Section Commander: Language Services (Colonel)

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SABC

Pretoria

ZAR 300 000 - 600 000

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Job description

Job title: Section Commander: Language Services (Colonel)

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline: May 11, 2025

Generic Requirements:

Applicant must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post;
Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12);
Be proficient in at least two (2) official languages, of which one (1) must be English;
Must be a South African citizen;
Must have no previous criminal/departmental convictions or criminal or departmental cases pending;
Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening;
Be in possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence;
Must not have tattoos which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service;
Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage.

Additional Requirements:

A three (3) year Diploma / Degree (SAQA accredited on NQF level 6 or higher) in Language Practice / Bachelor of Arts (Language Practice) / Communication Science or other related field of study, with four (4) years relevant experience in the field of post of which three (3) should be on supervisory level.

Core Functions:

Ensure proofreading, editing and translation of documents in official languages (must be fluent in English);
Render language advisory services;
Create a variety of instructional techniques and literacy materials consistent with reading, conversation and vocabulary to the DPCI standards;
Organise large amounts of information into a coherent, meaningful format in a timely manner; proficiency in translation software tools;
Develop and record terminology;
Ensure the compilation and maintenance of databases relating to language section;
Impeccable verbal and written comprehension, communication and listening skills;
Oversee conformation to and apply standards for information security, as prescribed by the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Protection of Information Act;
Manage and utilize all resources (human, physical and financial) allocated to the immediate post environment in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.