SABC Vacancies

SAP POSITION ID: 60020677

SCALE CODE: 403

CLOSING DATE: 08 DECEMEBR 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.
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   Requirements:
• National Diploma/Degree in Speech & Drama or equivalent qualification. NQF6
• Experience in theatre/radio/drama production
• Technical skills (pro-tools)
• 3 years’ experience in drama production
• Excellent command of language of the radio station (both written and spoken).
• Knowledge of day-to-day radio drama 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 drama production value chains.
• 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

Programmes Manager Ukhozi FM

POSITION:                        PROGRAMME MANAGER: UKHOZI FM (KZN) 

DIVISION:                         RADIO         

REPORT LINE:                 BUSINESS MANAGER

SAP POSITION ID:           60017962

SCALE CODE:                  130

CLOSING DATE: 04 DECEMBER 2024

(This is a 5-year contract position)

Main purpose of position

To develop and implement a programme strategy aligned with radio platforms strategy, specifying the acquisition, commissioning and production of international and local programmes to meet SABC mandate and radio requirements to target audiences that inform, educate and entertain.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement a Programming strategy in line with overall Radio strategy and objectives/goals.
• Conduct continuous reviews of on-air products (formats), markets and revenue opportunities, in order to meet strategic objectives and ensure that the station maintains its competitive edge.
• Liaise with various internal stakeholders (i.e. Sales and Marketing, Finance, Market Intelligence, sport, Education, etc.) and external parties, to ensure the station’s mandate and programming objectives are met.
• Develop and implement a multi-pronged talent management plan in line with audience needs and future proofing of the station.
• Develop a multi-platform media strategy to grow audience base.
• Monitor and manage the output of Programming plans for the station, keeping within allocated budget.
• Commission research and implement insights to ensure high quality programming and deliver to audience needs.
•  Monitor and review programmes to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with station positioning.
• Conduct talent scouting exercises and maintain a talent bank for station voices and creatives.
• Explore opportunities for Co-productions and product placement, for cost containment and revenue generation.
• Interact with radio sales to ensure that product campaigns run smoothly and are on time for prodcast.
• Utilize marketing resources and digital platforms to create talent and product awareness campaigns.
• Work with digital specialists to build and grow online communities around the station’s on-air products.
• Ensure adhere to licence conditions, and relevant legislation in broadcasting i.e. ICASA quotas, Broadcast Act, etc.
• Monitor and report on operational risks and non-compliance matters.
• Develop and implement internal control measures to ensure good governance within the programming value chain.
• Manage risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial losses and ensure compliance with applicable policies.
• Implement recommendations of internal audits and address identified gaps.
• Compile reports for various internal and external structures.
• Engage constantly with Internal and External business partners to achieve business objectives.
• Respond timorously to complaints.
• Liaise with Radio Sales and Adventure on programme sponsorships, trade exchanges and product placement in programmes to realize revenue.
• Liaise with internal and external content providers to ensure new innovations, cutting edge content, and alignment to organizational and national goals.
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy.
• Manage adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff and line management.
• Complete Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Provide individual coaching, counseling and mentoring of staff to assess and address developmental needs.
• Transfer of skills in line with succession planning.
• Manage available staff and identify potential to ensure fair and balanced distribution of work.
  
  Requirements:

• 3 year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/Media Studies/Business Management or equivalent qualification (NQF level 6/7)
• 6 years’ experience in Radio broadcasting of which 3 years should be at supervisory level.
• Develops well defined communication strategy for the business unit
• Markets and promotes the organization to external stakeholders
• Demonstrates logical problem solving approach and provides rationale for proposed solutions
• Develops and incorporates best practice people management processes, approaches and tools across finance departments.
• Creates processes to ensure accountability for people management and development.
• Develops comprehensive, integrated strategies and approaches to managing human resources and adaptive leadership style
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Radio production processes and broadcast systems.
• Excellent understanding of the public mandate and SABC editorial prescripts.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations, ICASA, BCCSA Code, SABC Editorial Policies.
• Advanced knowledge of programming tools and formats.
• Budget formulation and control.
• Advertising laws and regulations.
• Project management skills.
• Strategy development and execution
• Creative thinking.
• Candidate must have good command of IsiZulu both written and spoken
• Position is based in Durban

