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SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)
 


OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER X1
Reporting line: Occupational Health and Safety Manager
Division: Real Estate & Logistics
Scale Code: 401
Position ID: 60017927
 
CLOSING DATE: 22 APRIL 2024
 
To assist the employer to keep the workplace safe and free from hazards to the health and safety of the employees by implementing OHS standards, fire Safety Standards, procedures and directives.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. BUSINESS OPERATIONS EFFICIENCY
•Gather IOD statistical information for analysis
•Participate in hazard identification and risk assessment processes
•Participate in Fire Risk Assessments
•Participate in incident investigations
•Conduct weekly workplace inspections and issue reports
•Participate and provide assistance with the formation and functioning of the Safety Committees
•Carryout tasks as per the fire prevention program
•Inspection of firefighting equipment
•Identify the need for firefighting equipment
•Present health and safety induction
•Distribute fire safety awareness items
•Implement Safety Plans
•Implement the emergency procedures and plans
 
2. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE 
•Execute Planned Task Observations and gather critical tasks information for analysis
•Provide support on issues relating to OHS Act the OHS Program
•Monitor OHS compliance on projects
•Implement emergency plans and procedures
•Conduct Safety Walkabouts with a view to pinpoint non-compliances
 
3. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
•Monitor Safety Representatives, fire Marshals and first aiders inspections
•Present Safety Induction
•Attend departmental Health and Safety Committee meetings
•Conduct Departmental Document verification
 
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Safety or relevant qualification (NQF 7).
  • Fire Safety Management Certificate will be an advantage.
  • Fire Investigation Course will be an advantage.
 
EXPERIENCE
  • 8 - 10 years’ experience of which 3 years should be in Fire Safety environment.
  • Building and Facilities safety management experience
  • Registration with the Southern African Institute of Safety and Health will be an advantage.
 
KNOWLEDGE
  •  Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
  •  Basic knowledge of requirements according to ASIB, SAQCC and FDIA.
  •  Basic knowledge of Project Management an advantage in executing small projects and contractors’ management.
  •  Knowledge of the Building regulations and fire safety standards are essential e.g. (SABS 0400) etc.
  • Keeping abreast of changes within health and safety legislation and fire standards to ensure the correct application of health and safety legislation.
  • Ability and flexibility to respond instantly during medical, fire and other emergencies.
  • Good presentation skills.
  •  Have good knowledge of emergency and fire systems operation and the standards that regulate such systems.
  •  Ability to work with people on all levels.
  • Computer literate (MS Excel, Power Point, MS Word)
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
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MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT: ANALYSIS & REPORTING
Reporting line: Senior Finance Manager: Sales
Division: Finance
Scale Code: 402
Position ID: 60020484 
 
Closing Date: 22 April 2024  
 
Reporting to Senior Finance Manager: to develop, manage and maintain efficient and effective financial services to Sales and Marketing in order to achieve cost reductions through a financial strategy and   effective integrated systems.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
  1. BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
  2. Work with executives and other business leaders to identify opportunities for improvement.
  3. Create reports for internal teams and/or external clients.
  4. Collaborate with team members to collect and analyse data.
  5. Use graphs, infographics, and other methods to visualize data.
  6. Establish KPIs to measure the effectiveness of business decisions.
  7. Structure large data sets to find usable information.
  8. Work with a team of accountants and sales executives and other associates to process information
  9. Create presentations and reports based on recommendations and findings.
  10. Analytical and problem-solving skills
  11. Ability to set and meet deadlines.
  12. Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
  13. Experience with statistical software
  14. Reporting and data visualization skills
  15. Excellent attention to detail
  16. Managing of master data, including creation, updates, and deletion
  17. Defining new Divisional data collection and analysis processes
  18. Demonstrable experience in dealing with large data sets and databases.
  19. Develop clear and well-structured analytical plans and analyses large datasets.
  20. Develop business solutions through the constant modification of the existing business intelligence solutions.
  21. Develop and implement state-of-the-art analytical algorithms for object detection, segmentation, classification, and recognition.
  22. Conducts the conversion of data into insights that will lead to informed business decisions.
  23. Designs, codes, debugs, tests, documents, and supports server-based applications such as SQL consistent with established business requirements and specifications to deliver the highest possible value to the business.
  24. Provide input with departmental Risk management
  25. Adherence to all SABC policies and procedures
  26. Create and maintain cross functional communication with internal Sales departments
  27. Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners
  28. Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff.
 
  1. GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE
  2. Monitor and report on operational risks and compliance.
  3. Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance.
  4. Oversee the management of Operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations. 
  5. Develop, implement and maintain sound internal control processes 
  6. Monitor execution of internal risk audits and address gaps and provide execution of mitigation strategies.
  7. Evaluate all business plans in the context of compliance to the organisational guidelines and policies.
 
  1. CUSTOMER AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
  2. Explore and make recommendations on current Operational processes to streamline and improve it for better efficiency and effectiveness.
  3. Create and maintain cross functional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  4. Direct, manage and develop the Group Sales and Marketing team effectively.
  5. Effective discussion, coaching and communication with all levels of management in order to set forecasts.
 
  1. LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
  2. Contract, set target and manage Performance of the team in accordance with the Performance Management policy. 
  3. Effective management of Employment Relations issues within the Business Unit.
  4. Manage, direct, guide, motivate and develop the team
  5. Ensure effective communication within the department and division and promote effective communication channels.
  6. Personnel Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
  7. Provide direction on the attraction and retention of staff.
  8. Ensure the relevant Job profiles are prepared and are available for the Business Unit.
 
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Grade 12
  • National Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree (NQF 7) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Information Management or Statistics or relevant qualification
 
EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum 3 years working experience as a Data Analyst or Business Data Analyst of which 1 year should be on Supervisory level
              
KNOWLEDGE
  • Strong understanding of IT environments, IT security, networking and server architecture
  • Strong knowledge of and experience with data analysis packages such Power BI & Tableau a must
  • Knowledge of reporting packages (SSIS, SSAS and SSRS), databases (SQL), programming (ETL frameworks) advantageous
  • Strong working experience in one or more ERP’s e.g. SAP or Oracle
  • Working experience in Google’s data analytics tools such as Data Fusion, Vertex AI, Big Query, Looker, Data Studio & Data Form and other associated ETL tools
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Review of data, building data sets and perform statistical analysis
  • Analysis of and interpretation of data
  • Presenting findings that communicate trends, patterns and predictions Identify business opportunities
  • Presenting technical reports based on the collection, analysis and interpretation of data
  • Background in data warehouse design (e.g. dimensional modelling) and data mining
  • In-depth understanding of database management systems, online analytical processing (OLAP) and ETL (Extract, transform, load) framework (SSIS, SSAS)
  • An analytical mind and inclination for problem solving
  • Excellent organisational and administration skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to write comprehensive reports
  • Ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks, prioritize work, and remain functional under pressure, and aggressive timelines.
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to deliver under strict turnaround times
  • Operate on advanced computer proficiency level
  • Sound understanding of IT systems and usage
  • Advanced MS Excel skills
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
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SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
Position: Regional editor (Eastern Cape)
Position ID: 60018925
Scale code: 130
Reporting Line: head news input
 
CLOSING DATE: 22 April 2024
 
Main purpose of the position:
To conceptualize, plan, develop and lead the production of news and current affairs content and programming that meets all primary objectives of the SABC’s public mandate, in line with SABC News’ core principles of editorial independence and impartiality, for all platforms.
 
Key Accountabilities:
  • Provide support and input in the development and implementation of SABC News and Current Affairs strategy.
  • Develop and implement SABC News and Current Affairs operational plan for the business unit, and guide teams to achieve public mandate and strategic objectives of the News Division.
  • Plan, coordinate and manage all newsgathering and output activities pertaining to the business unit for all SABC News platforms.
  • Conceptualise and commission stories, and lead all content-related activities for timeous delivery.
  • Brief and debrief teams on performance requirements.
  • Lead daily national diary meetings, and interrogate the commissioning and treatment of stories.
  • Utilise unit resources effectively and efficiently to provide high-quality content and programmes.
  • Provide monthly reports on performance, challenges and potential risks for the unit.
  • Formulate, manage and oversee the utilisation of unit’s budget cost effectively.
  • Introduce and implement appropriate measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability.
  • Consult Divisional Finance on budget requirements.
  • Manage and authorise payments for all logistical services, travel arrangements, Outside Broadcasts, overtime and independent contractors.
  • Ensure adherence to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and publishing-related legislation, ICASA’s licence conditions, the BCCSA’s Code of Conduct, the Press Code, and the SABC’s Editorial Policies.
  • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures for the unit.
  • Identify, manage and mitigate risks.
  • Monitor and report on OHS requirements for compliance.
  • Execute and successfully implement the SABC’s Performance Management System in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • Allocate responsibilities to team leaders and manage individual and team productivity.
  • Provide input for adequate staffing, effective leadership and succession planning.
  • Manage employee relations to ensure a conducive and productive working environment.
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree/Diploma (NQF 7/6) in Journalism, Communication, Media Studies, or relevant discipline
  • 10 years’ experience in a news and current affairs broadcasting environment, 5 of which should be at Tv/Radio/Print  News editorial management level
  • Understanding of journalism, broadcasting and digital publishing legislation and regulations.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English and a second language, preferably an African Language with first language proficiency.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of news production and publishing processes and systems.
  • Proven experience in planning, budgeting and executing big broadcasts and projects.
  • Strategic thinking and ability to innovate.
  • Solid networks and understanding of the different role players in the broadcasting and media landscape.
  • Excellent news sense, strong editorial judgement, and sound decision-making.
  • Budget management and advanced knowledge of the PFMA.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
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REPORTER: CHANNEL AFRICA
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: EDITOR: NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
SAP POSITION ID: 60017981
SCALE CODE: 402
 
