Erratum - Licensing Officer - Fixed Term Contract

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A national regulatory authority in Gauteng is seeking a Licensing Officer on a fixed term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing broadcasting applications and providing expert advice on licensing matters. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in the broadcasting or regulatory environment, and skills in analytical thinking and problem-solving are essential. This is an opportunity to make an impact in the media landscape through effective compliance management and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience in broadcasting, media, compliance, or regulatory environment.
• 2 years of experience specifically in broadcasting licensing.
• Experience in Research and Analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze broadcasting services applications and registrations.
• Provide expert advice on licensing matters and prepare analysis memorandums.
• Assist the Legal Department with licensing issues and court orders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interactive Communication

Writing Skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate qualification in Law, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or Economics

Postgraduate qualification in relevant fields

Job description

Job title: Erratum - Licensing Officer - Fixed Term Contract

Job Location: Gauteng, Centurion

Deadline: January 10, 2026

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Purpose of the job

The analysis of broadcasting applications, registrations and authorisations. To undertake research and analysis in support of divisional and organisational council-led committees and projects. Develop recommendations and advise on the decision to be taken by the Authority on applications, registrations and authorisations.

Key Outputs

The successful candidate will report to the Manager : Service Broadcasting and their responsibilities will include :

• Analysis of Broadcasting Services applications, registrations, and channel authorisation, taking into account applicable legislation, regulations, license conditions, and compliance reports
• Providing expert advice on licensing matters, undertaking research, and preparing analysis memorandums and recommendations
• Attending to queries relating to broadcasting licensing Broadcasting licensing administration and project management and support
• Participation in inter-departmental project / activities
• Conducting public hearings and making recommendations on decisions
• Assisting the Legal Department in preparing and compiling evidence / documents in relation to licensing issues and compliance with court orders
• Conducting presentations on the broadcasting licensing regime, processes and procedures and related licensing matters.

Qualifications and Experience

• An Undergraduate qualification in Law, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or Economics; (NQF Level 6 or 7)
• A Postgraduate qualification in Law, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or Economics (NQF Level 8 or higher) will be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years working experience, of which a minimum of 2 years must be within the broadcasting, media, compliance and / or regulatory environment
• Experience in Research and Analysis will be advantageous.

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Interactive Communication
• Decisions Making
• Resilience
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability
• Client Focus
• Writing Skills
• Achievement Orientation
• Teamwork
• Impact and Influence
• Self-confidence
• Enforcement
• Information Gathering and processing
• Legislation, Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Presentation skills.