Job Requirements
Matric certificate plus (NQF level 7) qualification in Communications/ Public Relations/ Media Liaison/ Journalism as recognised by SAQA. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in communications environment. Valid Driver’s License. Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate submitted prior to appointment. Competencies: GPG and DID policies and procedures, relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations, understanding 162 of expectations of customers, Knowledge of Contracts and Legal Prescripts, Management information knowledge, Project management methodologies, Policy development, change management, Financial Management, presentation Skills, Report Writing, Communication and Negotiation Skills, Planning and Organising, Analytical skills and Leadership Skills.
Duties
To manage the provision of communications and stakeholder engagement in the department. Manage inter-departmental and inter-governmental collaboration. Manage the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategy, policy and procedures. Manage the provision of event management services. Manage the creation of advertising, advertorial, awareness-raising and marketing collateral for various campaigns across multiple channels and mediums. Manage the corporate identity, branding and exhibition portfolio of the department. Manage the development and implementation of the department’s editorial and publications programme. Ensure the development and implementation of a framework for targeted and focused internal communication. Manage staff communication of changes and new developments. Manage the development of coherent and strategic messages for departmental staff. Manage the development and distribution of communication products, Oversee content for the website and intranet. Manage the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the impact of communication. Ensure proper implementation of budget by monitoring, projecting and reporting expenditure. Ensure proper spending in line with strategic objectives. Monitor the optimal utilization and functionality of equipment. Evaluate and monitor performance of employees to ensure achievement strategic goal. Manage the human resource development of employees in the directorate. Enhance and maintain employee motivation. Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the Directorate with the Chief Directorate. Develop operational plans for the Directorate and work plans for each staff member in the Directorate. Provide written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
Location
Johannesburg (Head Office)
How to Apply
Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694
To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or Hand Deliver: Ground floor 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House, Johannesburg and applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the New Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents FOR ATTENTION : Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694– Recruitment
Apply Before:
5/8/2026
Reference No:
REFS/048326
Additional Information