Group Executive (Editor in Chief): News & Current Affairs 1 (12861) needed at The South African Broadcasting Corporation
Job title : Group Executive (Editor in Chief): News & Current Affairs 1 (12861)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : June 15, 2025
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead SABC’s News & Current Affairs Division with editorial independence and commercial awareness
- Drive cross-platform news strategy aligned to the SABC mandate and public service values
- Ensure quality, impartial journalism that engages diverse audiences across all media channels
- Champion digital transformation, operational excellence, and innovation
- Collaborate across divisions to grow revenue through various revenue streams including advertising, sponsorships and partnerships
- Cultivate strategic partnerships locally and internationally
- Ensure sound governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management
- Inspire high performance, develop talent, and foster a purpose-driven newsroom culture
Requirements:
- Relevant Journalism/Media qualification (NQF 7 or 8); Master’s degree preferred
- 10+ years’ experience in News/Current Affairs, with 5+ in senior executive roles
- Proven leadership in complex media environments and editorial-commercial balance
- Deep knowledge of media regulation, public broadcasting, Public Finance Management Act and global digital content trends
- Strong stakeholder management and governance expertise
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