Candidate Requirements

Main purpose of the position: The purpose of this job is to ensure proper coverage of international stories in line with SABC editorial policy as well as manage the international team. Key Accountabilities:
* Coordinate and provide international coverage for SABC News.
* Plan, manage, co-ordinate and assign for the coverage of international events and stories for the News/Current Affairs division.
* Brief and debrief journalists and news agencies on coverage of international stories.
* Avail International news content to programme editors across platforms
* Brief and de-briefing reporters, overseeing and fine-tuning scripts and packages.
* Responsible for the final control of all international content quality 
* Advise producers on international stories on all platforms
* Compile, manage and oversee the utilisation of business unit budget and news agencies cost effectively
* Manage and authorize payment for all the logistical services, travel arrangements, outside broadcasts, over time, independent contractors (freelancers) and additional work contracts etc.
* Compile, manage and oversee the utilisation of business unit budget and news agencies cost effectively
* Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with all SABC regulatory provisions.
* Compliance with Broadcasting Act and all related regulatory frameworks and legislative requirements.
* Develop and maintain constructive and effective relationships with all stakeholders.
* To liaise and maintain close contact with all international political players, government, business and foreign embassies as well as NGOs and Parliament.
* Communication and collaboration with other editors and all relevant SABC platforms.
* Contract and manage the SABC’s Performance Management System with the team in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
* Manage available staff and ensure fair and balanced distribution of work.
* Coach, mentor and develop team members
* Provide input on attracting, retaining and rewarding staff.
* Manage employee relations to ensure conducive and productive working environment. Requirements:
* Diploma/Degree ( NQF 6/7) in Journalism, and/or political science/international relations or equivalent relevant qualification
* 10 years’ experience in a news and current affairs broadcasting environment, 4 of which should be at Tv/Radio/Print  News editorial management level
* Proven work experience as a international coverage journalist
* Portfolio of published articles or newscasts