CLOSING DATE: 22 APRIL 2024
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To identify, initiate, investigate, research, plan and record relevant material from stories that are complex in nature and produce news reports that are fair, accurate and compelling to target audiences. 
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  •  Conceptualize and produce stories for News and Current Affairs across platforms in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and public mandate.
  • Initiate and cover stories as assigned or commissioned.
  • Investigate and break stories and follow them through to final product before broadcast.
  • Provide quality, script and clear voice overs, including on air broadcast.
  • Package stories for current affairs programmes, digital platforms and do live crossings to news bulletins.
  • Ensuring transcribing, editing and final mixing of the story.
  • Compile and present weekly diary of proposed stories to Assignment Editor/s.
  • Provide in-depth and comprehensive treatment of stories for broadcasting and digital platforms.
  • Attend diary meetings and contribute to brainstorming and editorial discussions on stories.
  • Give informative and well-researched input to live Current Affairs shows and debates.
  • Professionally live Tweet coverage of breaking and rolling events and stories.
  • Check facts, accuracy and quality of stories.
  • Set up interviews and lead discussion for broadcast, including cross overs.
  • Meet story deadlines.
  • Keep abreast of news events/developments.
  • Adhere to the provisions of SABC editorial policies, BCCSA and Press Codes
  • Ensure high quality editorial and production standards.
  • Adherence and compliance with the organisational policy and procedures.
  • Safeguard news recording equipment under your care.
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Work with relevant research agencies, think tanks and universities to enrich news production.
  • Liaise with senior editorial team members, technical support, regarding specific needs and requirements.
  • Contact team members directly to verify news angles, content and meaning.
  • Professional handling of enquiries and complaints.
  • Be a reputable and trustworthy representative of Channel Africa News and Current Affairs.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • National Diploma in Journalism or Media Studies or relevant qualification NQF 6.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or media studies or relevant NQF 7 would be an advantage.
  • 5 years’ experience in general News reporting.
  • Understanding of regulations and legislation impacting broadcasting
  • Sound understanding of current trends in social, economic and political 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 Radio News to optimize the impact of editorial content.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of Radio News and current affairs production processes and systems.
  • Editorial and journalistic acumen
  • Good, “sound” knowledge of and interest in Radio broadcasting developments, trends, and technologies, including the media industry.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
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MUSIC COMPILER: CHANNEL AFRICA
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMME MANAGER: CHANNEL AFRICA
SAP POSITION ID: 60022975
SCALE CODE: 404
 
CLOSIND DATE: 22 APRIL 2024
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To select and schedule music programmes that attract the largest possible audiences, in-line with the Station’s mandate and identity.
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Make input in the formulation of the station’s music strategy.
  • Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles/formats where applicable to enhance station strategy.
  • Manage, maintain, and modify the station’s music universe in line with station strategy.
  • Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programme Manager/s in achieving goals and objectives of overall strategy.
  • Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
  • Listen to new music for appropriateness and ensure it is catalogued before going on air.
  • Advise the music committee on new music and new developments in the industry for decision making purposes.
  • Research and source new artists and new music releases suitable for needs of the station.
  • Select and schedule music for air play, and artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity, and music policy.
  • Contribute to the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s, and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
  • Conduct regular research to keep abreast with industry developments and ahead of competitors.
  • Utilise audience and programme research in order to adjust scheduling strategy.
  • Provide all relevant music content to the station’s digital platforms.
  • Utilize SABC archive material and facilitate the acquisition of new material for specialized music genres where applicable – jazz, gospel, choral, classical, folk, etc.
  • Capture PRS details correctly for all speciality music shows and music mixes.
  • Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists, and Promoters.
  • Pro-actively facilitate discussions with stakeholders around music programming.
  • Participate in station music policy and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
  • Maintain good relationships with collecting societies that are responsible for music royalties to keep them abreast with music developments at the station.
  • Maintain the music master data base to ensure a credible play list.
  • Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
  • Create a system to catalogue all new tracks so that they are easily identified and correctly reported to the collecting societies.
  • Reflect accurate local/international music details in accordance with ICASA and SAMRO quotas.
  • Report all faults and maintain documentation.
  • Provide detailed monthly/quarterly reports.
  • Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
  • Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Matric and post matric qualification in Music production, Sound engineering or relevant qualification. NQF 6
  • 6 years’ experience in music production or radio industry
  • 3 years’ experience as a radio station music compiler
  • Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
  • Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
  • Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
  • Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems.
  • Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Project management skills
  • Good communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Research skills.
  • Basic digital media skills.
  • Computer literacy.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
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DIVISION: TECHNOLOGY
POSITION: RECORD LIBRARIAN
POSITION ID: 60018681
SCALE CODE: 404
REPORT LINE:  PRINCIPAL LIBRARIAN
 
