Bulletin Writer / Reader (Audio / Radio & Ndebele)

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

Job summary

A leading broadcasting organization is seeking a BULLETIN WRITER / READER in Johannesburg. This role involves delivering incisive Audio News Bulletins in Ndebele while adhering to editorial objectives. Candidates should have a degree in journalism, four years of news experience, and be proficient in Ndebele. Additional skills include strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The position offers a chance to engage with audiences and uphold journalistic integrity.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Ndebele (read, write, speak, translate).
• 4 years’ proven experience in the news environment.
• Good and clear broadcast voice.

Responsibilities

• Write and read Ndebele Audio News content.
• Ensure news stories are compelling and accurate.
• Conduct interviews and engage with the audience.

Skills

Proficient in Ndebele

Exceptional writing skills

Good understanding of social media

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Education

National Diploma / Degree in Journalism or Media Studies

Tools

Computer literacy relevant to news media

Job description

Career Opportunities: BULLETIN WRITER / READER (Audio / Radio & Ndebele) (13209)

Requisition ID13209-Posted -Digital Audio Visual News-Radio News: Current Affairs-GP - Auckland Park

LOCATION: JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG

DIVISION: NEWS AND CURRENT AFFAIRS

REPORTING LINE: BULLETIN EDITOR

SCALE CODE: 402

POSITION ID: 60019159

CLOSING DATE: 02 FEBRUARY 2026

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To deliver incisive Ndebele public service Audio News Bulletins and content in accordance with SABC News’ editorial objectives and mandate.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Write and read (present) Ndebele Audio 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 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 Ndebele (read, write, speak and translate)
• 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
• Staying 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 environments