Regional Manager : KwaZulu-Natal

POSITION: REGIONAL MANAGER  (KZN)

DIVISION: COO OFFICE

REPORTING LINE: HEAD OF REGIONS,GOVERNANCE & STRATEGY

POSITION ID: 60020404

SCALE CODE: 125

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CLOSING DATE: 04 DECEMBER 2024

Reporting to Head of Region, Governance & Strategy: To develop and provide the strategic and operational leadership for the region, and coordinate and align the business activities of all the different functional divisions within the region, through optimal delivery and embedment of the regional plans with the organisational business strategy to ensure the financial and operational sustainability of the SABC within the region.

To develop centres of excellence (CoE) with the region and develop and maintained effective stakeholder engagements with business chambers, Premiers, Local and Regional Government and Traditional Leaders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

• Monitor and measure the strategy on a regular basis as well as ensuring that any short falls are raised and dealt with appropriately and timeously
• Develop and manage the regional operating model within sphere of control and ensure the continuous improvement thereof to ensure business improvement
• Development of regional capex and opex budget as per organization budget cycle.
• Set guidelines on optimal fund distribution / allocation in accordance with the organization’s budget constraints and strategic / operational requirements
• Ongoing monitoring of expenses against approved budget to manage financial performance, planning and forecasting that will be used to drive and implement all broadcasting initiatives in line with the SABC business strategy
• Manage expenses in such a manner to encourage cost containment
• Control capex and operational expenses within approved budgets
• Recognise areas for internal improvement and develops plans for implementation to ensure a clean audit report
• Monitor and ensure that the regional value chain for Operations
• Provide support and input in the development and implementation of COO budget.
• Oversee the monitoring of revenue and expenses to ensure the profitability of the regions

2. CONTENT AND PLATFORMS

• Implement and ensure adherence to the SABC editorial policy and governance framework to manage compliance and risks and maintain independence
• Focused marketing insights and intelligence to shape and direct the overall content strategy and planning process
• Adoption of digital multi-platform ways of working
• Use digital platforms to develop innovative next-generation products and services.
• Provide independent performance reporting to ensure regulatory compliance
• Oversee the management of regional content & platform risks to protect SABC’s integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations
   

3. DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF REGIONS STRATEGY

• Lead the Regional Management Committee to achieve regional objectives
• Develop and provide strategic oversight and alignment for the region, to ensure organisational objectives are cascaded, integrated and executed across the regions.
• Provide support and input in the development and implementation of the overarching SABC Operations strategy with the region.
• To consolidate, manage and execute multi-funtional regional strategy to achieve the strategic objectives of the SABC.
• Develop and implement an optimal operating model for the region that all functional areas into account on a matrix basis.
• Manage, monitor and ensure the achievement of regions objectives.
• Keep abreast of public service broadcasting, policies and regulations in order to advise the Regional Management Committee accordingly;
• Provide support and input in the development and implementation of effective corporate communications, public relations and quality strategies in order to positively influence the image of SABC in the region;
• Provide support and input in the development and implementation of customer service strategies and operations to deliver effective, efficient and quality customer services within the region;
• Assist in developing operational plans to achieve the regional goals and objectives.

4. PARTNERSHIPS

• Develop and leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the regional business goals 
• Understand consumer (clients/audience) behaviours & preferences
• Advise the Head of Regions on matters related to key stakeholder and membership liaison within scope of control
• Formulate, Implement and integrate SABC strategies for both internal and external stakeholders
• Formulate and drive the implementation of compliance with policies aimed at strengthening the SABC brand/s and stakeholder interface
• Contribute to diversity management initiatives and actively building business relationships
• Promote and obtain 3rd party funding for regional content productions
• Ensure optimal commitment and negotiation with key stakeholder to maximise ROI.
• Develop and Implement compelling and innovative internal and external solutions to enable customer-centricity.
• Effective internal and external stakeholder management to ensure optimal delivery.
• Liaise with regional sales teams to identify target market segments, finalise tariff structures and the implementation of strategies to grow revenue.
• Create and maintain cross functional communication with regional stakeholders
• Use station reach to develop inter-regional business and sales opportunities

