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Various Permanent Vacancies at SABC

The South African Broadcasting Corporation invites applications for their Various Permanent Vacancies at SABC.

Closing date: 06 May 2024

Various Permanent Vacancies at SABC

  1. Principal Technician
  2. Senior Producer Continuity: Munghana Lonene FM
  3. Remuneration and Information Management Specialist
  4. Head : Remuneration, Benefits and HR Transaction Centre

Principal Technician

DIVISION:                      TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT:              RADIO AND REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY (EASTERN CAPE)

POSITION:                     PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN 

POSITION ID:                60018365

SCALE CODE:               401

REPORTS TO:               SECTIONAL LEAD: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS

CLOSING DATE: 05 MAY 2024

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

Effective & efficient support of technology, operations and resources to design, install, sustain and provide administration of broadcast systems/ facilities, equipment, servers and networks in order to ensure optimum, functional, secure and available facilities/ equipment for SABC Technology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY

  • Contribute and provide (technical) submissions to Divisional Strategy in alignment with the Corporate Plan and the Target Operating Model.
  • Contribute to the business strategical requirement to develop the Opex and Capex investments.
  • Interpretation of tactical needs to enhance and promote technology infrastructures and customer user requirements and specifications.
  • Investigate and interpret business requirements in accordance to functional requirements workflows and international best practices.

MANAGED PROJECT

  • Capex and Opex involvement to input into the project scope development.
  • Provide in Capex Project with designs, risks, migration requirements, project implementations plans, integration system implementations, commissioning and workflows to deliver on functional requirements and avoid on-air disruptions.
  • Design innovative solutions and plan of in-area system projects with implementation and monitoring to their completion on-time and within constraints.

 FINANCE MOTIVATIONS

  • Proper investigation & acceptable explanation of budget for motivations.
  • Accurate calculation and submission of Capex & Opex inputs into departmental budget.
  • Opex motivation submissions to ensure maintenance and systems sustainability.
  • Minor Capex motivation submissions to ensure new requirements are addressed.
  • Long-term maintenance matrix planning submissions to develop system and equipment life/cycle.
  • Long-term Capex motivational planning submissions.
  • Opex budget input to ensure adequate funds budgeting for future Financial Fiscal.
  • Asset management control; oversight of tracking and transfers. Updated Asset Register maintained as per Company Asset Management policy.

MANAGED OPERATIONAL PERFOMANCE

  • Agreed % of targets met; Agreed % of resources, equipment and facility availability
  • Above average rating of SLA.
  • Products, processes, practices & equipment in line with SABC technical & operational broadcast standards.
  • Set service delivery standards and assist the team to achieve them.
  • Submission of ad-hoc incidence fault reports and resolutions to customers as required.
  • Accurate monthly reporting on deliverables (maintenance and tasks), non-conformance & flagging of potential risks with provided solutions/mitigations.
  • Ensure fault reports in order to safeguard department facilities, equipment functional and shortfalls are adequately addressed.
  • Design, plan and control the delivery of technical tasks and projects to their completion on time & within agreed specifications.
  • Ongoing monitoring with preventative and corrective deliverables in accordance with overall maintenance plans for all the areas.
  • Prevention of re-occurring faults and less than agreed fault target.
  • Set service delivery standards and lead the team to achieve them.

SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND MAINTANCES

  • Prevention of on-air technical faults to less than agreed SLA %.
  • Response time to match urgency for technical assistance in accordance with delivery requirements (in support of the % availability of the on-air systems).
  • Effective technical advice & support to users in order to reduce downtime.
  • Correct configuration & testing of digital equipment to ensure less than agreed % of technical on-air faults.
  • Compliance of upgrades with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications to ensure integrations with internal broadcasts systems.
  • Ensure virus free, secure, functional, streamlined and reliable digital systems.
  • Establish and sustain compatibility & integration between all digital systems.
  • Ongoing assessment of system functionality through logs & system checks.
  • Proper analysis of daily fault reports to identify & address non-compliance.
  • Technical inputs & specifications to support procurement of correct equipment and software.
  • Prevent re-occurring issues and workflow processes with the design of innovative solutions.
  • Monitor and control compliance with agreed planned & preventative maintenance schedule.
  • Monthly controlled digital equipment and systems failover tests to promote reliable system resilience and ensure full functional, reliable and backup recovery is sustained at all times.
  • Daily analysis of report logs and equipment against checklist to determine system health/ availability to identify and proactively correct non-compliance.
  • Monthly report of maintenance, system integrity and health of digital systems.
  • Daily/ Monthly backup of all system data in line with Broadcast Continuity.
  • Ensure Compliance of maintenance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and digital system requirements.
  • Development of checklists to promote proactive system health checks to ensure preventative and corrective initiatives.
  • Quarterly review and update of all technical documentation.
  • Design, update and monitor workflow drawing and technical drawing accrue.
  • Daily shift and monthly reporting of faults, tasks, risks, red flag escalations and status progress of deliverables.
  • Design and assist (when required) with rigging of facilities, ensuring the efficient and effective functionality and subsequently dismantling of the complete infrastructure without existing facility disruptions (For OB facilities safe return to the SABC base).
  • Support (when required) all Outside Broadcast infrastructure in order to operate and adhere to technical, operational and safety specifications, maximising the utilisation of facilities and resources for successful recording, production and broadcast.
  • Computer literacy.

ENGINEERING

  • Driving of all preliminary research activities on the best practises, cutting edge technologically advancements and enhancements to improve facility efficiency, effectivity and sustainability.
  • Designing fit-for-purpose innovative solutions in consultation with digital partners to create resolutions.

GOVERNANCE AND OPERATIONAL COMPLIANCE

  • Procurement of correct digital solution in line with customer requirements & Company Procurement policy & procedures.
  • Escalate Risk findings reported with corrective treatment plans.
  • Monitor adherence to OHS and compliance with SABC Company Policies & Procedures.
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with company policies & procedure
  • Compliance with OEM software licenses.
  • SOP developments to ensure broadcast sustainability and business continuity.
  • Design and implement a working Disaster Recovery Plan for the facilities/section to manage all potential broadcast failures.
  • Provide relevant information to both external and internal auditors for all audit engagements.
  • Resolve and implement internal and external Audit recommendations.
  • Technical SCM support for project process (Bid Specification Committee, Bid Evaluation Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee).
  • Adjust to ensure compliance in according with Enterprise Broadcast Architecture Framework (EBAF), broadcast standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU), ISO’s and customer requirements.
  • Compliance of maintenance with manufacturer specifications & system requirements.

ASSET MANAGEMENT

  • 95% of assets verified annually.
  • Initiate & coordinate annual asset verification exercise (manual or scan).

MANAGED CUSTOMER SERVICE

  • Customers served in technical proficient, friendly and helpful manner.
  • Monitor compliance of services rendered with customer request and address non- conformance.
  • Technical assistance & guidance to customers regarding capability of facilities and to provide best alternative options.
  • Attended resolutions to customer requests/ complaints.
  • Technical support and advice of customers re facilities, workflows and operations.
  • Internal and external client liaison regarding technical compliance.
  • Regular OEM engagements to understand current and future based needs, thereby providing expert innovative measures and solutions to all aspects of broadcast environment.

MANAGED INDIVIDUAL & TEAM

  • Compliance with performance management policies and procedures.
  • Performance agreements with manager annually.
  • Formal reviews conducted with manager and documented as per deadlines (Quarterly).
  • Individual technical training, coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet individual team members needs.
  • Technical training in accordance with SABC best practice guide.
  • Assist individuals development to set standards.
  • Assist individual with Career Development Plan (CDP).
  • Contribute and assist in some managerial/ supervision activities, i.e. (Acting Capacity; Represent the department at some meetings, technical or operational administration).

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3 year National Diploma (S4/T3) in Electrical Engineering (Light Current, Communications, Computer Studies or Information Technology) (NQF6).
  • IT Network knowledge Essential. Computer literate (A+) and Network knowledge (N+).

  EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in technical broadcast environment, of the 7 years a minimum of 3 years as Senior Technician level in technical maintenance, system support of broadcasting equipment and client services within a Broadcast Environment.

