South African Broadcasting Corporation (Sabc) Vacancies

In brief

**Job Title: Account Executive Business Development: Radio** **Overview** This role is for an Account Executive in Business Development for Radio, operating within the Sales Division of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). The core function involves selling integrated solutions within the SABC ecosystem, managing a portfolio of advertiser accounts and agencies, acting as a client liaison, ensuring customer satisfaction, and facilitating the entire sales process. The position also focuses on growing new client bases and increasing current sales levels to achieve revenue targets. This role reports to the National Sales Manager or Regional Sales Manager Radio and is located at a Provincial or National Office in Gauteng. **What you will do** * **Maximize Revenue Potential Across All Platforms (30%):** * Oversee a portfolio of medium value agency accounts, including deal negotiation, commitment tracking, volume discount management, fiscal spend growth, performance reviews, and reconciliations. * Lead negotiations for new business in both allocated agency and small-to-medium direct clients. * Handle operations across multiple agencies and direct clients to ensure revenue targets are met. * Develop tailor-made sales opportunities and deals. * Track and manage commitments and deals. * Prepare and negotiate all sales deals, including renewals and renegotiations, within governance prescripts. * Offer 360-degree solutions across all platforms to address client needs. * Package and sell sponsorable programmes on respective platforms. * Develop innovative sponsorship opportunities. * Educate clients on all organisational platforms regularly. * **Market Research and Analysis (20%):** * Facilitate and understand competitive market analysis to identify revenue opportunities. * Conduct need analyses of all clients in the portfolio to understand needs and identify opportunities. * Action client briefs and produce relevant media solutions not limited to a specific platform. * Source and evaluate lost/dropped business to determine reasons and re-establish business. * **Account Management (35%):** * Facilitate and understand information to ensure thorough knowledge of own platforms. * Liaise with Product Managers regarding potential sponsorship opportunities within programmes. * Accurately and consistently use sales management systems (e.g., CRM & SAP) to manage the sales processes end-to-end. * Compile quarterly reviews and negotiation documentation on client history for reviews or negotiations. * Plan and optimise for clients upon request using available industry-related planning and buying tools. * Provide monthly feedback to Senior Management & Client regarding commitment tracking. * **Stakeholder Management (15%):** * Update clients through proposals and presentations regarding opportunities. * Follow up on all correspondence from clients and adhere to deadlines. * Compile all submissions and term sheets within respective portfolios and manage the long-form contract process. * Update the electronic contracts register/commitment book monthly. * Ensure sound administration and provide weekly and monthly status reporting. * Conduct a minimum number of client visits as agreed with the respective line manager. * Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients. * Maintain after-sales service by following up to ensure client satisfaction and future business within an agreed timeframe directed by senior management. * Prepare deal evaluation, business case, and secure approval. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Formal Qualifications:** * A relevant tertiary qualification (degree or diploma) at NQF Level 6 or above; and/or * Additional accredited courses or certifications in Media, Digital Marketing, Sales, or other related fields at a minimum of NQF Level 5. * **Experience:** * Minimum of 3 years’ relevant front-line sales specialist / sales management / account management experience within the Media | Marketing | Advertising environment, for NQF Level 6+ qualifications. * Minimum of 5 years’ relevant front-line sales specialist / sales management / account management experience within the Media | Marketing | Advertising environment, for NQF Level 5 qualification. * **Knowledge and Skills:** * Knowledge and experience in integrated / digital sales solutions (advantageous). * Understanding of broadcasting policies. * Understanding of the organisational brands. * Knowledge of industry systems. * Problem solving. * Conflict Management. * Planning and organisation. * Ability to work under pressure and multi-task. * Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook). * Excellent administrative skills. * Conceptualization skills. * Negotiation skills. * Presentation skills. * Excellent time management skills. * Good interpersonal skills. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should possess exceptional communication skills, high energy levels, and strong initiative, being positive and self-motivated. They should be willing to take calculated risks, be adaptable, and strategic in their thinking. Resilience is key, along with the ability to exercise sound judgement, particularly under pressure. The candidate should be unwavering in pursuing goals while being aware of risks and monitoring progress. Building and maintaining relationships, both internally and externally, is crucial. They must be approachable, accessible, committed to supporting the overarching business strategy, innovative, proactive, responsible, reliable, and a team player. **Deadline** 11 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/south-african-broadcasting-corporation-sabc-vacancies-17 Source: govpage --- **Job Title: Producer / Presenter: Current Affairs (Afrikaans, Johannesburg, Gauteng)** **Overview** This role is for a Producer / Presenter in Current Affairs within the News and Current Affairs Division of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). The main purpose is to produce and present Afrikaans Audio News and Current Affairs content and programmes. The individual will work as part of a team to broadcast, publish, and post newsworthy, compelling, accurate, and fair stories for the target audience. This position reports to the Executive Producer: Current Affairs and is located in Johannesburg, Gauteng. **What you will do** * Initiate, produce, broadcast, publish and post Afrikaans News and Current Affairs content as assigned. * Produce and present Audio Current Affairs programmes, Special Programmes / Broadcasts and Outside Broadcasts. * Identify, initiate, brainstorm, research, plan, record, produce, broadcast, podcast, publish and post Current Affairs stories and material that are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair for the target audience. * Plan and deliver the content of identified Current Affairs stories and programmes. * Adhere to specific language requirements. * Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories. * Conduct field, archival and other research. * Conduct interviews and Q&As. * Write / script, translate, voice, edit and package stories. * Deliver Current Affairs content / programmes on time. * Establish and maintain news networks and contacts. * Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media. * Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, style guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or any related equivalent qualifications (NQF 6 / 7). * 4 years’ experience in the audio / radio news and journalism environment. * Must be fluent in reading, speaking and writing Afrikaans with a good command of English. * Have a good understanding of social media and its usefulness as a journalistic tool. * Keep abreast of news, current affairs, trends and developments. * Excellent general and news knowledge. * Good and clear broadcast voice. * Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends. * Good ability to plan, organize and work in a team. * Good ability to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours. * Good understanding of the news, media and broadcasting environment. * Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news, journalism, media and broadcasting environments. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should have a National Diploma or Degree in Journalism or Media Studies (NQF 6/7) and at least 4 years of experience in audio/radio news and journalism. They must be fluent in reading, speaking, and writing Afrikaans, with a good command of English. A strong understanding of social media as a journalistic tool, excellent general and news knowledge, and a clear broadcast voice are essential. The candidate should be abreast of current affairs, trends, and social, economic, and political developments. They must possess good planning, organizational, and teamwork skills, and be able to work effectively under pressure, including long and irregular hours. Familiarity with the news, media, and broadcasting environment, along with well-developed computer literacy relevant to these fields, is also required. **Deadline** 08 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/south-african-broadcasting-corporation-sabc-vacancies-17 Source: govpage

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