Main Purpose of Position
The Main purpose of this position is to catalogue and manage the Record Library System and Library Database in order to provide effective and efficient support to users with regard to broadcast related music content.
 
Key Accountabilities
  • Accurate capturing of relevant CD information in compliance with relevant SOP
  • Accurate capturing of selected information on control files in accordance with record library best practice.
  • Submit report/printouts in accordance with Manager Request.
  • Ensure quality control of data at all times.
  • Ensure in-time dissemination of new system requirements/user guidelines to all users.
  • Provide ongoing communication of library record system operational requirements to IT department and provinces.
  • Perform ongoing data cleansing on record library system to ensure no duplications and data integrity.
  • Perform stock counts in accordance with schedules and SABC procedures and ensure nil variance between actual and counted stock items.
  • Perform correct troubleshooting to identify and rectify system problems.
  • Provide functional user support and advice response to user requests and ensure no unattended to user queries/complaints.
  • Perform Library Administration.
  • Basic knowledge with regards to copyright
  • Wide general knowledge of all music.
  • Knowledge of record library system.
  • Excellent communication skills in dealing with internal and external client on all levels.
  • Ability to work alone and be a team player.
  • Sustained concentration and attention required.
  • Keen interest in all music genres.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Grade 12
  • At least 3 years’ relevant experience
  • Relevant tertiary qualification e.g. Music Degree/Diploma
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
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POSITION: MUSIC COMPILER: 5FM X2
DIVISION: RADIO
REPORT LINE: PROGRAMME MANAGER
SAP POSITION ID:  60018003 & 60018004
SCALE CODE: 404
 
CLOSING DATE: 21 APRIL 2024
 
Main purpose of position
To select and schedule music programmes that attract the largest possible audiences, in-line with the Station’s mandate and identity.
 
Key Accountabilities
  • Make input in the formulation of the station’s music strategy.
  • Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles/formats where applicable to enhance station strategy.
  • Manage, maintain and modify the station’s music universe in line with station strategy.
  • Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programme Manager/s in achieving goals and objectives of overall strategy.
  • Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
  • Listen to new music for appropriateness and ensure it is catalogued before going on air.
  • Advise the music committee on new music and new developments in the industry for decision making purposes.
  • Research and source new artists and new music releases suitable for needs of the station.
  • Select and schedule music for air play, and also artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.
  • Contribute to the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
  • Conduct regular research to keep abreast with industry developments and ahead of competitors.
  • Utilise audience and programme research in order to adjust scheduling strategy.
  • Provide all relevant music content to the station’s digital platforms.
  • Utilize SABC archive material and facilitate the acquisition of new material for specialized music genres where applicable – jazz, gospel, choral, maskandi, classical, folk, etc.
  • Capture PRS details correctly for all speciality music shows and music mixes.
  • Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.
  • Pro-actively facilitate discussions with stakeholders around music programming.
  • Participate in station music policy and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
  • Maintain good relationships with collecting societies that are responsible for music royalties to keep them abreast with music developments at the station.
  • Maintain the music master data base to ensure a credible play list.
  • Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
  • Create a system to catalogue all new tracks so that they are easily identified and correctly reported to the collecting societies.
  • Reflect accurate local/international music details in accordance with ICASA and SAMRO quotas.
  • Report all faults and maintain documentation.
  • Provide detailed monthly/quarterly reports.
  • Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
  • Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.
 