KNOWLEDGE

Advanced/ Expert Knowledge of:

  • Assemble a personal computer and peripherals from modules.
  • Component level repairs; Installations and repairs of fault components.
  • Calibration of broadcasting equipment.
  • Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
  • Ability to develop and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to design and implement contingencies, back-up strategies and develop their implementations.
  • Shift and system fault bypass competency for direct on-air emergencies and support.
  • Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
  • Technical & Operational Support, advice and consultation.
  • Performing and guiding Preventative & Corrective Maintenance of Equipment/Facilities.
  • Facilitating Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
  • Project Implementation.
  • instrumentation including the maintenance and repairs to broadcast test and measurement equipment.
  • In-depth understanding and application of broadcast and production television fundamentals, including.
  • analogue and digital, radio and television systems, metadata, audio and video (DTT, OTT and VOD Impact)..
  • System analysis which is defined as being able to visualise individual components within the system to determine fault using broadcast chain knowledge.
  • Operations of broadcast equipment.
  • Switching and routing of audio and video signals.
  • Technical/ Operational Administration, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports.
  • Expert knowledge, experience and skills pertaining to the digital systems within the broadcast environment, involving Broadcast Media Servers, Studios, Non-linear Craft Editing, Tape Machines and Quality Control.
  • Systems, automation systems, integrations between systems, On-Air Playout and Graphics systems.
  • A comprehensive understanding of analogue and digital television standards, file and on-line streaming formats and acquisition formats.
  • Ability to repair, configuring/ set-up, test and operate broadcast equipment.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Windows Domains.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of network administration; Active Directory, user and resource; setting up policies to restrict user intervention.
  •  Ability to design, plan, setup, control, repairs, maintain, configure and install new and existing Local Area.
  • Networks. This includes: domain administration – Active directory software; Domain name system (DNS) software, Database/s; Security etc.
  • Ability to setup and maintain the broadcast Windows Domain/s which includes the deployment of windows patches, Service Packs and the deployment of anti-virus software thereby mitigating the risk on the Broadcast.
  • The ability to tighten security with users and resources setting up policies and by isolating the broadcast network.
  • Ability to perform, plan, control and implement maintenance, modifications and installations of new and existing systems and technical equipment; hardware and software.
  • Ability to setup and manage LUNs in storage/backup technologies such as SAN, NAS, LTO etc.
  • Ability to plan and setup contingencies and apply back-up strategies and develop their implementations, within the digital environment to ensure quick recovery and reduced on-air failures, i.e. data backup and disaster recovery.
  • Apply the principles of trouble shooting for single user and multi-user computer operating systems.
  • Mechanical installations and repairs of fault components (e.g. replacing hardware, or components -repairs).
  • Ability to do Hardware and Software support for Servers and the necessary experience to use the tools thereby ensuring adherence to technical specifications and optimal delivery of performance to achieve the requirements.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of system, workflow process diagrams used for planning, setting up studios and or networks and facility as per as-built drawings and diagrams.
  • Ability to setup and perform emergency procedures and troubleshooting
  • Designing, upgrading & maintaining systems hardware & software.
  • Technical & Operational consultation for Support/ Advice.
  • Installations and repairs of faulty components (e.g. replacing hardware, components repairs).
  • Ability to guide and mentor team members and junior staff and share knowledge.
  • Ability to develop and facilitate training materials, procedures and train technical team and users in the proper use of hardware or software.
  • User Broadcast Operational and Technical Training.
  • Ability to translate technical terms, workflows and provide support, advice and consultation to clients, in order to provide technological and operational solutions.
  • Ability to maintain close working relationships with internal and external service providers and OEM, in order to ensure optimal delivery on facilities innovations, migrations, needs and requirements.
  • Ability to draft, plan and implement projects.
  • Ability to write Technical/ Operational reports, e.g. report writing, shift reports, fault reports, transmission reports etc.
  • Expert knowledge, experience & understanding of digital platforms of Media servers with Automation and Control. Allowing the knowledgebase to cover new emerging technologies, using various operating systems.
  • Ability to develop strategies and implement future innovation to enable, improve and enhance technological workflows and platforms.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of audio & video distribution and contribution systems and routing.
  • Advanced knowledge & understanding of relevant internal (EBAF) and international standards (e.g. DVB, SMPTE, IEEE, EBU, ISO).
  • Develop, plan and provide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
  • Advanced knowledge, experience & understanding of broadcast facility design, system integrations aligned with international best practices.
  • Knowledge & understanding of relevant Company policies /procedures.
  • Knowledge, understanding & application for office administrational tasks and communications.