5. HUMAN CAPITAL

• Ensure excellent human capital performance through performance management, employee empowerment, skills development and succession planning to attract and retain competent and Empowered Employees
• Integrate/embed SABC’s values & culture into all processes, procedures and practices to cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to company policies and values
• Leads a regional team by providing clarity of vision; alignment of functional teams; setting high expectations to create purposeful inspiring work; encouraging mutual support; and enabling high performance teams
• Ensure detailed workforce management planning to ensure optimal utilisation of staff
• Create of centre’s of excellence and a business partnering approach to obtain access to specialized skills
• Effective implementation and tracking of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Effective briefing and communication with regions.
• Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
   

6. GOVERNANCE

• Develop and maintain a regional governance & risk framework to drive operational accountability and efficiencies and reduce waste
• Analyse & report on all risks to the region to proactively mitigate any internal and external threats
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to SABC policies and procedures in the region
• Implement effective control measures to ensure good governance and compliance.
• Ensure execution of internal risk audits and address gaps
• Manage, control and ensure the maintenance of organisational provincial assets to ensure compliance to OHS Act and SABC Asset Management policy
• Monitor and report on regional operational risks and compliance.
• Monitor execution of internal risk audits and address gaps and provide execution of mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the management of regional risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislation.
• Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
• Review and implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework (COSO Model).
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures.

7. BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Use data analysis & collaboration to develop and implement multi – year business growth strategies for the region to deliver increased market/audience share 
• Ensure that existing traditional business is maintained and migrated to new digital platforms
• Leverage technology to optimise processes to achieve economies of scale/skills
• Oversee the monitoring of revenue and expenses to ensure the profitability of the region
• Keep abreast of new broadcasting developments and digital technologies and make appropriate recommendations to the COO/Execs 
• To optimise and align best practices and business process management across various functional areas within the region to improve Return on Investments, increase productivity and enable implementation assurance of new products and services development and adoption.
• Develop effective controls to ensure optimal regional operations
• Review and analyse operations and regional performance on a regular basis to ensure synergies across the regions.
• Provide feedback and reports to COO regarding regional operational and strategic issues
• Analyse trends and identify opportunities to grow.
• Explore and make recommendations on current operational processes to streamline and improve it for better efficiency and effectiveness

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Degree (NQF 7) qualifications in business management, operations or in a related field
• High level of IT Proficiency
• In-depth knowledge and exposure in the broadcasting environment is an advantage
• Strategic and scenario planning and Trend analysis experience
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations

EXPERIENCE

• 10 years related work experience in management; 5 of which must have be in a in a middle to senior management position 
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple departments and various budget and revenue streams simultaneously
• Good understanding and experience to commercialize business strategies
• Excellent financial management and scenario planning experience within the PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of SABC Financial Policy/Procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of SABC HR Policy/Procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of SABC Procurement Policy/Procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of SABC internal control measures including Delegation of Authority Framework
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant software applications
• Knowledge and understanding of SAP
• Knowledge and understanding of latest technology developments
• Knowledge & understanding of flow diagrams
• Knowledge & understanding of file formats
• Knowledge & understanding of different audio & video formats
• Knowledge & understanding of OHS Act

Manager Airtime Radio Sales

CLOSING DATE: 04 DECEMBER 2024

Position: Manager airtime radio

position id: 60020901

Scale code: 300

location: Johannesburg (Auckland Park)

Reporting Line: Head sales operations

Main purpose of the position:

Responsible for the efficient management of the Radio Commerical Airtime unit. To ensure implementation processes for the on-air and off air delivery of commercial elements across SABC Radio Platforms through people; processes and systems. Manage and deliver excellent service on all advertising inventory for advertising sales and develop strong internal and external stakeholder’s relationships.

