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SOUTH AFRICAN BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SABS) 
 


SPECIALIST: MEDIA RELATIONS (SERVICE RENDER CONTRACT)

Details
Closing Date 2025/09/30
Reference Number SAB250917-1
Job Title SPECIALIST: MEDIA RELATIONS (SERVICE RENDER CONTRACT)
Job Type Fixed Term Contract
Branch Office of the CEO
Division Office of the CEO
Department Corporate Strategy
Job Grade D2
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / City Pretoria
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category Other
 
Job Advert Summary
Purpose Statement
To develop and support the implementation of media relations operational plan aimed at enhancing effective relations with the media as well as support the broader reputation enhancement of the SABS.
 
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace. 
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
  • Matric
  • Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Public Relations, Journalism or Communication or a related field
  • NQF Level 7
Experience
  • 8 years relevant work experience in media relations
  • 4 years specialist experience
  • Proven track record in developing media relations strategies and annual media plans at corporate level
  • Proven track record in writing and disseminating media releases
 
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
  • Functional Management
  • Contribute to the development of and implement a media relations operational plan in collaboration with the Head.
  • Develop and implement an annual media plan with quarterly deliverables in collaboration with the Head.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to the organisation regarding media relations protocols and processes.
  • Communicate overall media trends and results to the various business unit managers in consultation with the Head.
  • Act as media liaison for the SABS, when required.
  • Review media policies and procedures in consultation with the Head, as and when required.
  • Identify opportunities to improve media exposure.
  • Resolve media relations queries professionally within scope of control and timeously according to approved standard operating procedures, in consultation with the Head.
  • Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with the media.
  • Responsible for the dissemination of media releases in consultation with the Head, and management of a media list.
  • Ensure the effective media monitoring of SABS operations.
  • Release disseminated press releases to the SABS Marketing & Communications business unit for inclusion on relevant channels (e.g., website, social media, internal email, etc.) in consultation with the Head.
  • Implement all media initiatives according to the approved standard operating procedures to minimize all brand risk and build the SABS corporate identity in the market.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on media initiatives when required.
  • Provide input and compile reports and presentations as requested
  • Research and update the head regarding the latest media best practice
Risk and Compliance Management
  • Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
  • Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
  • Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Stakeholder Management
  • Identify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
  • Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
  • Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
  • Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required.
  • Actively liaise and build relationships with SABS clients and service providers to ensure that the service standards are met appropriately.
  • Effectively manage customer complaints through timeous resolution and/or escalation as required.
  • Analyze queries and develop mechanisms to proactively resolve common issues and share lessons learned.


Attachment
Advert - Specialist-Media Relations..pdf (156.15 kb) - 9/17/2025 4:08:31 PM

 
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
 
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​SPECIALIST: DATA AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT - LABORATORY SERVICES (RE-ADVERT)
 
Details

Closing Date 2025/09/23
Reference Number SAB250912-1
Job Title Specialist: Data And Technical Support - Laboratory Services (Re-advert)
Job Type Permanent
Branch Operations
Division Laboratory Service
Department Chemicals and Materials
Job Grade D2
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / City Pretoria
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category Human Resources

Job Advert Summary
 
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for, and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
 
Purpose Statement
To provide expert-level innovative solutions towards integrating Laboratory Services Division departments,/laboratories and, to develop and maintain support processes and procedures within the Division. In addition, implement systems and reporting processes providing appropriate Management Information to ensure effective and accurate decision-making.

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
  • Grade 12
  • Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B Degree in Natural Science, Engineering and or related field (NQF Level 7). 
Work Experience
  • 8 years relevant work experience in business improvement or a related environment
  • 4 years specialist experience
  • Proven track record in the development and implementation of business improvement/ integration methodologies and protocol
  • Experience in Conformity Assessment will be advantageous. 
 
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
  • Conduct feasibility studies on available laboratory data mining information to enable decision making in the Laboratory Services environment.
  • Design and implement suitable data mining mechanisms and processes to collate and integrate data from the various laboratories in SABS.
  • Provide appropriate and accurate data mining information for management consideration supporting decision making in Laboratory Services.
  • Assist in the development of systems specifications and project scoping as part of the laboratory improvement initiatives, in collaboration with other SABS divisions.
  • Conduct testing of suitable solutions and tools in collaboration with other SABS divisions to ensure optimal functionality and integration as required.
  • Provide recommendations for laboratory operational improvements, product rationalisation and new product development.
  • Collaborate with ICT to develop solutions relevant to data collection and knowledge management systems.
  • Collaborate with the Programme Management Office during the initiation and implementation of laboratory process improvement projects.
  • Identify processes and procedures which could be automated using data mining tools and provide advocacy on available solutions for consideration.
  • Provide recommendations for digital transformation of all relevant laboratory services records.
  • Provide input and identify opportunities for automation within laboratory services.
  • Management of all centralised divisional projects, e.g. calibration, subcontracting, training, customer complaints resolution, etc.
Risk and Compliance Management
  • Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
  • Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
  • Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
  • Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
  • Ensure that LSD systems adhered to company policies and standards.
Stakeholder Management 
  • Identify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
  • Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
  • Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
  • Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required.
  • Provide technical support on projects when required.
  • Actively liaise and build relationships with SABS clients and service providers to ensure that the service standards are met appropriately.
  • Effectively manage customer complaints through timeous resolution and/or escalation as required.
  • Analyze queries and develop mechanisms to proactively resolve common issues and share lessons learned.

Attachment
Advert - Special - Specilaist - Data and Technical Support.pdf (155.63 kb) - 9/12/2025 4:01:19 PM

 
Policy
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE