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SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)
 


SENIOR TECHNICIAN
Report Line: Sectional Lead: Technical Services
Division:  RRTO
Scale Code:  402 (Peromnes 9, Paterson C3)
Position Id: 60018325
 
 CLOSING DATE : 12 August 2025
 
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
  • Contribute (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
  • Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments
  • Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development,
  • Participate in Capex project and system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions.
  • Submission of Minor Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget
  • Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
  • Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed.
  • Long-term Capex motivational planning assistance
  • Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability.
  • Above average rating of SLA
  • Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards
  • Adhere to service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them.
  • Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required.
  • Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %
  • Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on-air systems)
  • Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime.
  • Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults.
  • Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems.
  • Participating in preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability.
  • Contributing and implementing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in dialog with digital partners to create resolutions with principal team members.
  • Contribute to the specification requirements in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures.
  • Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans.
  • Ensure adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedures.
  • Compliance with OEM software licenses
  • SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity.
  • 95% of assets verified annually.
  • Participate in annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan)
  • Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
  • Maintain compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non-conformance.
  • Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options.
  • 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)
  • Ad-hoc technical and operational presentation and training (In-house) provided on an ongoing basis.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6)
  • BTech for the Electrical Engineering for the above formal qualification ( will be an Advantage)
  • Driver’s License: OB - Code 10
  • Driver’s License: minimum B (specific to the Job Profile)
  • Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in the technical broadcast environment, of the 5 years a minimum of 1 year at a shift/standby competence (full performer) Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services
 
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
  • 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.
 
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​EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: SABC NEWS
Division: News and current affairs
Position ID: 60019290
Scale code:  300 (Peromnes 7,Paterson D1)
Reporting Line: Editor: Television News &CA
 
Closing Date: 12 August 2025
 
Main purpose of the position:
To deliver business and economics news programming of the highest editorial and journalistic standards in accordance with the public mandate and SABC News’ strategic and editorial objectives.
 
Key Accountabilities:
  • Identify, commission, and assign news and current content based on strength, quality, depth, and newsworthiness in accordance with the public mandate and SABC News’ editorial and strategic objectives.
  • Take final responsibility for the editorial quality of the shows.
  • Account for overall audience performance of the programme.
  • Review and adjust programming to the changing needs of audiences.
  • Ensure that all programming adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies regarding the plurality of voices and diversity of views.
  • Make use of interactive screens, infographics, and audiovisual collages to enhance the quality of programming.
  • Ensure balance and fairness in the content and representation of multiple perspectives.
  • Ensure that shows are properly planned and well-thought out ahead of time.
  • Ensure that all interviews are published and prominently promoted on digital platforms ahead of transmission.
  • Create opportunities for viewer engagement during the programme through digital platforms, call-ins and on-screen.
  • Plan and coordinate Outside Broadcasts, panel discussions and townhalls on issues of public concern in accordance with the public mandate.
  •  Check and ensure that all audio-visual material meets all broadcast compliance requirements before transmission.
  • Liaise with on-air team for final checks and ensure that the lineup is well understood by everyone involved in the transmission.
  • Authorise all major changes to the line up while on air.
  • Determine logical flow and co-ordination of the running order of the programme.
  • Optimise utilisation of resources and shared services in support of the production and delivery of quality programmes.
  • Provide feedback to the production team against set standards to enhance quality.
  • Ensure that all material meets the highest editorial and journalistic standards.
  • Research content to produce quality programmes for viewers and target audiences.
  • Cost effectively control and manage utilization of resources. 
  • Manage and monitor timeous authorisation of freelance payments, in compliance with SABC policies.
  •  Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles and sources with the team and contributors. 
  • Support successful implementation of the Performance Management System in accordance with SABC policies.
  •  Develop and manage staff rosters.
  • Adhere to the SABC editorial codes and Broadcasting Regulatory provisions.
     Adhere to all SABC quality and production standards.
  •  Provide input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitor the implementation thereof.  
 
Requirements:
  • Diploma/ Degree NQF 6/7 preferably in Journalism/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent disciplines.
  • 6 years’ proven experience in economic broadcast news and current affairs environment, including 3 years’ in an editorial/ supervisory position.
  • Understanding of broadcasting and publishing regulations and legislation.
  • Advanced understanding of public broadcasting principles.
  • Excellent command of both written and spoken language.
  • Exceptional writing skills, news sense attention to detail.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of platform-specific news and current affairs production processes and systems.
  • Planning, budgeting and executing special broadcasts and project.
  • Project management.
 
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