Senior Producer Continuity: Munghana Lonene FM

DIVISION:                                   RADIO

REPORT LINE:                            PROGRAMME MANAGER

SAP POSITION ID:                       60018074

SCALE CODE:                              401

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CLOSING DATE: 06 MAY 2024

Main purpose of position

To manage and facilitate production and delivery of all continuity programming in line with the station’s programming strategy, programme briefs & deliverables, clients and audience needs.

Key Accountabilities

  • Conceptualize programming and content ideas for a variety of programmes for multiple platforms (Traditional Platform/Radio and Digital Platforms).
  • Ensure briefing of on-air and production teams in line with the programming strategy and approved programme briefs.
  • Plan and execute production related elements in consultation with the Programmes Manager.
  • Monitor programmes to ensure delivery of high-quality product and consistency.
  • Facilitate team workshops and brainstorming sessions to ensure regular contribution in generation of new programming ideas.
  • Monitor new and existing programme elements in order to assess the need for change and make recommendations, using information such as audience surveys and feedback from listeners.
  • Communicate updates on the Presenter Style Guide, Music Policy, Schedules and Rosters, and all other relevant policies with Production and On-Air teams.
  • Coordinate and communicate programming activities between Programming and Marketing Division.
  • Research content in order to produce quality programmes to maintain audiences and grow target market.
  • Ensure adequate promotion of new content by facilitating the recording of promos and online marketing, in consultation with the relevant departments.
  • Monitor and review programming in order to ensure schedules are kept to, guidelines are adhered to, and performance is of adequate quality.
  • Investigate studio and system faults and ensure that they are reported and addressed.
  • Provide feedback on individual programmes and digital content offerings.
  • Ensure on-going and effective communication with external and internal content providers.
  • Facilitate booking of OBs in line with approved plans and schedules.
  • Monitor team’s contribution to updating of website content and podcasts delivery.
  • Ensure compliance to SABC policies and procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to the Editorial Code of Conduct, Broadcast Act, BCCSA Code and SABC Policies
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and monitoring of implementation.
  • Ensure compliance with PFMA.
  • Ensure compliance with Copyrights law.
  • Provide monthly reports and project reports.
  • Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Attend meetings as defined by Standard Operating Procedures, SLA’s with support services, and by invitation of project leaders and clients.
  • Attend snoop sessions with production and on-air teams and provide feedback to improve the quality of end product.
  • Brainstorm and discuss story ideas, angles, and sources with the team.
  • Vetting and confirmation of content contributors for quality and credible content output.
  • Supervision and coaching of Production and on-air-teams.
  • Continuous communication with Management in order to provide red flags, progress reports, and receive authorization.
  • Consistent communication and feedback to Line Manager and to colleagues
  • Sign-off to confirm IC worksheets to align with payment requests.
  • Monitor freelance budget expenditure in line with approved budgets and IC Agreements.

Requirements:

  • National Diploma in Communication/Media Studies/Journalism or related field (NQF 6 Level)
  • 4 years in broadcasting environment of which 2 years must be in radio production.
  • Digital Media qualification
  • Creative writing qualification or ability
  • Sound understanding of and experience in content production for the same or similar target audience.
  • Above average knowledge of production technologies.
  • Above average understanding of social media and digital needs of the target audience.
  • Understanding of SABC’s Editorial Policies, ICASA regulations, BCCSA Code of Conduct and related legislation.
  • Creative thinking and writing skills.
  • Above average knowledge of the South African media space.
  • Proficiency (spoken and written) in the station’s broadcasting language is essential. Ability and willingness to work under pressure and on short notice.
  • Good research skills and ability to apply research insights.

