South African Broadcasting Corporation (Sabc) Vacancies

In brief

Overview This role is for a Bulletin Writer/Reader (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg) within the News and Current Affairs division of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). The main purpose of the position is to deliver incisive Afrikaans public service Audio/Radio News Bulletins and content, ensuring adherence to SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate. What you will do * Write and read (present) Afrikaans Audio / Radio News content, as assigned * Write, voice, translate, cut soundbites, as well as package stories when required * Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time * Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate, balanced and fair * Adhere to the designated language requirements and ensure that language usage is accurate and formal * Interpret and analyse the undercurrents in and subtexts of stories * Conduct field, archival and other research, as required * Conduct interviews and do Q&As, when required * Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity and to enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media * Use multimedia platforms to promote Audio / Radio News content and ensure adherence to digital news / media guidelines * Support team members and colleagues * Establish and maintain news networks and contacts * Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, News Style-Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Requirements (from the original advert) * Proficient and fluent in Afrikaans (read, write, speak and translate) with a good command of English * National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF 6) * 4 years’ proven experience in the news environment * Excellent news sense and attention to detail * Exceptional writing, reading / presenting and translation skills * Good and clear broadcast voice * Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool * Good ability to stay abreast of news and current affairs and other related developments * Sound understanding of current social, economic and political trends * Good ability to plan, organise and work in a team * Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours * Good understanding of the news, media and broadcasting environments * Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news, media and broadcasting environment Who should apply The ideal candidate is a professional with 4 years of proven experience in the news environment, holding a National Diploma/Degree in Journalism or Media Studies (NQF 6) or equivalent. They must be proficient and fluent in Afrikaans (read, write, speak, and translate) with a good command of English. Essential qualities include excellent news sense, attention to detail, exceptional writing, reading/presenting, and translation skills, along with a good and clear broadcast voice. Applicants should have a strong understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool, an ability to stay abreast of news, current affairs, and social, economic, and political trends, and a sound understanding of the news, media, and broadcasting environments. The role requires someone who can plan, organise, work effectively in a team, and has the ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours, coupled with relevant computer literacy. Deadline 22 OCTOBER 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/south-african-broadcasting-corporation-sabc-vacancies-22 Source: govpage

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