Requirements:
  • Matric and NQF Level 6 qualification in music production, sound engineering or relevant qualification.
  •  6 years’ experience in music production or radio industry
  •  3 years’ experience as a radio station music compiler
  • Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
  • Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
  • Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
  • Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems.
  • Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
  • Problem solving skills
  • Project management skills
  • Good communication skills, verbal and written
  • Research skills.
  • Basic digital media skills.
  • Computer literacy.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
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SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
Position: Manager Operations: News and Current Affairs (Gauteng)
Scale Code: 300
Position ID:  60019411
Reporting Line: Group Executive: News & Current Affairs
 
CLOSING DATE: 21 APRIL 2024
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives for the News Division to support the delivery of SABC Corporate Strategic plan. 
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  • Provide support and input in the development and implementation of News Division strategy.
  • Provide direction in operationalising, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the News Division strategy.
  • Align the divisional strategy with the medium-term expenditure framework and corporate strategy
  • Monitor and ensure that business plans comply with SABC’s guidelines and policies.
  • Cascade News Operations strategy to units within News Division.
  • Review and report on the achievement of Division’s objectives.
  • Ensure compliance and implementation of various strategic plans in line with the corporate plan.
  • Monitor the attainability and sustainability of Divisional performance standards as per News objectives.
  • Conduct continuous programme, revenue, and market reviews in order to meet strategic objectives.
  • Generate news analyses and input for business planning, budgeting
  • Compile, Manage and oversee the utilization of the Unit budget cost effectively
  • Introduce and implement corrective measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability.
  • Consult with Divisional Finance to determine budget requirements.
  • Monitor and ensure that the value chain for News division supports the business in the delivery of alternative revenue.
  • Ensure optimal integration of functions and strategies in order to achieve the business unit objectives.
  • Develop divisional Key Performance Areas
  • Represent the Group Executive in Corporate forums
  • Quality assurance on documents to and from the GE News & Current Affairs
  • Liaise with provincial bureaus to ensure efficient and maximum utilization of resources
  • Provide feedback and reports to Group Executive News regarding operational and strategic status of News Division.
  • Identify and negotiate co-production deals.
  • Cost savings for content via partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • Pursue revenue opportunities for sustainable content provision.
  • Ensure that the News Agency operates optimally, and revenue generation opportunities are pursued fully and effectively to the benefit of the Corporation
  • Prevent and eliminate any revenue slippages.
  • Provide managerial direction and leadership in corporate governance matters
  • Prepare Divisional monthly reports compiling to governance requirements
  • Follow legislative and policy trends
  • Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance.
  • Oversee the management of operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
  • Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
  • Review and implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational  Risk Framework (COSO Model)
  • Risk Mitigation Plan
  • Monitoring and Evaluation.
  • Monitor execution of internal risk audits and address gaps and provide execution of mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluate all business plans in the context of compliance with all SABC policies and guidelines.
  • Management of contracts with various suppliers and news agencies
  • Build, enhance and manage positive relationships with  various stakeholders
  • Explore and make recommendations on current operational processes to streamline and improve it for better efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Liaise with external and internal stakeholders, in order to ensure optimal delivery on the News mandate.
  • Create and maintain cross functional communication with News internal stakeholders (TV, Radio, Technology, Commercial Enterprises, Regulatory, Legal etc.).
  • Effective implementation of Performance Management system in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
  • Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
  • Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff
  • Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
  • Provide directions on the retention and attraction of staff.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • National Diploma/bachelor’s degree in business management, journalism, (NQF6/7) Communication, Media Studies, or equivalent qualification.
  • 10 Years’ experience in media operations of which 5 years should be at middle management level.
  • Business planning and project management
  • Budget management
  • PFMA and relevant National Treasury regulations
  • Strategic management
  • Management information systems
  • Financial accounting standards
  • Scenario planning and trend analysis
  • Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape
  • Thorough understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
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POSITION: SAP ABAP DEVELOPER
DIVISION: FINANCE
SCALE CODE: 900       
REPORT LINE:  HEAD ERP COE
POSITION ID: 60021013
 
CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 
2 year Fixed Term Contract
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Develop and implement SAP enhancements and new functionalities in line with business requirements and best practice.
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Responsible for the SAP Netweaver applications development in ECC, BW, and Enterprise Portal / UI5 Portal.
  • Design, build and test custom SAP technical solutions based on business requirements using ABAP OO, SAP UI5, SAP Fiori, SAP Web Dynpro and Dialog programmes.
  • Full life-cycle SAP implementation including all custom reporting, interfaces, enhancements, forms, workflows (RICEFW) and portal configuration.
  • Interface development and support using HTTP, XML, SOAP, Web Services, RFC, IDOCS and ABAP.
  • Code, test and document ABAP enhancements for all SAP modules.
  • Support of development requirements in the following SAP modules: FI, HCM (incl. payroll), MM, SD, PS, PM, Travel, CO, any other SAP module implemented at the SABC.
  • Responsible for troubleshooting and debugging of the SAP system.
  • Facilitate continuous business improvement.
  • Facilitate design sessions with SAP Functional Leads and business process owners in order to ensure best practice enhancements/implementations.
  • Ensure proper technical impact assessment of all risks and issues and changes to scope, requirements or design. Provide advice on any avoidance, mitigation or remedial actions required.
  • Ensure that development projects take full account of and correctly interface with existing systems, infrastructure and enterprise architecture.
  • Ensure that all aspects of the developed software meet requirements and are in line with the agreed design e.g. data, user experience, architecture, security, quality & operations.
  • Ensure adherence to internal development standards as well as global best practices.
  • Provide documentation to manage handover activities so that software can transition smoothly from development into test and production environments.
  • Adhere to the team’s quality objectives. Monitor and take responsibility for unit test coverage and completion to minimise defects in subsequent testing / production.
  • Commit to the delivery of high-quality solutions. Ensure that development is carried out in accordance with agreed quality standards and procedures and that all new development goes through an appropriate testing process.
  • Focus on customers and their requirements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, colleagues, senior management and software users to enhance design, development, deployment and maintenance activities.
  • Proactively keep abreast of industry developments, skills and technologies and share information, ideas and best practice with other development team members and ERP COE to improve skills and avoid single points of failure.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Programming diploma / degree or relevant qualification (NQF level 6/7
  • Certification: SAP ABAP Developer
  • Minimum of 7 years’ SAP ABAP development experience of which a minimum of 3 years should have been in a support environment
  • Experience in SAP Fiori implementation - advantage
  • Completed SAP ABAP Academy – advantage
  • Certification in other SAP modules – advantage
  • Good understanding of key business processes and integration points – advantage
 
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
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PLEASE NOTE CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 
DIVISION: FINANCE
DEPARTMENT:  ERP COE
JOB TITLE: ERP SPECIALIST: PAYROLL
POSITION ID: 60022775
REPORTING LINE: HEAD ERP COE
SCALE CODE: 900
 
CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 
(2 Year Fixed Term Contract)
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
Effective and efficient facilitation of development and maintenance of the SAP Payroll and Time modules in support of business needs.
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Assist with the implementation and roll-out of new releases of SAP and new SAP functionality in accordance with ERP Management best practice
  • Proactive identification of risk and problems and in time escalation to key stakeholders
  • Maintain accurate and updated documentation of all change requirements, configurations, test plans and project acceptance
  • Accurate business process flow reviews to ensure full alignment with BRS
  • Accurate evaluation of system functional specifications for business requirements
  • Accurate data review to decide on actions/ strategy to clean and migrate data e.g. comparison of data architecture, data mapping
  • Full adherence to ERP Centre of Excellence SOPs
  • Optimal configuration of system in line with business requirements
  • Regular review of payroll and leave system configurations
  • Ensure accuracy of leave provision and time evaluation runs
  • Accurate translation of new functionality to training manuals and providing input to work procedures to accurately guide end users to utilise system
  • Facilitation of SAP training as required by end users
  • Effective and efficient utilisation of team members to ensure delivery in line with expected quality and timeframes
  • Ongoing monitoring of ITSM calls and TPR’s to proactively ensure optimal support to end users
  • Ongoing monitoring of SAP business processes to ensure alignment with end user needs and best practice
  • Continuous improvement and optimization of SAP processes and SAP modular functionality
  • Accurate analysis of customer request to identify problem and possible appropriate actions
  • Continual monitoring of system performance from modular perspective and usage with regards to specific SAP modules
  • Functional operation support/ advice to end users
  • In time/ proactive remediation of system, information, output deviations
  • Constantly and consistently exceed the customer's expectations
  • Customer queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with ERP COE service standards and SLA’s
 
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
  • National Diploma or BCom degree in Finance/Accounting/Human Resources or relevant qualification (NQF 6/7)
  • SAP HCM Payroll certification
  • 5 to 7 years SAP ERP Payroll support experience
  • Experience in integration of SAP FI, HR, Payroll & Time Management
  • Knowledge and experience in SAP payroll Rules and Schemas
  • SAP Time Management certification (advantage)
  • SAP HCM certification (advantage)
  • Query Manager Skills (advantage)
  • Detailed knowledge and understanding of different SAP modules
  • Knowledge and understanding of Configurations Management Best Practice
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of payroll core business processes and applicable South African legislation
  • Knowledge, understanding & application of information technology best practice
  • Workable knowledge & application of Business Process Mapping
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
 
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POSITION: Manager: Bouquet 2
DIVISION: Video Entertainment
REPORT LINE: Head: Platforms
SCALE CODE: 130
POSITION ID:  60019658
 
CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION
To develop and secure a strategic and competitive brand positioning for SABC channel/s, and to ensure optimal delivery of programmes aligned to market needs, target audience, SABC mandate and business objectives.
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 
  • Develop, and implement competitive strategies for linear channels within a bouquet that respond to the changing television landscape, content consumption space and trends to ensure mandate compliance and commercial viability.
  • Draft the channel’s amortisation budget and manage delivery against the approved budget
  • Provide strategic direction for the channels Programming and scheduling in terms of key objectives, strategic focus, development of business imperatives and implementation activities
  • Ensure aesthetically pleasing channels with commercially viable relevant  programming and strategic schedules
  • Manage channel delivery against the ICASA license conditions and public broadcast mandate, ensuring delivery against the broadcast regulations
  • Monitor and analyse the performance of the channels, with the use of Market intelligence data and industry knowledge.
  • Build and maintain a strong brand positioning of the channels.
  • Monitor and manage departmental inputs and outputs to ensure achievement of audience targets and regularly report progress.
  • Review and Report on the achievement of business units objectives. (Monthly, quarterly and annually).
  • Ownership of the services in terms of performance, look and feel, and promotion.
  • Ensure the acquisition of innovative, culturally diverse, competitive and unique programmes within the mandate prescribed by regulation as well as business objectives in line with brand positioning.
  • Continually review, measure and report on channel activities, programming and profitability to relevant stakeholders as required.
  • In partnership with Platform Scheduling Manager ensure that the macro schedule is both competitive and complementary to other SABC businesses and competitors in order to attract required target audiences.
  • Define the requirements of specific marketing, branding and advertising to create strong positioning and brand identity.
  • Oversee the drafting and implementation of the approved business plans.
  • Manage the day to day channels operations and responses to the programming and broadcast
  • Define and specify channel needs and requirements to content providers in order to ensure product delivery aligned to strategy.
  • Approve Daily, weekly, monthly and annual schedules
  • Draft and management of the channels amortization budgets
  • Manage and monitor the business unit operating budget in such a manner as to encourage cost containment.
  • Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters.
  • Provide inputs on the development of the policies and SOP implementation.
  • Ensure adherence to SABC editorial policies and Regulations.
  • Ensure all scheduling related complaints from BCCSA are responded to timeously and present the organisation as required.
  • Implement Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework.
  • Implement execution internal risk audits identified and mitigate gaps.
  • Ensure mutually beneficial relationships are developed and maintained with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Customer queries/ complaints resolved in accordance with service standards requirements.
  • Be the custodian of and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in the interest of the channel.
  • Provide support the sales team with revenue driving initiatives.
  • Contract and implement Performance Management System of the team/s in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
  • Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
  • Effective briefing and communication with department staff.
  • Manage and oversee the Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all team members
  • Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.
  • Manage the employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment.
  • Oversee the implementation of organisational development initiative i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent, Human Capital Planning etc.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Media / Communications / Marketing / Broadcasting or equivalent and related qualifications (NQF 6/7)
  • 6 years’ experience in broadcasting environment of which 3 years should be in Management level
 
Knowledge of:
  • Strategic management
  • Project management
  • TV Regulations and Landscape
  • Ability to analyse and interpret Market Intelligence 
  • Business planning and complexity theory
  • Budget management
  • Financial and commercial matters
  • Business Acumen
  • Scenario planning and Trend analysis
  • Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape
  • PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
  • Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations
 
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SUPERVISOR SECURITY SHIFT KZN
Reporting line: Regional Operations Manager
Division: Logistical Services
Scale Code: 403
Position ID: 60020573
CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 
Main purpose of the position:
To plan, manage and co-ordinate physical security and ensuring optimal safety and protection of the SABC assets and people.  To ensure NKP compliance.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Effective planning and control of the physical security
  • Effective planning to minimise security risks and efficient safeguarding of assets.
  • Manage and monitor the physical security
  • Ensure NKP Compliance by outsourced security service provider
  • Ensure that the standard of the contractor complies with the standard and policies set by the SABC.
  • Manage the fixed asset system of Protection services to ensure that the asset register is timeously updated
  • Monitoring of the access control system and providing information thereof, when necessary and monitoring equipment upkeep.
  • Ensure that JPC meetings are convened as scheduled.
  • Effective interaction with all the relevant NKP role-players
  • Ensure that the access control system is functional and providing reports when necessary
  • Ensuring maintenance and checks of fire equipment
  • Provide accurate monthly Security reports reflecting the status of physical security
  • Proper representation of the Provincial 2x NKP installations in Security Officer’s Leadership Forums (SOLF)
  • Keep all emergency related plans up to date as per NKP requirements.
  • Ensure accurate office administration in accordance with instructions and relevant SOP’s/procedures.
  • Identify risks aligned to security and provide input for risk mitigating factors.
  • Adherence to SABC security related processes
  • Adherence to NKP Act and requirements
  • Ensure that no deviation occur which can be to the detriment of the SABC.
  • Effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.  
  • Liaise with all relevant NKP external stakeholders and role-players Providing guidance, mentorship and coaching to the outsourced security where necessary.
  • Skills transfer for security monitoring systems           .          
 