Remuneration and Information Management Specialist

CLOSING DATE: 01 MAY 2024

SPECIALIST: REMUNERATION AND HR  INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Reporting line   :  Head: Remuneration, Benefits and HR Transaction Centre

Division             : Group Human Resources

Scale Code       : 300

Position ID        : 60017659

Reporting to the Head: Remuneration, Benefits and HR Transaction Centre: To provide support regarding human resources remuneration, administrative, transactional and information services on a national basis throughout the organisation as well as information management for decision making purposes. Produces salary budget reports and supports the budget salary process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT THE INTERNAL AUDIT STRATEGY AND OPERATIONAL PLAN
  • Take charge of all HR SAP modules and other related systems for information management for decision making.
  • Prepare qualitative and quantitative statistics for strategic use by HR and business
  • Be the point person for all system needs from identification to enabling
  • Share information with Executives when requested to enable understanding of HR information
  • Prepare narratives based on qualitative and quantitative information for strategic various Stakeholders
  • Development and design of compensation packages and policies aligned with the organization’s strategy, objectives, and culture
  1. BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
  • Provide advice to line management and direct supervisor on HR data management and presentation, HR administration and transactions.
  • Provide information to internal and external clients including historical information and enquiries related to all HR information.
  • Prepare submissions relating to system and HR information environment (including SAP information relating to People metrics, compensation, benefits, etc.)
  • Compilation of MTEF Employee Compensation Submission to National Treasury
  • Compile annual Personnel Cost Plan sourcing input from all role players
  • Provide support as a SAP super user on all HR Modules and reporting.
  • Prepare monthly report on HR & Compensation Statistics and other related Metrics/graphs/dashboard items, input to be collated and queries to be followed up and clarifications provided.
  • Prepare the draft annual report for HR related Metrics/graphs/dashboard items in accordance with requirements.
  • Lead the facilitation and compilation of the full budget for Human Capital as well as budget analysis, narrative and reporting.
  • Develop Queries in Epi-Use Query Manager to assist HR and business
  • Enabling HR Management with system support that enables HR Policies and SOP’s
  • Analyse and provide report on all employee compensation line items
  • Delegated signing authority in respect of HR information and systems.
  • Prepare submissions and scenarios for various projects including costs. 
  • Provide calculation of ‘what-if’ scenarios.
  • Gather, collate and check HR data integrity and that it is loaded onto system in accordance with HR processes. (SAP HR enabled).
  • Extract Data and provide a report or submission to address client requirements as well as presentations prepared as per client requirement.
  • Data management, forecasting, trend analysis in accordance with client requirements and make recommendations.
  • Provide hands-on support with the implementation of system related projects and take the HR lead for project management of identified projects e.g. pension fund, post retirement, medical aid changes, Sales Incentive Scheme, TCOE, annual increases, 13th cheque, and other compensation related items, etc.
  • Random monitoring to ensure that employee’s data is correct through continuous evaluation of system information and put controls in place
  • Provide support to the department regarding internal and external audit findings, responses and reports
  • Managing all HR information requirements such as but not limited to National Treasury requests, Portfolio Committee requests, Parliament requests, Board requests, Exco request, etc.
  • Prepare and submit comparative information through Internal and external analysis in preparation for wage negotiations.
  • Consult and explain SABC benefits, TGRP and other specialised HR issues and train HRBP’s on the utilisation of related system tools aligned to such benefits
  • Actively participate as a technical resource in wage negotiations / other relevant union consultation from an information management perspective
  • Randomly check payroll results and communicates any inaccuracies to payroll and follow up to rectify and system or reporting issues
  • Perform functions related to an HR SAP Super-User
  • Monthly monitoring of Leave Liability / Bonus Provision and the correctness thereof, including checking SAP configuration for functionality according to specs
  • Other related work as guided by the Head of Department.
  • Processing of Annual Increases up to approval level for Management through LSMW
  • Processing of Annual Increases up to approval level for Bargaining Unit through Compensation Management
  • All mass updates of SAP HR Master data using non-standard LSMW
  • All mass updates of SAP OM Module using non-standard LSMW for HR Departments
  • Lead the administration and development of HR systems projects & solutions in order to meet the business requirements & HR objectives.
  • Update and maintain salary ranges for all levels within SABC as per the PayScales groupings
  • Work closely with the Reward Analyst to manage and administer designs for SAP or related system enablement tools related to remuneration, benefits, Incentive and Commission models
  1. GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE
  • Ensure compliance to Human resources policies and procedures by analysing SAP information and checking for errors  
  • Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters within the environment
  • Monitor adherence and compliance to the policies, directives, interventions, systems, practices, processes and procedures and report any non-compliance, gaps and make recommendations to rectify
  • Implement Risk Management Plans and actions in line with organizational Risk Framework.
  • Identify internal risks and detail mitigation plans to close the gaps.
  • Deal with audit queries that emanate and draft actions to be considered for resolving such findings
  1. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
  • Provide regular feedback on quality of the HR Data and its Integrity. 
  • Dealing with all Top and Senior Management needs regarding HR, compensation, and other employee information management matters and reports
  • Liaise with internal and external service providers, regarding information and systems requirements and remuneration, benefits systems related issues,  
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholder regarding matters within the environment.
  • Provide support to HR regarding HR, compensation, and other employee information.

