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- B.SC. Information Technology/ B-tech degree Electronics / Information Systems (NQF 7).
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
Position: Project Administrator Intern X1
Report Line: Sectional Lead: OB Operations in Television and OB Technology Operations Department.
Division: Technology
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for five Camera Operator internships to join our TV and Outside Broadcast team.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal/External clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of these 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to TV and OB Technology department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives or TV/Radio productions to meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their Diploma/degree/Certificate in Office Administration Certificate (NQF Level 6- and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the Broadcast environment.
About the Team
TV and Outside Broadcast is a business unit in the Technology Division of the SABC (South African Broadcasting Corporation). The unit provides broadcast services internally to the SABC and to external clients. The TV and Outside Broadcast Team is responsible for providing broadcast support and facilities and delivering custom broadcast solutions to our clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support and assist in effective Facilitation of logistical requirements, provide administrative and production support. Assist in Project Coordinating action plans and assist in analysing risks and sourcing in necessary production requirements/ resources.
Responsibilities:
- Support and assist in effectively determining and serving customer needs.
- Proper briefing with Project Coordinator to identify project /customer requirements accurately and timeously.
- In time and effective/ efficient liaison & communication with all relevant stakeholders (especially project and resource coordinators, but including customer, regions, team leaders) to identify facility and resource/ skill requirements.
- In time, accurate and documented provision of resources/ skills required to Resource Coordinators
- Assisting with Meeting minutes when requested.
- Processing of vehicle bookings’ requests.
- Processing of Production accreditations’ requests.
- Assisting with Independent Contractor applications and documentation.
- Stand in as Project or Resource Coordinator where required, applicable or possible.
- Accurate processing and creation of production quotations and submission to FSM or client.
- Updated ScheduALL records/fields to accurately reflect resources scheduled at all times.
- All changes to be immediately reflected on ScheduALL and records.
- Enquiries/ queries/ complaints handled in accordance with SABC customer service standards.
- Complete records on all project correspondence to be easily retrievable/ accessible.
- Attend effectively to client queries and complaints.
- Familiarising with production requirements prior to production sessions.
- Adherence to SOP’S
- Adherence to company Policies.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant Office Administration/ Business Management (NQF Level 6)/Equivalent.
KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrates basic understanding of equipment & facilities within broadcasting production environment.
- Demonstrates basic understanding of TV operations systems, workflows & processes.
- Demonstrates basic Knowledge of SAP and ScheduAll.
- Demonstrates basic Knowledge of broadcast chain and equipment/fascilities.
- Demonstrates basic Knowledge & understanding of executing operational support on advice.
- Demonstrates basic Knowledge & understanding of broadcast standards.
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position: Information Librarian Intern X1 (GP)
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Information Librarian
Division: Technology/ RRTO
Regions: Gauteng
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, news, and information to millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months internship programme is to provide a basic but effective and user-friendly information service to internal and external clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist in providing information to internal/external clients
- Assist with daily circulation control (borrowing of books) on Inmagic Genie – issue and return books on Inmagic Genie. Knowledge of the DB/Text system to update borrower’s data
- Assist in sourcing quotations and purchasing of books
- Assist with interlibrary loans
- Assist in maintaining the Inmagic Genie databases, by doing regular data cleansing
- Liaise with internal and external clients and Identify client needs
- Assist with digitization and computerization of library content
- Index articles according to the contents with keywords, topics and sub-topics
- Assist in regular data cleansing of indexed records on the Newbase system
- Provide an information service and assist clients with telephonic requests
- Assist to Fax or email information to clients
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in Library/Information Science/ Music degree or equivalent NQF Level 7
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a team
KNOWLEDGE
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
- Proficiency in MS Office, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
Position: Transmission Technician Intern (x1)
Reporting Line: Head: CAD (Contribution and Distribution)
Division: Technology
Duration: 12 Months
CLOSING DATE:10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Background
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is the hub of entertainment, news, and information for millions of South Africans. Our vision is to be the leading and most credible voice and face of the nation and the African continent.
We are offering an exciting internship opportunity for a Transmission Technician Intern within our Technology Division. The SABC Internship Programme is designed to provide graduates with meaningful workplace experience by exposing them to real business challenges and opportunities. Interns will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to operational excellence while developing valuable technical and professional skills in the broadcasting environment
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months graduate programme is to provide support to CAD department to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives, both TV and Radio, to meet SABC's objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have completed their Diploma/degree/Certificate in Electrical Engineering (minimum S4) and looking to enhance their skills and experience in the Broadcast environment.
