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SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SABC)
 
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​SENIOR REPORTER (NORTH WEST)
Reporting Line: Assignment Editor – North West
Division: News and Current Affairs
Scale Code: 401
Position ID: 60019096
 
THE MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
 
CLOSING DATE: 17 DECEMBER 2025
 
To identify, initiate, investigate, research and produce incisive journalism in English AND Setswana or Afrikaans that is fair, accurate and compelling in accordance with SABC News and Current Affairs’ editorial objectives and the public broadcasting mandate.
 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  • Conceptualise and produce stories for News and Current Affairs across platforms in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and public mandate.
  • Present and produce a weekly diary of proposed stories to the Editor/s.
  • Conduct interviews and provide in-depth and comprehensive treatment of stories for SABC News’ broadcasting and digital publishing platforms.
  • To stand in/act on the desk when the Assignment Editor is off or on leave.
  • Provide story leads to Editor/s, break evidence-based stories, and coordinate interviews for various News and Current Affairs platforms as required.
  • Attend diary meetings and contribute to editorial discussions on self-initiated and other stories.
  • Conduct primary investigations for original, incisive, and compelling content.
  • Professionally live Tweet coverage of breaking and rolling events and stories.
  • Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Council codes, as well as to all other broadcasting regulations and policies.
  • Ensure balance and appropriate contextualisation of stories.
  • Support themed coverage and special productions with background information for depth and breadth.
  • Contribute textual and audio-visual news items and features to the digital news platforms.
  • Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly visualisation of all numerical and textual data.
  • Employ evidence-based insights to generate ground-breaking story ideas and angles.
  • Work with relevant research agencies, 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 News and Current Affairs platforms.
  • For TV, work closely with video journalists/video editors to ensure visuals, interviews, and edited products are 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 and Current Affairs.
  • Adhere to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA, and Press Council codes and ensure high-quality editorial and production standards.
  • Adhere and comply with the organisational policies and procedures.
  • Observe journalistic and editorial ethics, as well as craft protocols, and uphold SABC News and Current Affairs’ integrity.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • National Diploma/ Bachelor’s degree in Journalism / Media studies – NQF 6/7.
  • 8 years’ experience in News and Current Affairs field reporting.
  • A proven and demonstrable ability to produce for more than one broadcasting/publishing platform is a must.
  • A well-established and active digital media presence.
  • Proven track record of exceptional of journalistic performance.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of News and Current Affairs production systems and processes.
  • Advanced understanding of public broadcasting principles and obligations.
  • Clear broadcast voice.
  • The ability to work under pressure, irregular hours and to tight deadlines is essential.
  • Advanced computer skills (Microsoft, Internet, Dalet/Dira/Audacity and ENPS etc).
 
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TECHNICAL ASSISTANT: ELECTRICAL
SCALE CODE: 407 (Paterson B2 / Peromnes 14)
POSITION NUMBER: 60017910
DIVISION: REAL ESTATE & LOGISTICS
DEPARTMENT: BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
REPORT LINE: ARTISAN - ELECTRICAL
 
CLOSING DATE: 12 DECEMBER 2025
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To assist in the carrying out the maintenance and repairs of electrical facilities, in order to ensure the maximum effectiveness of systems.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ASSIST IN MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
  1. Provide support and assistance in connection with facilities electrical equipment maintenance planning, scheduling and execution.
  2. Assist electricians during preventative maintenance, breakdowns and projects.
  3. Perform tasks as directed by the Team Leader/Supervisor/ Electrician to assist with site preparation, general maintenance work, installations, inspections, diagnosing faults, testing, repairs, maintenance of electrical equipment, lights, appliances and fixtures and cleaning the work area on completion.
  4. As directed by the Team Leader/Supervisor/ Electrician assist with storage, lifting, fetching supplies, unloading and checking deliveries.
  5. Liaising with the Team Leader/Supervisor/ Electrician and other employees and performing work in accordance with the agreed requirements and within agreed time frames.
  6. Maintain close working relationship with internal and external clients, in order to ensure optimal delivery on client needs and requirements.
  7. Taking responsibility for equipment issued and ensuring that the equipment provided is used in accordance with the training provided.
  8. Assist with the identification of defects and or the need for repairs to minimize disruptions to SABC operations due to equipment failures.
  9. Assisting with research on new equipment, technologies and technology trends in order to enhance the efficiencies and effectiveness of SABC technical operations.
 
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
  1. Obey lawful orders and instructions
  2. Comply with organizational policies and procedures
  3. Adhere to standard safe work procedures
  4. Ensuring good housekeeping and cleanliness within the designated area
  5. Immediately report any hazards to the health and safety of employees to line management
 
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Grade 12, National Certificate in Electrical or equivalent qualification (N3)
 
EXPERIENCE
1 Year experience as an Electrical Assistant or Internship.
 
KNOWLEDGE
  • Basic knowledge of building electrical systems (Electricity Distribution, Wiring of Installations, MV and LV Switchgears, Standy Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Lighting, Motors etc).
  • Basic system failure
  • Must be a team player.
  • Be prepared to work in various environments with different disciplines.
  • Must be prepared to work overtime when required.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE