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Principal Technician Western Cape

SOUTH AFRICAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION

Principal Technician Western Cape

Report Line                : Sectional Lead: Technical Services

Division                      : Technology

Scale Code                :  401

Position Id                 : 60018347

CLOSING DATE: 16 OCTOBER 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to design, install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks in order to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

  • Contribute and provide (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
  • Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments.
  • Interpretation of tactical needs to enhance and promote technology infrastructures and customer user requirements and specifications.
  • Investigate and interpret business requirements in accordance to functional requirements workflows and international best practices.

MANAGED PROJECT

  • Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development.
  • Provide in Capex Project with designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions.
  • Design innovative solutions and plan of in-area system projects with implementation and monitoring to their completion on-time and within constraints.

 FINANCE MOTIVATIONS

  • Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations.
  • Accurate calculation and submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget.
  • Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
  • Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed.
  • Long-term maintenance matrix planning submissions to develop system and equipment life/cycle.
  • Long-term Capex motivational planning submissions.
  • Opex budget input to ensure adequate funds budgeting for future Financial Fiscal.
  • Asset management control; oversight of tracking and transfers. Updated Asset Register maintained as per Company Asset Management policy.

MANAGED OPERATIONAL PERFOMANCE

  • Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
  • Above average rating of SLA.
  • Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards.
  • Set service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them.
  • Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required.
  • Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (maintenance and tasks), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations.
  • Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed.
  • Design, plan and control the delivery of technical tasks and projects to their completion on time & within agreed specifications.
  • Ongoing monitoring with preventative and corrective deliverables in accordance with overall maintenance plans for all the areas.
  • Prevention of re-occurring faults and less than agreed fault target.
  • Set service delivery standards and lead the team to achieve them.

SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND MAINTANCES

  • Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %.
  • Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on-air systems).
  • Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime.
  • Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults.
  • Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems.
  • Ensure virus free, secure, functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
  • Establish and sustain compatibility & integration between all digital systems.
  • Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks.
  • Proper analysis of daily fault reports to identify & address non-compliance.
  • Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and software.
  • Prevent re-occurring issues and workflow processes with the design of innovative solutions.
  • Monitor and control compliance with agreed planned & preventative maintenance schedule.
  • Monthly controlled digital equipment and systems failover tests to promote reliable system resilience and ensure full functional, reliable and backup recovery is sustained at all times.
  • Daily analysis of report logs and equipment against checklist to determine system health/ availability to identify and proactively correct non-compliance.
  • Monthly report of maintenance, system integrity and health of digital systems.
  • Daily/ Monthly backup of all system data in line with Broadcast Continuity.
  • Ensure Compliance of maintenance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and digital system requirements.
  • Development of checklists to promote proactive system health checks to ensure preventative and corrective initiatives.
  • Quarterly review and update of all technical documentation.
  • Design, update and monitor workflow drawing and technical drawing accrue.
  • Daily shift and monthly reporting of faults, tasks, risks, red flag escalations and status progress of deliverables.
  • Design and assist (when required) with rigging of facilities, ensuring the efficient and effective functionality and subsequently dismantling of the complete infrastructure without existing facility disruptions (For OB facilities safe return to the SABC base).
  • Support (when required) all Outside Broadcast infrastructure in order to operate and adhere to technical, operational and safety specifications, maximising the utilisation of facilities and resources for successful recording, production and broadcast.
  • Computer literacy.

ENGINEERING

  • Driving of all preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability.
  • Designing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions.

GOVERNANCE AND OPERATIONAL COMPLIANCE

  • Procurement of correct digital solution in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures.
  • Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans.
  • Monitor adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedure
  • Compliance with OEM software licenses.
  • SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity.
  • Design and implement a working Disaster Recovery Plan for the facilities/section to manage all potential broadcast failures.
  • Provide relevant information to both external and internal auditors for all audit engagements.
  • Resolve and implement internal and external Audit recommendations.
  • Technical SCM support for project process (Bid Specification Committee, Bid Evaluation Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee).
  • Adjust to ensure compliance in according with Enterprise Broadcast Architecture Framework (EBAF), broadcast standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU), ISO’s and customer requirements.
  • Compliance of maintenance with manufacturer specifications & system requirements.

ASSET MANAGEMENT

  • 95% of assets verified annually.
  • Initiate & coordinate annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan).

MANAGED CUSTOMER SERVICE

  • Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
  • Monitor compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non- conformance.
  • Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options.
  • Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints.
  • Technical support and advice of customers re facilities, workflows and operations.
  • Internal and external client liaison regarding technical compliance.
  • Regular OEM engagements to understand current and future based needs, thereby providing expert innovative measures and solutions to all aspects of broadcast environment.

MANAGED INDIVIDUAL & TEAM

  • Compliance with performance management policies and procedures.
  • Performance agreements with manager annually.
  • Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly).
  • Individual technical training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs.
  • Technical training in accordance with SABC best practice guide.
  • Assist individuals development to set standards.
  • Assist individual with Career Development Plan (CDP).
  • Contribute and assist in some managerial/ supervision activities, i.e. (Acting Capacity; Represent the department at some meetings, technical or operational administration).

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6).
  • IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+).

  EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in technical broadcast environment, of the 7 years a minimum of 3 years as Senior Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services within a Broadcast Environment.

KNOWLEDGE

Advanced/ Expert Knowledge of:

  • Assemble a personal computer and peripherals from modules.
  • Component level repairs; Installations and repairs of fault components.
  • Calibration of broadcasting equipment.
  • Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
  • Ability to develop and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to design and implement contingencies, back-up strategies and develop their implementations.
  • Shift and system fault bypass competency for direct on-air emergencies and support.
  • Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
  • Technical & Operational Support, advice and consultation.
  • Performing and guiding Preventative & Corrective Maintenance of Equipment/Facilities.
  • Facilitating Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
  • Project Implementation.
  • instrumentation including the maintenance and repairs to broadcast test and measurement equipment.
  • In-depth understanding and application of broadcast and production television fundamentals, including.
  • analogue and digital, radio and television systems, metadata, audio and video (DTT, OTT and VOD Impact)..
  • System analysis which is defined as being able to visualise individual components within the system to determine fault using broadcast chain knowledge.
  • Operations of broadcast equipment.
  • Switching and routing of audio and video signals.
  • Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports.
  • Expert knowledge, experience and skills pertaining to the digital systems within the broadcast environment, involving Broadcast Media Servers, Studios, Non-linear Craft Editing, Tape Machines and Quality Control.
  • Systems, automation systems, integrations between systems, On-Air Playout and Graphics systems.
  • A comprehensive understanding of analogue and digital television standards, file and on-line streaming formats and acquisition formats.
  • Ability to repair, configuring/ set-up, test and operate broadcast equipment.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Windows Domains.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of network administration; Active Directory, user and resource; setting up policies to restrict user intervention.
  •  Ability to design, plan, setup, control, repairs, maintain, configure and install new and existing Local Area.
  • Networks. This includes: domain administration – Active directory software; Domain name system (DNS) software, Database/s; Security etc.
  • Ability to setup and maintain the broadcast Windows Domain/s which includes the deployment of windows patches, Service Packs and the deployment of anti-virus software thereby mitigating the risk on the Broadcast.
  • The ability to tighten security with users and resources setting up policies and by isolating the broadcast network.
  • Ability to perform, plan, control and implement maintenance, modifications and installations of new and existing systems and technical equipment; hardware and software.
  • Ability to setup and manage LUNs in storage/backup technologies such as SAN, NAS, LTO etc.
  • Ability to plan and setup contingencies and apply back-up strategies and develop their implementations, within the digital environment to ensure quick recovery and reduced on-air failures, i.e. data backup and disaster recovery.
  • Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
  • Mechanical installations and repairs of fault components (e.g. replacing hardware, or components -repairs).
  • Ability to do Hardware and Software support for Servers and the necessary experience to use the tools thereby ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery of performance to achieve the requirements.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of system, workflow process diagrams used for planning, setting up studios and or networks and facility as per as-built drawings and diagrams.
  • Ability to setup and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting
  • Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
  • Technical & Operational consultation for Support/ Advice.
  • Installations and repairs of faulty components (e.g. replacing hardware, components repairs).
  • Ability to guide and mentor team members and junior staff and share knowledge.
  • Ability to develop and facilitate training materials, procedures and train technical team and users in the proper use of hardware or software.
  • User Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
  • Ability to translate technical terms, workflows and provide support, advice and consultation to clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions.
  • Ability to maintain close working relationships with internal and external service providers and OEM, in order to ensure optimal delivery on facilities innovations, migrations, needs and requirements.
  • Ability to draft, plan and implement projects.
  • Ability to write Technical/ Operational reports, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports etc.
  • Expert knowledge, experience & understanding of digital platforms of Media servers with Automation and Control. Allowing the knowledgebase to cover new emerging technologies, using various operating systems.
  • Ability to develop strategies and implement future innovation to enable, improve and enhance technological workflows and platforms.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of audio & video distribution and contribution systems and routing.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of relevant internal (EBAF) and international standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU, ISO).
  • Develop, plan and provide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
  • Advanced knowledge, experience & understanding of broadcast facility design, system integrations aligned with international best practices.
  • Knowledge & understanding of relevant Company policies /procedures.
  • Knowledge, understanding & application for office administrational tasks and communications.

Drama Producer: RSG

Producer Drama – RSG

Reporting line: Programme Manager

Division:  Radio

Scale Code: 403

Position ID:  60017980

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CLOSING DATE: 17 OCTOBER 2024

Main Purpose of the position

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, scriptwriters, 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), 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 livelonger 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.
     
    INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    QUALIFICATIONS
  • National diploma or degree in Speech and Drama/Media Studies/Communication or equivalent qualification. NQF 6
  • 3 years’ experience in Radio content production
  • Qualification in theatre / radio / TV drama production would be an advantage
  • Excellent command of language of the radio station (both written and spoken).
  • Technical skills (pro-tools)
  • 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

Music Compiler: RSG

CLOSING DATE : 16 OCTOBER 2024

POSITION:                           MUSIC COMPILER: RSG

DIVISION:                            RADIO          

REPORT LINE:                    PROGRAMME MANAGER: RSG

SAP POSITION ID:              60017976

SCALE CODE:                     401

Main purpose of position

The main purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction to the overall sound of the station and to manage the overall playlist through selection and research to retain and grow the station’s P1 audience and increase Time Spent Listening (TSL).

Key Accountabilities: 

•    Contribute to the development and implementation of the station’s music strategy and Music Policy in accordance with the station’s format and ICASA license conditions
•     Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles /genres where applicable to enhance station’s music strategy.
•     Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programmes Manager in achieving goals and objectives of overall programming strategy.
•    Manage, maintain, modify and update the station’s music universe and categories on a regular basis in line with the station strategy.
•     Ensure that the station’s categories are up to date to ensure a seasonal & thematic approach in line with the target audience’s consumption patterns and station format.
•     Ensure that the music details are correctly captured on the systems to ensure accurate reporting.
•     Ensure daily housekeeping to eliminate any database or system errors.
•     Create and maintain back-up and emergency database of music playlist.
•     Maintain general maintenance of the scheduling and playout databases to ensure that it remains in working order.
•    Program detailed clocks to ensure accurate scheduling of music, imaging, promos and advertisements.
•     Administer and manage the music committee.
•     Manage new music submissions to ensure that all submissions are accounted for.
•     Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.
•     Advise the station on music trends based on research.
•     Compiling and reconciliation of daily logs to ensure accurate output on the playout system.
•     Export and integrate daily music logs on the playout system and circulate a copy to the on-air team.
•     Assist with scheduling promos and station imaging on a regular basis.
•     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 arrange artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.
•     Contribute to the development of the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.
•     Conduct regular informal desktop 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 for 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.
•     Compile weekly / daily charts in line with recommendations from the music committee.
•     Ensure smooth flow of music on automated shows by loading all elements such as song intro, hooks, outro on the relevant systems.
•    Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.
•     Pro-actively facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders around music programming.
•     Lead and participate in station music policy development and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).
•     Maintain and facilitate good relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regards to collecting music royalties.
Ensure that the ICASA local content quotas are adhered to for the performance period.
•     Conduct regular spot checks to ensure adherence to daily playlists and implement correctional measures.
•     Maintain the music master database to ensure a credible playlist data.
•     Arrange and document all on-air interviews.
•    Adhere to SABC policies regarding music compilation and music submission i.e to prevent PAYOLA and other irregularities.
•     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 requirements.
•     Report all faults and maintain documentation.
•     Provide detailed monthly/quarterly music reports i.e ICASA and SAMRO Reports.
•     Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.
•     Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.
•     Proactively give regular feedback to industry stakeholders.

Requirements: 

•    Matric and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Sound engineering / Broadcasting / Media and any other related field.
•    4 years’ experience in the broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in the music compilation environment at a radio station.
•    Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
•    Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
•    Knowledge of rules and regulations of the South African Music Industry
•    Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
•    Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems and various scheduling software.
•    Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
•    Problem solving skills
•    Project management skills
•    Good communication skills, verbal and written.
•    Research skills.
•    Basic digital media skills.

MUSIC COMPILER: 5FM X2

DIVISION :                            RADIO

REPORT LINE:                    PROGRAMME MANAGER

SAP POSITION ID:              60018003 & 60018004

SCALE CODE:                     401

CLOSING DATE : 15 OCTOBER 2024

Main purpose of position

The main purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction to the overall sound of the station and to manage the overall playlist through selection and research to retain and grow the station’s P1 audience and increase Time Spent Listening (TSL).

Key Accountabilities

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of the station’s music strategy and Music Policy in accordance with the station’s format and ICASA license conditions
  • Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles /genres where applicable to enhance station’s music strategy.
  • Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programmes Manager in achieving goals and objectives of overall programming strategy.
  • Manage, maintain, modify and update the station’s music universe and categories on a regular basis in line with the station strategy.
  • Ensure that the station’s categories are up to date to ensure a seasonal & thematic approach in line with the target audience’s consumption patterns and station format.
  • Ensure that the music details are correctly captured on the systems to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Ensure daily housekeeping to eliminate any database or system errors.•     Create and maintain back-up and emergency database of music playlist.•     Maintain general maintenance of the scheduling and playout databases to ensure that it remains in working order.Program detailed clocks to ensure accurate scheduling of music, imaging, promos and advertisements.•     Administer and manage the music committee.•     Manage new music submissions to ensure that all submissions are accounted for.•     Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.•     Advise the station on music trends based on research.•     Compiling and reconciliation of daily logs to ensure accurate output on the playout system.•     Export and integrate daily music logs on the playout system and circulate a copy to the on-air team.•     Assist with scheduling promos and station imaging on a regular basis.•     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 arrange artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.•     Contribute to the development of the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.•     Conduct regular informal desktop 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 for 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.•     Compile weekly / daily charts in line with recommendations from the music committee.•     Ensure smooth flow of music on automated shows by loading all elements such as song intro, hooks, outro on the relevant systems.Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.•     Pro-actively facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders around music programming.•     Lead and participate in station music policy development and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).•     Maintain and facilitate good relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regards to collecting music royalties.Ensure that the ICASA local content quotas are adhered to for the performance period.•     Conduct regular spot checks to ensure adherence to daily playlists and implement correctional measures.•     Maintain the music master database to ensure a credible playlist data.•     Arrange and document all on-air interviews.Adhere to SABC policies regarding music compilation and music submission i.e to prevent PAYOLA and other irregularities.•     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 requirements.•     Report all faults and maintain documentation.•     Provide detailed monthly/quarterly music reports i.e ICASA and SAMRO Reports.•     Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.•     Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.•     Proactively give regular feedback to industry stakeholders.
  • Requirements:
  • Matric and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Sound engineering / Broadcasting / Media and any other related field.
  • 4 years’ experience in the broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in the music compilation environment at a radio station.
  • Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
  • Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
  • Knowledge of rules and regulations of the South African Music Industry
  • Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
  • Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems and various scheduling software.
  • Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
  • Problem solving skills
  • Project management skills
  • Good communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Research skills.
  • Basic digital media skills.

Production Controller x3

POSITION:             Production Controller

DIVISION:              Video Entertainment – Operations

REPORT LINE:       Manager – Production Control

SCALE CODE:       401

POSITION ID:         60019714

CLOSING DATE: 15 OCTOBER 2024

 MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

The purpose of the job is to evaluate SABC funded production budgets line by line against SABC pricing norms by considering specific needs of the production; and ensure optimal use of resources to achieve the intended outcome; and on-going monitoring of risk to reduce threats to project objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Contribute to the development of the Production Management Strategy
  • Implement the approved Production Management Strategy
  • Maintaining cost within the operational Production Management budget
  • Effective management of the productions within the Video Entertainment approved budget
  • Finalisation of production budgets and closures of projects within the approved timelines
  • Eliminate Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure and Irregular Expenditure on productions
  • Ensure that production cashflow is aligned to the production schedule and Production Control deliverables
  • Effective management of production control process to ensure that productions continue without disruption
  • Review the Production Control Tariff List annually to ensure that rates are in line with the industry norms
  • Negotiate volume deals with suppliers to achieve economies of scale in the allocated production budget
  • Compile and deliver accurate and timeous monthly report and production progress report.
  • Review the budget pack and ensure that it remains current
  • Assess the underlying information presented by the producer to confirm the accuracy of the production’s financial status.
  • Ensure that the production expenditures are accounted for and used economically, efficiently and solely for the purpose for which they are granted
  • Monitor compliance with the provisions of the production agreement and promote sound, efficient and well managed productions
  • Help prevent and detect fraudulent activities; and aid producers in establishing an ethical television industry
  • Eliminate deliberate misstatement, misrepresentation and omission of financial reporting data that could affect the smooth operation and efficiency of the production
  • Keep abreast of latest technology and production techniques to ensure effective production and use of available funds
  • Ensure transparency of production processes by applying industry norms and keeping relevant parties informed
  • Visit production offices and sets to ensure reconciliation between production processes and budgets
  • Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance
  • Oversee the management of production finance to protect organizational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations
  • Report on operational risk and compliance profile as related to finance
  • Adhere to finance policies and standard operating procedures
  • Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance
  • Oversee the production budget and mitigate possible risks to prevent financial loss
  • Verify internal and external resource utilization
  • Assist in the compilation of production benchmarks for all productions
  • Report on production expenditure against budget per production
  • Ensure that Performance Management Contract are completed and signed annually
  • Ensure that Performance Management Contracts are reviewed quarterly
  • Ensure that Personal Development Plans are completed annually

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma (NQF 7/ NQF6) in Film and Television Production/Communication / Financial / Cost Accounting/ Business Management or related equivalent qualifications.
  • 7 years’ experience in the broadcasting production environment with specific knowledge in any of the television production disciplines, being production management; line producing; production accounting; or production budgeting of which 2 years in production accounting.
  • Experience in a variety of genres and sub-genres in any of the above disciplines including but not limited to fiction, documentary, variety & magazine and reality.
  • PFMA knowledge
  • Internal Auditing
  • Business Plan
  • Project management

Music Compiler: METRO FM

CLOSING DATE: 15 OCTOBER 2024 

DIVISION:                                          DIVISION:                                      RADIO

 REPORT LINE:                                PROGRAMME MANAGER: METRO FM

SAP POSITION ID:                          60017951

SCALE CODE:                                  401

Main purpose of position

The main purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction to the overall sound of the station and to manage the overall playlist through selection and research to retain and grow the station’s P1 audience and increase Time Spent Listening (TSL).

Key Accountabilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of the station’s music strategy and Music Policy in accordance with the station’s format and ICASA license conditions

•     Conduct research, develop and introduce new angles /genres where applicable to enhance station’s music strategy.

•     Develop and maintain an appropriate environment to support the Programmes Manager in achieving goals and objectives of overall programming strategy.

Manage, maintain, modify and update the station’s music universe and categories on a regular basis in line with the station strategy.

•     Ensure that the station’s categories are up to date to ensure a seasonal & thematic approach in line with the target audience’s consumption patterns and station format.

•     Ensure that the music details are correctly captured on the systems to ensure accurate reporting.

•     Ensure daily housekeeping to eliminate any database or system errors.

•     Create and maintain back-up and emergency database of music playlist.

•     Maintain general maintenance of the scheduling and playout databases to ensure that it remains in working order.

Program detailed clocks to ensure accurate scheduling of music, imaging, promos and advertisements.

•     Administer and manage the music committee.

•     Manage new music submissions to ensure that all submissions are accounted for.

•     Receive new music from various sources and apprise the music committee.

•     Advise the station on music trends based on research.

•     Compiling and reconciliation of daily logs to ensure accurate output on the playout system.

Export and integrate daily music logs on the playout system and circulate a copy to the on-air team.

•     Assist with scheduling promos and station imaging on a regular basis.

•     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 arrange artists for interviews in line with station mandate, identity and music policy.

•     Contribute to the development of the music policy, SOPs, SLA’s and procedures in order to maintain unique sound for the station.

•     Conduct regular informal desktop 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 for 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.

•     Compile weekly / daily charts in line with recommendations from the music committee.

•     Ensure smooth flow of music on automated shows by loading all elements such as song intro, hooks, outro on the relevant systems.

  • Maintain good relationships with Record Companies, Artists and Promoters.

•     Pro-actively facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders around music programming.

•     Lead and participate in station music policy development and playlist meetings (music committee meetings).

•     Maintain and facilitate good relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regards to collecting music royalties.

Ensure that the ICASA local content quotas are adhered to for the performance period.

•     Conduct regular spot checks to ensure adherence to daily playlists and implement correctional measures.

•     Maintain the music master database to ensure a credible playlist data.

•     Arrange and document all on-air interviews.

  • Adhere to SABC policies regarding music compilation and music submission i.e to prevent PAYOLA and other irregularities.

•     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 requirements.

•     Report all faults and maintain documentation.

•     Provide detailed monthly/quarterly music reports i.e ICASA and SAMRO Reports.

•     Provide music committee reports and recommendations where necessary.

•     Provide music listening session scorecards, as and when needed.

•     Proactively give regular feedback to industry stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Matric and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Sound engineering / Broadcasting / Media and any other related field.
  • 4 years’ experience in the broadcasting environment of which 2 years should be in the music compilation environment at a radio station.
  • Understanding of SABC policies and SOPs.
  • Knowledge of South African broadcasting legislation.
  • Knowledge of rules and regulations of the South African Music Industry
  • Knowledge of music trends, and industry players.
  • Basic understanding of radio broadcasting systems and various scheduling software.
  • Basic understanding of sound broadcasting.
  • Problem solving skills
  • Project management skills
  • Good communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Research skills.
  • Basic digital media skills.

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER (C00) 1 (12541)

POSITION                            : CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

DIVISION                             :COO

REPORTLINE                      : GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (GCEO)

POSITION ID                       : 60004495

SCALE CODE                      :110B

FIXED TERM CONTRACT (5 YEARS)  

CLOSING DATE:14 OCTOBER 2024  

Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will assist the GCEO in the development of organization strategy, policies and goals that ensure operational excellence, broadcast continuity and quality, employee, financial performance, digital transformation and innovation, as well as the sustained growth of the functions and business units set out above. Operations is the home of the majority of SABC employees. The role of COO will therefore require an incumbent to live out the principles and practices of effective leadership, develop high-perforce / high- engagement working environments and to apply effective talent management practices to optimise the contribution of all of it’s people. 

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT COO STRATEGY

  • Together with other members of Exco, support and enable the crafting and execution of corporate and functional unit / divisional strategies.
  • Develop and provide effective strategic oversight.
  • Ensure the effective performance management of all Operations Divisions to ensure objectives are well aligned, cascaded, executed, reviewed and course corrected.
  • Contribute to commercial viability and sustainability through effective content acquisition, scheduling and programming.
  • Grow SABC Plus as the corporation’s flagship platform and offering.
  • Ensure competitiveness of content / programming across radio stations, television / entertainment / digital channels in their respective markets (audience satisfaction & market share growth).
  • Support marketing and advertising to attract relevant advertising and sponsorships.
  • Deliver on Operations commercial opportunities, inclusive of the digitisation and sale of legacy content and revenue associated with outside broadcasts.
  • Prudent development and ongoing management of all Operations budgets (capex & opex) and costs, in accordance with Finance / SCM policies and procedures to ensure sound governance and financial viability.
  • Ongoing monitoring and control of capex and opex expenses against approved budget, including cost containment initiatives as may be required.
  • Oversee and cause the sound management of all Operations’
  • assets and resources in line with prescripts and policies.

CONTENT AND AUDIENCES – OPERATIONS

  • Deliver relevant, compelling content and programming across the right platforms, channels and devices to ensure audience satisfaction and growth.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy that aligns with the broadcaster’s mission and goals across public and commercial broadcasting.
  • Successfully cover events of national importance as required.
  • Deliver innovative, compelling public interest content to deliver successfully on SABC mandate.
  • Collaboratively lead a thriving content-creation ecosystem in South Africa through industry engagement and development.
  • Ensure that audience segmentation & insights reports (with specific reference to the SABC’s commercial and public interest mandates) are developed.
  • Ensure Audience growth and retention across all SABC platforms and channels.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE, DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION & INNOVATION

  • 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.
  • Secure and protect the SABC’s digital and physical infrastructure and architecture, data, systems, people and processes from unauthorised intrusion and threats, including ransomware, hacking or crime.
  • Implement the required technical, technological and broadcast engineering solutions to ensure broadcast continuity as well as ongoing improvements / innovations in efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develop effective controls and management systems to ensure optimised, well managed operations.
  • Develop a pipeline of innovative digital and other relevant solutions that deliver real and sustained value to the SABC.
  • Invest in people development including the acquisition of relevant skills, knowledge and expertise.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

  • Ensure adherence to policies, organisational imperatives, legislative and any other regulatory prescripts.
  • Assess, manage and mitigate risk effectively and pro-actively.
  • Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant SABC Internal Controls.
  • Ensure the necessary frequency of internal risk audits and address any gaps that may be identified.
  • Monitor and report on inter-regional operational risks and compliance.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

  • Develop local, continental and global partnerships with relevant broadcasters, broadcast, technology and media industry players.
  • Review existing strategic partnerships on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are sound and deliver the expected outcomes.
  • Develop MoUs with key strategic partners to leverage resources and optimise Operations execution of its strategy / plan.
  • Together with other Executive Directors, facilitate proper and timeous communication with stakeholders to best represent the interests of the SABC and enhance its reputation.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

  • Practice professional leadership and management at all times.
  • Communicate, collaborate and engage effectively and professionally with the Board, GCEO, Exco and all other work colleagues.
  • Identify and develop a pipeline of talent, across and within Mission Critical Job Families, to serve the current and future needs and requirements of the SABC.
  • Reskill and upskill the people of the SABC to ensure that they
  • are fit for purpose for today and tomorrow’s world of work.
  • Comply with all legislative and policy requirements with regard to the attraction, management, retention and termination of employees and independent contractors.
  • Develop an enabling environment for the attraction and retention of talented people.
  • Ensure the effective briefing, communication and management of all Operations people, including in the regions.
  • Ensure the most effective and efficient management of a permanent and contingent Operations workforce to deliver on SABC’s requirements and manage the overall cost of employment.
  • Implement a disciplined, coherent approach to employee engagement that optimises discretionary effort and talent retention.
  • Shape a coherent, relevant culture and climate in Operations, aligned to the SABC corporate strategy and cultural aspirations.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS 

  • Relevant Master’s Degree (NQF 9) in Business Management, Engineering or Operations, or Leadership, or equivalent qualifications in a related field.

EXPERIENCE

  • 10 or more years work related experience at an Executive Management level in a relevant, related industry – including the broadcast, media or digital technology industries.
  • 5 or more years should have been at Group Executive level, preferably in the Operations function of a media, technology, broadcast related business or similar commercial enterprise.

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge and experience of best-in-practise corporate governance, including the King IV Code of Good Governance.
  • Familiarity with applicable legislative frameworks and regulations including the Broadcasting Act, the Electronic Communications Act, the Public Finance Management Act, ICASA regulations (including the Must Carry regulations) and other related National Treasury regulations and their implications.
  • Familiarity with the Audio and Audio-Visual Content Services (AAVCS) – Draft White Paper
  • Familiarity with the SABC Bill.
  • Familiarity with the Broadcast Digital Migration (BDM) process and the Analogue Switch-Off (ASO) program.

Personal Assistant Company Secretary Office (8861)

Personal Assistant Company Secretary Office

Reporting line   : Company Secretary

Division             : Company Secretary

Scale Code      : 402

Position ID      : 60017481

CLOSING DATE: 13 October 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Reporting to Company Secretary : To ensure Smooth running of the office of the Company Secretary daily activities through the effective and efficient management of the office and dairy in accordance with the requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

OFFICE MANAGEMENT

  • Establish and maintain good relations with all staff, management, and stakeholders
  • Planning, organising and scheduling the Company Secretary diary including electronic diary management, scheduling of meetings and calendar events.
  • Manage changes, actions and reminders
  • Ensure that all correspondence for noting and approval by the Company Secretary is administered timeously
  • Coordinating and monitoring of the office resources to ensure that all is in working order.
  • Effective handling of client complaints and enquiries.
  • Ordering stationery, and any consumables required by the Office of Company Secretary
  • Co-ordination meetings with internal and or external stakeholders.
  • Management of all office expenses.
  • Provide Support to office of the Company Secretary inclusive of Administration and logistical support
  • Attend to any outstanding actions resulting from meetings arranged and/or attended
  • Coordinate the timeous receipt of Board and Exco packs for these meetings
  • Screening all calls to Office of the Company Secretary, and connects or redirect as necessary.
     
    2. LOGISTICAL ARRANGEMENTS
  • Processing of information system for approval.
  • Arranging and coordinating of all special events/ functions/ seminars/ conferences/ workshops.
  • Coordinating all logistical arrangements (including flights, car hire, accommodation etc.).
    3. DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT
  • Timeous and accurate preparation and management of documentation
  • Effective management of the filing system to ensure easy retrieval of information and all records.
  • Ensuring that all sensitive documents and or information are managed appropriately.
  • Ensuring effective processing of documents in-and-out of the office of the Group Executive  and implementing an effective document follow-up and/or tracking system.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

  • National Diploma in secretarial/administration or any other equivalent tertiary qualification.
  • 5 years’ experience as a secretary or similar role.
     
     KNOWLEDGE:
  • General knowledge.
  • Computer literate – Microsoft Office and in particular Excel, Word and Powerpoint, SAP (preferred but not critical), the Internet etc.
  • Creativity and innovation.
  • Proactive and action-orientated.
  • Establish and maintain good relationships.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail.      
  • Planning and organisation.

Online Editor: Channel Africa

Position Title             : Online Editor: Channel Africa

Report Line                : Editor: News & Current Affairs

Division                      : Radio

Scale Code                :  401

Position ID                 : 60017996

CLOSING DATE: 13 OCTOBER 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Plan, assign, manage and co-ordinate multimedia coverage of local, national, continental and international events and stories for the Channel Africa website. The online editor is responsible for daily multimedia production, working closely with content producers and digital specialists to enhance the multimedia offering on the website and to increase traffic to the website.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide support and input in the development and implementation of Channel Africa’s strategy.
  • Develop and Implement implementation plans relevant to the unit, from the station’s strategy.
  • Provide strategic direction   to the online team in terms of defining the business unit’s strategy and operational objectives.
  • Plan, organize and control activities pertaining to the business unit.
  • Ensure important stories particularly from the African continent, are reflected on the website
  • Edit, proofread and approve all written material, checking on copyright, libel and other legalities.
  • Oversee web streaming of live events, web publishing of video, audio and other content
  • Oversee selection, creation and editing of stories, images, graphics and animation.
  • Edit text and copy, pictures, sound from online writers and approve for publishing
  • Edit translations of stories from other language services.
  • Check story facts from various news sources to ensure factual end product.
  • Search news sources and newsroom for breaking stories, fresh angles and updates.
  • Adhere to the SABC editorial code.
  • Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all broadcasting and other legislation, Icasa regulations, the BCCSA Code of Conduct, SABC editorial policies and radio news and current affairs style guide etc.
  • Assist the development and ensure implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Oversee the management of online unit risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
  • Monitor and report on compliance in line with OHS requirements.
  • Manage and oversee the internal risk and provide mitigation plan.
  • Attend to internal and external customers/clients queries/ complaints
  • Network with other newsmakers and sources of news
  • Communicate with other news outlets in the SABC
  • Determine and serve customers/clients’ needs
  • Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with the organizational policy and procedures.
  • Allocate responsibilities and scheduling of team.
  • Manage available staff and ensure fair and balanced distribution of work.
  • Coach, mentor and develop the team.
  • Direct, manage and develop the performance of staff. 
  • 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 Management, and Human Capital Planning etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Degree or National diploma in Journalism/Media studies or related field of study. (NQF 6)
  • 4-5 years relevant experience in radio broadcasting environment.
  • Work experience in an online news media environment will be an advantage
  • Knowledge and understanding of broadcast standards, Policies and SOP’s
  • Advanced understanding of SABC broadcast operations
  • Good understanding of equipment and facilities within broadcasting environment
  • Knowledge & understanding of transmission chain.
  • Knowledge & understanding of play-out and recording systems e.g. Dalet or Dira!
  • Sound understanding of current trends and issues in the social, economic and political environment on the African continent.
  • Impeccable English writing skills.
  • Ability to work with people of diverse language and culture.
  • Excellent news sense.
  • Ability to work under pressure and for long, irregular shifts.

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