Purpose of the Internship
The purpose of this 12-month graduate programme is to provide support to the Contribution and Distribution (CAD) Department in ensuring the successful implementation of television and radio business initiatives that support the SABC's strategic objectives.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who have completed a Diploma, Degree, or Certificate in Electrical Engineering (minimum S4 qualification) and are eager to gain practical experience and develop specialist skills within the broadcasting and telecommunications industry
About the Team
The Contribution and Distribution (CAD) unit is a specialised business unit within the SABC Technology Division. The team serves as the technical link between the SABC and its distribution partners, including Sentech, DStv, and Openview.
CAD is responsible for managing and coordinating the technical aspects of content contribution and distribution, ensuring uninterrupted television and radio services across the country. The team oversees the connectivity of SABC regional offices to Head Office in Auckland Park through fibre networks, while also facilitating connections between outside broadcast operations and SABC studios
Key Responsibilities
The successful intern will be required to:
- Monitor faults and service interruptions across the national television and radio distribution network.
- Ensure maintenance and incident reports are compiled and shared with relevant TV and Radio management teams.
- Monitor and track faults on contribution circuits across Metro Ethernet (ME) fibre and satellite platforms.
- Assist with troubleshooting transmission and distribution-related technical issues.
- Support the maintenance and optimisation of contribution and distribution systems.
- Escalate critical service issues and assist in coordinating resolutions with stakeholders and service providers.
- Maintain accurate operational records and reports
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum S4 qualification in Electrical Engineering (all disciplines considered).
- National Diploma, Degree, or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering will be advantageous.
- Specialisation or exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering will be an added advantage.
Competencies and Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced technical environment.
- Ability to work independently when required.
- Passion for broadcasting, telecommunications, and emerging technologies.
Learning and Development Opportunities
During the 12-month internship, the successful candidate will gain exposure to:
- The complete television broadcast chain, from studio production equipment to viewer reception platforms.
- The complete radio broadcast chain, from studio transmission to listener reception.
- Radio Frequency (RF) principles and applications in broadcasting.
- Metro Ethernet (WAN) fibre network technologies and operations.
- Satellite communication systems and infrastructure.
- Telecommunications ecosystems and the integration of various transmission technologies.
- Broadcasting operational standards, policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Practical fault management, network monitoring, and service assurance processes within a national broadcaster
Why Join SABC?
This internship offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic broadcast environment while gaining hands-on experience with television, radio, fibre, satellite, and telecommunications technologies. Successful candidates will develop practical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experience that will support their future career growth within the engineering and broadcasting sectors.
INTERNSHIP
CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026
Position: Internship Business Analyst - Intern
Report Line: Manager: Enterprise Architecture
Division: Engineering Planning & Execution (EPE)
Background
SABC is the hub of entertainment, News, and information to Millions of South Africans. Our Vision is to become the leading, credible voice and face of the nation and continent. We have an exciting opportunity available for two (2) Business Analyst intern positions to join the Engineering, Planning and Execution (EPE) division.
Internships at SABC aim to provide students with an opportunity to work with our internal clients and teams to address key business problems and identify areas of growth for the company. With your education and experience, you will be able to take on real-world challenges from day one.
Purpose
The purpose of this 12 months internship programme is to provide students with opportunity to acquire wok experience in the broadcasting field. This is an exciting opportunity for those with an IT qualification who are willing to learn and grow into being Business Analysts, assisting the Senior Business Analysts, Engineering, Enterprise Architecture (EA) and the Project Management Office (PMO) teams while learning from these teams of professionals.
About the Team
The Business Analysis team falls under the Enterprise Architecture area which falls under the Engineering, Planning and Execution (EPE) department, incorporating the Project Management Office (PMO) and Engineering teams.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
Managed Operational Performance
- Conducting research and compiling data about customer and industry trends
- Analysing data to identify patterns and inconsistencies
- Supporting the business analysis team in developing business plans and strategies
- Creating technical reports and manuals for end-users
- Evaluating new system resources and processes
- Help the PMO team deliver projects
- Developing workflow charts for system changes
- Monitoring each project's progress and optimizing processes
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- IT Qualification at least at NQF level 6
- ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library v4) advantage
- International Computer Driving License (ICDL) or similar advantage
KNOWLEDGE
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team and lead the team if required.
- Proficient in MS Office, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle conflict