Key Accountabilities:

Develop the Radio Airtime Management inputs for the annual departmental strategy.
Develop and implement strategic plans to create a support structure to enable delivery against all trading models.
Provide and guide in the process of airtime inventory in Sales Division from Policy making to SOPs to executions.
Provide input to ensure alignment of clients’ needs and requirements with actual execution.
Report on projects and deliverables
Facilitate the process to ensure that Airtime Sales Operations is sufficiently resourced and capacitated to deliver.
Provide direction for the administration within the unit (recording of revenue, contracts, booking instructions etcetera)
Conduct daily, weekly and monthly checks to ensure no revenue leakages within the department
Takes the lead in the achievement and maintenance of quality within the department and sets high standards of performance for self and others through innovation and quality control measures
Instill the company culture of competency and work ethic within the Unit and impart knowledge that empowers the team to make sound business decisions.
Resolving issues and provide guidance on Airtime Sales Operations matters to ensure conducive working environment
Identify gaps in the schedule in order to raise business opportunities for sales.
Implement mitigation factors for revenue leakages attributed by systems, operational model and staff inefficiencies.
Liaise with Sales Team, Agency Media Buyers, and Planners, GM Sales, SI, Sales Ops to ensure commercial requirements of advertising inventory is met.
Manage and Provide leadership and ensure compliance by the Team Leaders, Bookings Airtime Executives and Traffic and Scheduling Executives
Simplify and develop implementation processes and communications that are clear, concise and readily understood by internal/external stakeholders
Optimises inventory in line with ICASA mandate, ARA and or any other restrictions
Ensure adherence to all SABC Policies, SOPs, SLAs in Airtime Management
Develop and report observations and non-compliances in line with Risk and compliance requirements and provide input to relevant reporting structures
Responsible for Audit enquiries for Radio Airtime Management
Maintain close working relationships with SABC Platforms to ensure optimal management of Radio Airtime Department. Establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Manage the development of the staff through Learning and Development and develop on the job training programme for staff.
Ensure the implementation of performance management system and reviews.

minimum requirements:

National Diploma or Bachelors Degree (NQF6/7) in Communication / Marketing / Advertising / Business Management or relevant tertiary qualification
5 years’ experience in Radio and Television broadcasting i.e., Sales, Airtime Management, Sponsorship, Traffic, Medial logistics and Ingest environment.
3 years in supervisory role within the broadcasting industry or relevant.
Understanding of the Broadcasting Regulations and Legislations (ICASA, BCCSA)
Knowledge of Media Industry and Advertising industry
Knowledge of systems (SAP, Arianna, Telmar etc)
Ability to produce detailed project plans in which objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified
Self-motivated individual who is committed, hardworking and shows enthusiasm
Numerical skills.
Time management skills.
Analytical skills.
Problem solving ability.
Quality orientated with attention to detail.
Proactive and action orientated.
Communication skills (verbal and written)
Telephone etiquette
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills (interacts with others in a sensitive and effective way – respects and works well with others)
Customer Service orientated/
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels.
Administrative and people skills

Manager Business Support

Position                        : Manager Business Support

Division                        : Sales

Position id                    : 60020938

Scale code                     : 300     

Reporting line                : Head sales operations

CLOSING DATE: 04 December 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

To ensure the design of customer focused business processes, and oversee the implementation, management and support of cost-effective technical solutions that support business practices and Sales strategic objectives, in order to optimise the generation of advertising revenue.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  Contribute towards the development of and implementation of the Sales Operations strategy.
• Monitor and manage departmental inputs and outputs to ensure maximum efficiencies and regularly report progress.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans.
• Review and Report on the achievement of business units objectives. (Weekly, monthly and quarterly).
• Implement systems and processes to prevent revenue leakages, maximise revenue generation and support Divisional strategies.
• Ensure efficient operation of systems in accordance with agreed specifications.
• Analyse existing business processes, identifying needs, implementing improvements or new systems and monitoring performance
• Create and sustain a client services business culture, through investments in integrated technical solutions and quality control measures
• Project manages the design and implementation of client centric business processes and solutions, ensuring delivery within time and budget constraints
• Ensure that all system requirements, specifications and test cases are documented, approved and filed
• Ensure optimal utilisation of business systems by aligning systems to business requirements and providing the required user training
• Compile and review Sales Operations Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensure accurate billing of all advertising revenue
• Determine, monitor and control budget and ensure the cost-effective utilisation of resources
• Proper utilisation of the departmental budget by monitoring & reporting expenditure.
• Continuous monitoring and evaluation of processes, procedures and operations to identify and manage operational and financial risk.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures and proper corporate governance.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Review and implement Risk Management Plans in line with the organisational Risk Management Framework
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedure
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners
• Manage service providers according to Service Level Agreements
• Manage contractual negotiations with internal and external service providers
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Manage employee relations matters to ensure a conducive and productive working environment.
• Compile Personnel Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma/ Bachelor’s degree (NQF6/7) in Computer Science / Information Systems or relevant qualifications
• 5 years’ experience in IT / systems development on a middle management level
• 3 years supervisory experience
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the advertising industry, trends and developments and SABC brands.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations
• Relevant policies and procedures
• Business acumen
• Project management
• Digital media landscape
• Budget management
• PFMA and relevant National Treasury regulations
• Strategic management
• Management information systems
• Financial accounting standards
• Understanding of technology trends
• Business analysis and change management
• Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape

Group Executive: Video Entertainment

POSITION                            : GROUP EXECUTIVE: VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT  

DIVISION                             :VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT

REPORTLINE                      :CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

POSITION ID                       : 60004494

SCALE CODE                      : 115

 FIXED TERM CONTRACT (5 YEARS)  

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CLOSING DATE:03 DECEMBER 2024 

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the successful candidate will oversee and direct the strategy formulation, execution, and monitoring for the Video Entertainment Division to ensure the SABC commands a healthy competitive position for our Video Entertainment programmes and properties.

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT VE STRATEGY

• Develop and monitor the execution of the VE strategy in alignment with the Corporate Strategy and Corporate Plan
• Provide strategic direction to the VE Senior Management Team in the execution of Divisional strategy and objectives
• Ensure commercial viability and sustainability of the Content Acquisition process
• Ensure effective Scheduling & Programming across VE Channels and alignment in all Platforms
• Acquire content to ensure SABC+ growth in becoming a flagship platform, not only in South Africa but also in Africa
• Work very closely with the Sales or Commercial Division to ensure delivery on the Divisional revenue targets
• Constantly develop strategies to ensure the reception of alternative sources of revenue (non-advertising and sponsorship)
• Constantly conduct research and analysis on the video entertainment landscape to proactively stay ahead of the competition
• Work closely with the Marketing team to ensure Content Marketing
• Ensure the strategy is cascaded to Group Executive and the Board of Directors
   

CONTENT AND AUDIENCES – OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
• Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
• Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
• Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
• Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
• Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.  

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION & INNOVATION

• Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
• Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
• Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
• Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
• Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
• Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
• Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
• Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality
• Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO
• Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
• Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
   

PARTNERSHIP & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Develop local, continental and global partnerships relevant broadcasters, broadcast, technology and media industry players such as Production Houses, BRC, ICASA, etc
• Review existing strategic partnerships on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are sound and deliver the expected outcomes
• Ensure effective internal (Sales, Sport, Technology, Radio) and external stakeholder management to ensure optimal delivery.
• Develop MoUs with key strategic partners to leverage resources and optimise Operations execution of its strategy / plan.
   

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Ensure relevant, compelling, and competitive content is acquired
• Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the VE platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
• Work closely with Production Houses to ensure on-time delivery of Content and within prescribed quality.
• Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels, even after the ASO.
• Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the SABC including broadcasts, digital media, content acquisition, scheduling and programming in accordance with sound management principles, operational excellence and practices and in accordance with the SABC mandate and the requirements of its regulatory environment.
• Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
   

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS 

• Degree (NQF7) or equivalent qualifications.
• Master will be advantageous
   

EXPERIENCE  

• 10 or more years in Broadcasting experience in General Management.
• 5 or more years should have been at Group Executive level, preferably in the Broadcasting industry.
• Good understanding and experience to commercialize business strategies.
• Excellent financial management and scenario planning experience within the PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
   

KNOWLEDGE:

• In-depth understanding of VE Content Acquisition and or Production
• Experience in the public sector or familiarity with the PFMA and best-in-practise corporate governance, including King IV Codes of Good Governance.
• Knowledge of the Broadcasting Act, the Electronic Communications Act, the Public Finance Management Act, ICASA Regulations, and related National Treasury regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of SABC internal control measures including Delegation of Authority Framework
• Familiarity of the SABC Bill and Audio and Audio-visual Content Services (AAVCS) – Draft White Paper
• Knowledge and familiarity of the of the Broadcast Digital Migration (BDM) (and the subsequent Analogue Switch-Off (ASO)) program

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