PURPOSE OF POSITION:<\/p>\n
\tTo build and grow the SABC Plus platform so that it expands its digital reach in line with the public service mandate, supports content & audience relevance, especially among younger and underserved audiences, and develops sustainable digital revenue \u00a0streams in line with the SABC\u2019s long-term turnaround and digital transformation strategy.<\/p>\n
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT SABC+ STRATEGY & VISION\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tFormulate and execute the SABC+ vision and strategy aligned to the SABC\u2019s public broadcasting mandate and commercial objectives.
\n\tProvide strategic leadership to the SABC+ platform in order to ensure competitive advantage
\n\tPosition SABC Plus as a primary digital destination for South African and African audiences, especially the youth segment.<\/p>\n
\u00a0FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY – MONETISATION & COMMERCIAL GROWTH<\/p>\n
\tOwn the SABC Plus business plan, budget, forecasts, and long-term sustainability model
\n\tDefine and track KPIs and dashboards
\n\tEnsure responsible use of public resources and cost efficiency
\n\tDevelop and deliver monetisation strategies aligned to public broadcasting principles
\n\tGrow digital advertising and alternative revenue streams while maintaining audience trust
\n\tWork closely with Sales, Commercial, and Finance to deliver SMART revenue targets
\n\tManage and oversee the process of training needs analyses and skills gaps to determine knowledge and skills gaps for the SABC.\u00a0<\/p>\n
CONTENT STRATEGY AND AUDIENCE GROWTH\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tOwn audience acquisition, engagement, and retention strategies for SABC Plus
\n\tUse real time audience insights and analytics to support SABC Plus content acquisition, production, and delivery strategies \u2013 across Sport, Radio, News, and Video Entertainment
\n\tOversee the coordination of content proposals, commercial negotiations, impact assessments, business case development, contracting, onboarding, performance reporting, and recommendations
\n\tUse real time consumer data to build and deliver relevant consumer experiences on the platform
\n\tBuild and protect the SABC Plus brand as a trusted, inclusive, and innovative public streaming service\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE & PRODUCT INNOVATION\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tCollaborate with the Technology Division to ensure the technology infrastructure is fit for purpose.
\n\tEnsure the SABC+\u2019s technology stack enables the needs of audience segment
\n\tProvide executive ownership of the SABC Plus platform, including product roadmap, UX\/UI, reliability, scalability, and security
\n\tOversee platform development based on audience insights, data analytics, service accessibility, and impact
\n\tLead the SABC Plus team – across market intelligence, business development, content delivery, product management, technology, marketing, and sales functions\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tEnsure compliance with ICASA regulations, POPIA, and SABC\u2019s governance frameworks
\n\tEnsure adherence to policies, organisational imperatives, legislative and any other regulatory prescripts
\n\tImplement internal control measures to ensure good governance and compliance with SABC policies and procedures
\n\tEnsure resolution of all internal and external audit findings to address the identified gaps
\n\tEnsure that the Strategic, Operational, and Project Risks are optimized and aligned to the SABC Risk Management Framework
\n\tRepresent SABC Plus at Exco, Board, and strategic partner level\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0 PARTNERSHIPS & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT<\/p>\n
\tReview existing strategic partnerships on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are sound and deliver the expected outcomes
\n\tDrive partnerships with telcos, device manufacturers, platforms, and distributors to expand reach and accessibility
\n\tManage relationships with internal SABC divisions and industry partners
\n\tSecure strategic partnerships to support platform growth
\n\tPosition SABC Plus as a cornerstone of the SABC\u2019s digital future, public value proposition, and commercial growth\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0INHERENT\/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
QUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in business management, Technology (Computer Science or Information Systems), Digital Media or a related field
\n\tAn equivalent master\u2019s degree or MBA would be added advantage.<\/p>\n
EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
\t10 or more years in Broadcasting experience in General Management, with at least 5 years in a strategic leadership role.
\n\tGood understanding and experience to commercialize business strategies
\n\tDemonstrated success in launching and scaling digital products or services
\n\tExperience with analytics tools, product metrics, and performance management
\n\tStrong commercial and financial management capability
\n\tExcellent financial management and scenario planning experience within the PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE<\/p>\n
\tExcellent leadership and stakeholder management experience
\n\tDeep understanding of the business model and uses data AND analytics to solve core business problems
\n\tCommercial acumen balanced with public value
\n\tStrategic, Design, and Systems Thinking Exposure
\n\tUnderstanding of Agile and Lean Methodologies such as SCRUM and KANBAN
\n\tExperience in the public sector or familiarity with the PFMA and best-in-practise corporate governance, including King IV Codes of Good Governance.
\n\tA very good understanding of the cross-functional teamwork model
\n\tKnowledge of the Broadcasting Act, the Electronic Communications Act, ICASA Regulations, and related National Treasury regulations
\n\tFamiliarity of the SABC Bill and Audio and Audio-visual Content Services (AAVCS) – Draft White Paper.<\/p>\n
Deadlie:19th May,2026<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
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