Bulletin Writer / Reader (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg)

DIVISION: NEWS AND CURRENT AFFAIRS POSITION: BULLETIN WRITER / READER (Afrikaans, Audio, Johannesburg) SCALE CODE: 402 POSITION ID: 60019254 CLOSING DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2026 REPORTING LINE: BULLETIN EDITOR MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To deliver incisive Afrikaans public service Audio / Radio News Bulletins and content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Write and read (present) Afrikaans Audio / Radio News content, as assigned Write, voice, translate, cut soundbites, as well as package stories when required Deliver news bulletins within set durations and on time Ensure that stories are newsworthy, compelling, accurate, balanced and fair Adhere to the designated language requirements and 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, when required Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and uphold SABC News’ integrity and to enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media Use multimedia platforms to promote Audio / Radio News content and ensure adherence to digital news / media guidelines Support team members and colleagues Establish and maintain news networks and contacts Adhere to the South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA’s licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, News Style-Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) REQUIREMENTS: Proficient and fluent in Afrikaans (read, write, speak and translate) with a good command of English National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies or equivalent qualifications (NQF 6) 4 years’ proven experience in the news environment Excellent news sense and attention to detail Exceptional writing, reading / presenting and translation skills Good and clear broadcast voice Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool Good ability to stay 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 relevant to the news, media and broadcasting environment