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CLOSING DATE:03 AUGUST 2023 SABC NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS Position:Senior Reporter (Bilingual English AND Setswana or Afrikaans) Position ID:60019095 Scale Code:401 Location:Mahikeng, North West Reporting Line:Assignment Editor MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION: To identify, initiate, investigate, research and produce incisive journalism in English AND Setswana or Afrikaans that is fair, accurate and compelling in accordance with SABC News and Current Affairs editorial objectives and the public broadcasting mandate. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Conceptualise and produce stories for News and Current Affairs across its radio, TV and digital platforms in English AND Setswana or Afrikaans in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and public mandate. * Compile, present and produce weekly diary of proposed stories to the Editor/s. * Conduct interviews and provide in-depth and comprehensive treatment of stories for SABC News broadcasting and digital publishing platforms. * Provide story leads to Editor/s, break evidence-based stories and coordinate interviews for various News and Current Affairs platforms as required. * Attend diary meetings and contribute to editorial discussions on self-initiated and other stories. * Conduct primary investigations for original, incisive, and compelling content. * Professionally live Tweet coverage of breaking and rolling events and stories. * Ensure balance and appropriate contextualisation of stories. * Support themed coverage and special productions with background information for depth and breadth. * Contribute textual and audiovisual news items and features to the digital news platform/s. * Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly audio / visualisation of all numerical and textual data. * Employ evidence-based insights to generate ground-breaking story ideas and angles. * Work with relevant research agencies, think tanks and universities to enrich news production. * Contribute to panel discussions on matters of journalistic and editorial interest. * Collaborate with researchers to deliver content-rich stories for all News and Current Affairs platforms. * For TV, work closely with video journalists-cum-video editors to ensure visuals, interviews and the edited products are of the highest standard. * Perform post-production tasks as required, including but not limited to, ensuring the transcribing, editing and final mixing of the story. * Be a reputable and trustworthy representative of SABC News and Current Affairs. * Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Council codes, all other broadcasting regulations and policies, and also ensure high quality editorial and production standards. * Adhere and comply with the organisational policies and procedures. * Observe journalistic and editorial ethics, as well as craft protocols, and uphold SABC News and Current Affairs integrity. REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelors degree in journalism / media studies or close relevant equivalent(NQF 7). * 8 years experience in News and Current Affairs field reporting. * Proficient and fluent in English AND Setswana or Afrikaans (read, write, translate and speak) * Proven and demonstrable ability to report and produce for more than one broadcasting / publishing platform is essential. * A well-established and active digital media presence. * Proven track record of exceptional journalistic performance. * Advanced knowledge and understanding of News and Current Affairs production systems and processes. * Advanced understanding of public broadcasting principles and obligations. * Clear broadcast voice. * Ability to work under pressure, irregular hours and to tight deadlines is essential. * Advanced computer literacy and skills relevant to the broadcasting environment. * Exceptional news sense and editorial judgement. * Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail. * Advanced knowledge of SABC Editorial Policies, broadcast legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines. * Must have a valid Code B / 8 drivers licence.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Conceptualise and produce stories for News and Current Affairs across its radio, TV and digital platforms in English AND Setswana or Afrikaans in accordance with SABC News editorial objectives and public mandate. * Compile, present and produce weekly diary of proposed stories to the Editor/s. * Conduct interviews and provide in-depth and comprehensive treatment of stories for SABC News broadcasting and digital publishing platforms. * Provide story leads to Editor/s, break evidence-based stories and coordinate interviews for various News and Current Affairs platforms as required. * Attend diary meetings and contribute to editorial discussions on self-initiated and other stories. * Conduct primary investigations for original, incisive, and compelling content. * Professionally live Tweet coverage of breaking and rolling events and stories. * Ensure balance and appropriate contextualisation of stories. * Support themed coverage and special productions with background information for depth and breadth. * Contribute textual and audiovisual news items and features to the digital news platform/s. * Ensure appropriate and audience-friendly audio / visualisation of all numerical and textual data. * Employ evidence-based insights to generate ground-breaking story ideas and angles. * Work with relevant research agencies, think tanks and universities to enrich news production. * Contribute to panel discussions on matters of journalistic and editorial interest. * Collaborate with researchers to deliver content-rich stories for all News and Current Affairs platforms. * For TV, work closely with video journalists-cum-video editors to ensure visuals, interviews and the edited products are of the highest standard. * Perform post-production tasks as required, including but not limited to, ensuring the transcribing, editing and final mixing of the story. * Be a reputable and trustworthy representative of SABC News and Current Affairs. * Ensure that all treatment of stories adheres to the SABC Editorial Policies, BCCSA and Press Council codes, all other broadcasting regulations and policies, and also ensure high quality editorial and production standards. * Adhere and comply with the organisational policies and procedures. * Observe journalistic and editorial ethics, as well as craft protocols, and uphold SABC News and Current Affairs integrity.

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