Act as the link between Group HR, Finance, Payroll and SAP CCC Departments

  1. LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
  • Benchmarks and proposes best practice HR information, processes, approaches and tools in environment
  • Drafts processes to enable and ensure accountability for people management and development and take the lead in engaging with SAPCC for design, testing and implementation
  • Researches comprehensive, integrated system and information management tools, initiatives and approaches to managing human resources and influence leadership towards HR digital.

Influence change in leadership thinking through benchmarking new trends in the HR information and systems space and proposing changes

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Human Resources or related business qualification (NQF6/7).

EXPERIENCE

  • 6-8 years relevant experience in remuneration and HR Information systems environment.

KNOWLEDGE

  • Human Resources Policies with emphasis on people information (compensation, benefits, all TGRP elements, especially relating to SOP’s and its link to system and information
  • Business management, economics and forecasting.
  • Statistics
  • Project management skills
  • General Human Resources experience
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong MS Office 365 skills (including Microsoft Forms)
  • Presentation skills
  • Business writing
  • Time management
  • Fully trained in all HR SAP modules, BW, Query Manager Comp Management, Personnel Cost Planning, SAP OM, etc
  • Above average Financial Knowledge with emphasis on employee related liabilities and reporting thereof

Head : Remuneration, Benefits and HR Transaction Centre

Report Line      : Executive:  Human Resources

Division            : Human Resources

Scale Code      : 125

Position Id        : 60017657

CLOSING DATE: 01 MAY 2024

Reporting to the Group  Executive:  Human Resources: the incumbent will be responsible to provide specialist remuneration and benefit advice including variable remuneration support and administration to assist in effective decision making, job evaluation process, and development of pay lines using internal and external remuneration data.  Leads and manages the Corporation remuneration, job evaluation, job profiling, HR Information Systems and transaction functions with emphasis on the development of self-service products, delivery of electronic initiatives for HR, statutory compliance and standardisation of practice, procedure and documentation for the SABC.  Administer and update policies for the Corporation and the development of policies where none exist. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY
  • Diagnostic, Research, Design and Development, acts as an advisor and research officer to the HR Management Team in the production of the People’ Strategic Plan (5-year span).  The work involves the gathering of background information on changes to the internal and external environment including employment contracts, job evaluation, remuneration, benefits and human resources information system and the identification of trends and best practices that could guide the identification of TOTAL REWARD priorities for the period. 
  • Champions continuous improvement management, organization and staff development programs; supports the broader TOTAL REWARD AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT goal of enhancing the delivery of effective and efficient services by assuming a leadership role in the transformation to a quality organization.
  • Designs, develops, directs, and manages organisation-wide processes of total reward that addresses issues such as job evaluation, remuneration, employment contracts, benefits and change management.
  • Directs a process of salary negotiations and salary benchmarks. Makes recommendations to Executive Human Resources, to include remuneration elements into People Strategy of the corporation.
  • Identifies and monitors the organization culture relative to total reward, so that it supports the attainment of the organisational goals and promotes employee satisfaction and further engagement.
  • Leads a process of competitive reward and talent retention, communicates, and integrates the results of People Strategic Planning throughout the organization.
  • Ensure that the organisation’s job profiles and competency profiles are reviewed and updated as necessary, as well as establish clear links between the job size, work level and the Organisation’s remuneration strategy.
  1. BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
  • Provide leadership for participation in remuneration and benefits surveys both public sector and broader general market
  • Provide leadership for updating and maintaining employment contract, benefits, job profiles and salary ranges for all levels within SABC as per the pay scale groupings
  • Active role in operationalising the performance pay and pay progression processes for SABC
  • Providing advice to staff and management on the different remuneration dispensations and benefits designs within SABC.
  • Keep abreast of developments regarding tax legislation relating to remuneration and benefits in order to provide accurate information to staff and payroll
  • Provide input into the budgets during the budgeting cycle
  • Prepare submissions on remuneration, benefits related programmes.
  • Manage all administration of Remuneration, Benefits and Commission Scheme and the tools and associated models.
