SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)

 

 

SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Suitable applicants who have participated in the SABC Internship Programme are invited to apply for the vacant development appointment roles.

Position: Reporter: Sport  - Development Programme Appointment

Position ID:  60018826

Scale code: 402

Location: Gauteng

Reporting Line: Editor - Sport

 

Closing Date: 05 May 2026

 

Main purpose of the position:

To identify, initiate, investigate, research, plan and record relevant material from sports stories that are complex in nature and produce sports news reports that are fair, accurate and compelling to 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 (sports)
  • Give informative and well-researched input to live Current Affairs shows 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 discussion for broadcast, including cross overs.
  • Meet story deadlines.
  • Keep abreast of sports news events/developments.
  • Obtain broadcast-quality sound using relevant recording equipment. 

 

 Requirements: 

  • National Diploma in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualification NQF6
  • Completed a minimum of 12 months within the SABC Internship Programme, with practical experience in a Reporter/Reporting environment.
  • Understanding of regulations and legislation impacting broadcasting
  • Sound understanding of current trends in the sports news environment
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to interact and manage different stakeholders at different levels
  • Understanding of multi-media platform
  • Excellent command of both written and spoken language of TV and Radio News to optimise the impact of editorial content.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of SABC News and current affairs production processes and systems.
  • Editorial and journalistic acumen
  • Good, “sound” knowledge of and interest in TV and Radio, Digital broadcast developments, trends, and technologies, including the media industry.

 

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SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS 

Position: Senior Reporter – Sport

Position ID:  60021428

Scale code: 401

Reporting Line: Editor- Sport

 

Closing Date: 05 May 2026

 

Main purpose of the position:

To identify, initiate, investigate, research, and produce incisive sports news and current affairs content that is fair, accurate and compelling in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and the public broadcasting mandate.

 

Key Accountabilities:

  • Conceptualise and produce sports news and current affairs content across platforms in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and public mandate.
  • Keep abreast of sports news/events/developments and their relevance to South Africa, Africa and the international community.
  • Present weekly diary of proposed story ideas to the editor.
  • Conduct interviews and provide depth and comprehensive treatment on stories for SABC News broadcasting and digital publishing platforms.
  • Provide story leads to the editor, break evidence-based stories, and coordinate interviews for various news platforms as required.
  • Attend diary meetings and contribute to editorial discussions on self-initiated stories.
  • Conduct primary investigations for original, incisive, and compelling content.
  • Live tweet coverage of rolling news events and stories.
  • Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Codes as all other broadcast regulations and policies.
  • Ensure balance and appropriate contextualisation of stories.
  • Support themed coverage and special productions with background information for depth and breadth. 
  • Contribute audio-visual and textual features and sports news items to digital news platforms.
  • Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly visualisation of any numerical and textual data.
  • Employ evidence-based insights to generate ground-breaking story ideas and angles.
  • Work with relevant think tanks and universities to enrich news production.
  • Contribute to panel discussions on matters of journalistic and editorial interest.
  • Collaborate with specialist researchers to deliver content-rich stories for all platforms.
  • Work closely with the video journalist to ensure visuals and interviews are of the highest standard.
  • Work closely with the video editor to ensure the insert is edited to ensure a product of the highest standard.
  • Perform post-production tasks as required, including but not limited to, ensuring the transcribing, editing and final mixing of the story.
  • Be a reputable and trustworthy representative of SABC News

 

Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism/Media Studies - NQF 6/7 or close equivalent.
  • 8-years’ proven experience in Journalism,  3 of which must be specific focus on sports news coverage.
  • Proven ability to produce for more than one broadcasting platform is a must.
  • A well-established digital media presence.
  • Proven track record of exceptional of journalistic performance.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of digital, television and radio news and current affairs production processes and systems.
  • Advanced understanding of public broadcasting principles and obligations
  • Clear broadcast voice.
  • Ability to work under pressure, irregular hours and tight deadlines is essential.
  • Advance computer skills (Microsoft, Internet, Dalet/Audacity, and ENPS).
  • Exceptional sports news sense and editorial judgement.
  • Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail.
  • Advanced knowledge of SABC Editorial Policies, broadcast legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

 

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