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Job title : Online Editor: Channel Africa (12489)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : November 08, 2024
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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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