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Matric
  • 5 years’ experience in security environment
  • Psira registration at Grade A and NKP certificate.
  • 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 
 
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POSITION: PRODUCER DRAMA (LOTUS FM)
DIVISION: RADIO           
REPORT LINE: SENIOR PRODUCER MANDATE
SAP POSITION ID: 60020677
SCALE CODE: 403
 
CLOSING DATE: 17 APRIL 2024
 
To plan, co-ordinate and produce dramas and plays of high quality in accordance with SABC editorial guidelines and standards. 
 

Key Accountabilities
  • Make input in the development of plans for the drama department, in line with station strategy and priorities.
  • Workshop administrative staff, production teams, drama actors, script writers, quality assurers and authors on strategic objectives and priorities of the radio station or business unit.
  • Liaise with various internal (i.e. Sales and Marketing, Finance, Audience Research) and external content providers to ensure radio drama objectives are met.
  • Liaise with Market Intelligence and utilize other research sources to enhance the quality and relevance of radio dramas, and ensure that the station’s drama themes respond to audience needs at all times.
  • Help to develop station’s Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) and ensure sign off with internal and external stakeholders and monitor execution.
  • Conduct continuous reviews of products, markets and revenue opportunities in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure competitiveness.
  • Develop a multi- platform media approach for the department and ensure the drama series or soapies live longer by extending them to digital platforms.
  • Develop teasers and promos for each drama before it goes on air and create public engagement and listener feedback sessions.
  • Assess submitted scripts for suitability and provide feedback timeously to the writers.
  • Provide creative guidance and process mapping to drama authors, scriptwriters in order to develop drama scripts that are suitable for production and broadcast.
  • Provide guidance, support and monitor new writing talent in the development of their scripts (external Clients).
  • Make meaningful amendments to scripts and do quality assurance.
  • Generate and develop ideas for possible commissioning of scripts for special calendar events, commemorations and special broadcasts.
  • Manage and monitor the casting of appropriate talent for productions of the highest creative quality for plays and serials
  • Direct actors in the pursuit of obtaining the best possible performances for the given recording and narration of the storyline.
  • Guide and advise technical personnel in the choice and use of sound effects and recording techniques.
  • Guide the editing process to arrive at a production of excellent technical quality.
  • Monitor and facilitate the creativity of new ideas and innovative ways of achieving desired results.
  • Do impact assessment of the storyline and public feedback sessions frequently to improve on the quality of actors, storyline, scripting and messaging in the drama.
  • Adhere to regulations and broadcast legislation i.e. ICASA compliance, Broadcasting Act etc.
  • Monitor and report on the operational risks and compliance matters.
  • Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
  • Ensure compliance with Copyright Act.
  • Adhere to SABC editorial code, ICASA regulations and applicable policies.
  • Manage contacts and networks and maintain confidentiality of writers’ intellectual property.
  • Engage constantly with content providers internally and external to be able to develop detailed briefs for script writers and drama authors to achieve good quality productions in line with the station’s objectives.
  • Oversee public feedback engagements and respond to complaints and recommendations.
  • Liaise with Commercial Enterprises and Business Development around drama sponsorships and product placement campaigns to realize revenue growth.
  • Liaise with internal and external content providers to ensure content alignment to programming strategy.
  • Manage adequate staffing for fair workload distribution, succession planning and effective leadership.
  • Effective communication and briefing of actors, script writers, authors, technicians and administrative staff.
  • Provide direction on casting and attraction of drama script writers, actors, drama authors, quality assurers and language specialists.
  • Conduct Individual coaching, counseling and mentoring on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
  • Manage available staff and performance management.
 
Requirements:
  • National diploma or degree in Speech and Drama/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent qualification.
  • Qualification in theatre / radio / TV drama production.
  • Technical skills (pro-tools)
  • 3 years’ experience in radio content production
  • Excellent command of language of the radio station (both written and spoken).
  • Advanced knowledge of Radio production processes, tools and systems.
  • Ability to create reporting and filing systems to ensure accountability.
  • Project management skills.
  • Good problem solving skills.
  • Understanding of the different role players within the media landscape.
  • Digital media skills.
  • Sound understanding of current trends and socio-political issues.
  • Script writing and editing skills.
  • Knowledge of SABC Corporate Goals and other mandatory and legislative requirements regarding broadcast content.
  • Ability to work within a team environment, give advice and guidance appropriately.
  • Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Advanced computer skills
 
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