Administrator

South African Broadcasting Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A national broadcasting company in Johannesburg seeks an Office Administrator to provide administrative support for the News Head. Responsibilities include managing diaries, handling office administration, organizing meetings, and coordinating travel logistics. Candidates should have a national diploma in administration and 2-3 years of experience in office management, preferably within the news and media sector. Strong computer literacy and excellent communication skills in English are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years proven experience in office administration or management.
• Experience in the news, media, or broadcasting environment preferred.
• Knowledge of and interest in digital and broadcast developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the News Head’s diary, appointments, and activities.
• Handle general office administration and communication.
• Organize meetings and manage travel logistics.

Skills

Computer literacy (Microsoft package, PowerPoint, Excel, the Internet & SAP)

Good verbal and written communication skills in English

Creativity and innovation

Proactive and action oriented

Good general knowledge

Education

National diploma in administration or equivalent qualification

Job description

Career Opportunities: Administrator (Johannesburg) (13204)

Requisition ID13204-Posted -News Resources-Bi-Media: News Resources-GP - Auckland Park

Position: Office Administrator (Johannesburg, Gauteng)

Position ID: 60021186

Reporting Line: Head: News Resources

CLOSING DATE: 05 FEBRUARY 2026

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To manage the News Head’s work-related activities professionally, timeously and efficiently by providing the required administrative support for the smooth and effective running of the office and newsroom

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage the News Head’s diary, appointments and work-related activities.
• Do general office administration (including submission, collection and tracking of documents, office-supply orders etc)
• Manage incoming and outgoing calls and correspondence.
• Generate, compile and process contracts, invoices and overtime payments on deadline and assist team members with queries.
• Collate and submit monthly leave and expenditure reports.
• Take minutes, type documents, transcribe audiovisual recordings, prepare reports and presentations, and file.
• Plan, organise and coordinate meetings, including venue and catering sourcing and costing.
• Compile and maintain asset register.
• Generate, compile and process travel business plans, source quotes and assist with business cases.
• Arrange and confirm travel logistics (SABC Travel Office, SABC Transport / car hire, flights, accommodation and vouchers etc.).
• Load trip S&T, advances, purchase orders, service entry sheets etc on SAP for approval.
• Receive, prepare, distribute and file authorized documentation and electronic communication timeously, orderly and accurately.
• Manage both the manual and electronic filing systems effectively, especially confidential and sensitive documents, to ensure quick and easy retrieval of all information – current and archival.
• Effectively process, track and follow-up on all correspondence and documents in and out of the office.
• Adhere to the Constitution, all broadcasting and other laws, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, the BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, SABC Editorial Policies, style-guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• National diploma in administration or any other equivalent and relevant tertiary qualification.
• 2-3 years’ proven experience in office administration / management and / or secretarial work, preferably in the news, media and / or broadcasting environment.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft package, PowerPoint, Excel, the Internet & SAP etc.).
• Understand multimedia news and current affairs.
• Knowledge of and interest in digital and broadcast developments and trends
• Good general knowledge.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Proactive and action orientated.
• Establish and maintain good relationships.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.