SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS IS HIRING: Bulletin Writer/Reader, Western Cape ,South Africa

DEADLINE: 19 JUNE 2023

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To deliver incisive public service English and Afrikaans bilingual News bulletins (Good Hope FM) and content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Script and read / present English and Afrikaans bilingual news content as assigned.
Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate and fair.
Adhere to the designated language requirements.
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 in both languages, when required.
Use multi-media platforms to promote bilingual news content and ensure adherence to digital media guidelines.
Write / script, voice, translate and cut soundbites, as well as package stories as required in both languages.
Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time.
Support and mentor team members and colleagues.
Establish and maintain news networks and contacts.
Engage professionally with the audiences to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity.
Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, broadcasting and other laws, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes, the SABC editorial policies, style guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

REQUIREMENTS:

Proficient and fluent in both English and Afrikaans (read, write and speak)
National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF6)
4 years’ proven experience in the radio news environment
Excellent news sense and attention to detail
Exceptional writing and reading skills
Good and clear broadcast voice
Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool
Staying 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 (Microsoft, Internet, Dira / Audacity, ENPS, etc)