  • Provide leadership in remuneration and information management to draft designs for SAP or related system enablement tools related to remuneration, benefits, incentive and commission models.
  • Data extraction and utilising/packaging information to advise clients as and when requested, including historical information and enquiries related to remuneration and benefits.
  • Champion the monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc report and feedback relating to remuneration, benefits and transaction center when required.
  • Checking alignment of remuneration and benefits programmes to existing policy, procedures and systems or proposing new ones.
  • Provide technical and process support on remuneration and benefits assignments and administer such accordingly
  1. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
  • Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance matters within the remuneration and benefits environment, its administration, gaps, etc.
  • Monitor adherence and compliance to the policies, directives, interventions, systems, practices, processes procedures and report any non-compliance, gaps and make recommendations to rectify
  • Implement Risk Management Plans and actions in line with organizational Risk Framework.
  • Identify internal risks and develop mitigation plans (that is controls); as well as monitoring the implementation
  • Deal with audit queries that emanate in business related to remuneration and benefits, the administration thereof and draft actions to be considered for resolving such findings
  1. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT
  • Support all stakeholders with remuneration and benefits analytics and related issues that are raised for decision making
  • Provide support during salary and substantive negotiations on remuneration and benefits trends, market analysis, internal salary costs, range simulations, increase impacts on remuneration and benefits, etc.
  • Present to various stakeholders when required on new or revised remuneration and benefits processes, administration and tools
  • Engage with Organised Labour on remuneration and benefits when required to do so
  • Delivery of remuneration and benefits specific communications
  • Advise Human Resources staff on remuneration and benefits policy, procedure, administration related matters
  • Presenting and educating staff and other stakeholders on remuneration, benefits and related products.
  1. LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
  • Review, Monitoring and Evaluation of total cost of compensation/ employment for the corporation and periodical evaluation of team’s performance against agreed plan
  • Review, and evaluate all Remuneration and Benefits interventions to ensure processes and practices are implemented efficiently and consistently; as well as monitors remuneration projects against plans; manages priorities and is responsive to changes in requirements.
  • Align remuneration and benefits interventions implemented to best practice and benchmark.
  • Conduct regular analysis / review to ensure remuneration and benefits policy and interventions are continuously responsive to organisational strategic objectives and are in line with prevailing legislative demands affecting the public broadcaster sector.
  • Prepare periodic scheduled and ad hoc reports for sub-committees on progress, challenges and opportunities in areas of responsibility.
  • Reviews project performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Makes effective use of individual and team capabilities and negotiates responsibility for delivering greater results.
  • Establishes systems to monitor progress against objectives and ensures that projects comply with regulatory and project financial requirements.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree/ Post-Graduate Degree (NQF7) in Human Resources and/ or other related Behavioural Disciplines
  • Global Remuneration Professional Certification/Registration as an Industrial Psychologist/Postgraduate qualification majoring in Remuneration and/or other business related will be an advantage

EXPERIENCE

  • 5 years’ experience as a human resources practitioner
  • 5 years must have involved specialist experience in remuneration and benefits/ total reward
  • At least 4 years management and leadership experience within remuneration and benefits

KNOWLEDGE

  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of Total Reward theories and best practices regarding behavioural drivers for improving and sustaining working relationship; as well as business drivers and trends and environmental factors to influence and shape total reward strategy.
  • Thorough understanding and capability in total reward processes.
  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of Remuneration, Job Evaluation, Levels of work and HRIS
  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of coaching, counselling and mentoring theories and best practices, as well as methodologies.
  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of various conditions of employment related benefits, (e.g., leave, medical aid, group; life schemes, retirements funds & rules, allowances etc.). 
  • Extensive working knowledge of the legislative framework governing remuneration, benefits, recruitment practices and legislation in the country.
  • Advanced Excel, Access and other Microsoft packages
  • SAP knowledge with focus on Compensation Management module and Personnel Cost Planning

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