South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) Producer: Current Affairs Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is inviting applications for a Producer role within its News & Current Affairs division in Johannesburg. This is an opportunity for individuals with strong journalistic skills and a deep understanding of current affairs to contribute to Afrikaans Audio / Radio content.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team dedicated to producing, presenting, and delivering compelling, accurate, balanced, and fair news and current affairs content for the target audience. This role is central to the SABC's mission of informing and engaging the public through high-quality audio programming.

Minimum Requirements

• Afrikaans fluency and proficiency (read, write, translate, and speak), including a good command of written and spoken English.
• National Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree in Journalism, Media Studies, or relevant equivalent qualifications.
• 4 years’ experience in Afrikaans Audio / Radio News and journalism.
• Good news sense and attention to detail.
• Good news and general knowledge.
• Good and clear broadcast voice.
• Good understanding and use of social media as a journalistic tool.
• Ability to stay abreast of News and Current Affairs, and related developments.
• Sound understanding of current social, economic, and political trends.
• Ability to plan, organise, and work effectively in a team.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure, including long and irregular hours.
• Good understanding of the news, media, and broadcasting environment.
• Well-developed computer literacy relevant to the news, journalism, media, and broadcasting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and produce Afrikaans Audio / Radio News and Current Affairs content as assigned.
• Produce and present Current Affairs programmes, Special Programmes / Broadcasts, and Outside Broadcasts.
• Identify, initiate, brainstorm, research, plan, record, produce, broadcast, publish, and post newsworthy content and stories.
• Plan and deliver the content of identified Current Affairs stories and programmes.
• Adhere to specific language requirements.
• Interpret and analyse the undercurrents and subtexts of stories.
• Conduct field, archival, and other research.
• Conduct interviews and Q&As.
• Write / script, translate, voice, and package stories in Afrikaans.
• Deliver Current Affairs content / programmes on time.
• Establish and maintain solid news networks and contacts.
• Engage professionally with the target audience to promote and enhance News and Current Affairs, including on social media.
• Adhere to South Africa’s Constitution, all laws, ICASA licence conditions and regulations, BCCSA and Press Council codes and rulings, the SABC Editorial Policies, News style guide, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

What the Work Involves

As a Producer for Current Affairs focusing on Afrikaans Audio / Radio, you will be part of a dedicated team based in Johannesburg, reporting to the Executive Producer. Your daily tasks will involve a comprehensive approach to content creation, from initial brainstorming and research to the final delivery of broadcast-ready material. This includes conducting interviews, scripting, translating, voicing, and packaging stories specifically for the Afrikaans audience.

You will be expected to actively engage with current events, interpreting and analysing news undercurrents, and conducting thorough research, which may involve fieldwork. The role requires a keen ability to manage multiple tasks, adhere to strict deadlines, and maintain the highest standards of accuracy and fairness in all broadcast content. Working hours can be long and irregular, reflecting the dynamic nature of the news and broadcasting environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please use the SABC's online application portal.

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The closing date for applications is 16 September 2026.