Are you passionate about storytelling and engaging with Indonesian communities? Read more to apply for Executive Producer, SBS Indonesian and be part of a purpose-driven organisation. 

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 4 (annual base salary $99,377 - $109,889) under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

Please note: As part of our recruitment process, SBS may review information that is publicly available online, including social media profiles, in line with privacy and anti-discrimination laws.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society. 

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

The Department

At the heart of SBS, Audio and Language Content has over 60 language teams engaging audiences in conversations on Australian and international news and current affairs, and connecting communities through stories and providing settlement information. We deliver services across radio, podcasting, online and social media.

The Role

Reporting into the Program Manager, this role will see you supporting the wider team and doing the following: 

• Ensuring audio and online content is produced and delivered in line with audience needs and editorial requirements
• Engaging with broadcasters to shape and plan editorial projects
• Assigning tasks and resources to others, supervising the development of multi-platform content and exercising appropriate editorial judgement
• Managing and leading a team of a large program (large means a program that produces more than 200 hours of content per week and manages over 6.5 full time equivalent employees).
• Actively engaging and seeking opportunities for cross divisional projects and activities that support SBS’s language strategy.

This is a full-time role offering 38 hours per week. This role can be based out of our Sydney and Melbourne studios. Applicants must have full rights to work within Australia for permanent ongoing employment.

Candidates will be required to undergo a language assessment to demonstrate their proficiency in the Indonesian language.

About you 

• Extensive journalist and radio experience in a multi-platform environment.
• Experience in managing a team, preferably in a broadcast environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders with strong collaboration skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines and problem-solve
• Proficiency in English and in Indonesian, both written and spoken including clear broadcast delivery. (Candidates will be required to undergo a language assessment to demonstrate their proficiency in both Languages.)

Feel like you meet most but perhaps not all the above criteria? We encourage you to apply for the position and let us know in your cover letter where there may be some areas for development.

Some of the reasons to consider working with us

• The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work – you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!  
• We offer a range of benefits from health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with FitnessPass. 
• We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 40 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
• We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose-led organisation!

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!