SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive salary package), of which 70% will be basic
salary and 30% may be structured according to an individual’s needs.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Communication
Sciences/ Journalism/ Media Studies/ Public Relations or An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree
(NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Communication Sciences/ Journalism/ Media Studies/
Public Relations plus a Certificate in research sciences OR An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree
(NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA in as Social Sciences/ Behavioural Sciences/ Political
Sciences or related and equivalent qualification plus a Certificate in communication/ Journalism/
Public Relations/ Media Studies. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at
Senior Management Service level experience in the integrated and optimal use of research on
trends in media and perceptions for Cabinet, departments and clusters. Strong Financial and
Human Resource Management skills. In-depth knowledge of policy formulation, implementation
and monitoring. Extensive experience in research, monitoring and evaluation in communication
sector will be an added advantage. Process Competencies: Knowledge Management, Service
Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus,
Communication. Competencies: Strategic leadership and capability; Financial management; Risk
management; Corporate governance; Extensive knowledge of the Government Communication
Policy; the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa of 1996; the Public Service Act of 1994
and Regulations; Public Administration Management Act of 2014; the Public Finance
Management Act of 1999; and other relevant prescripts applicable in the communication sector,
in the Public Service and for the entities reporting to the GCIS. Must have a valid driver’s license.
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DUTIES : Reporting to the Deputy Director-General: Content Processing and Dissemination the Chief
Director will be responsible for Conducting research through independent service providers to
assess how government should address the public’s information needs. Provide research input
to the government communication strategy. Leading the integration of research and trends in
media and opinion. Promoting improvements in government communication through the effective
use of research. Enhancing reports from Government Communication Monitoring and Evaluation
to establish routine and achieve buy-in from GCIS and external clients. Monitoring media
coverage of issues affecting government and the country. Monitor and evaluate communication
in government and assesses public perceptions in relation to government performance. Manage
key messages, current affairs and communication strategies. Provide an analysis on how the
media interprets government policies and programmes. Restructure the Information Centre for
more effective knowledge management. Guide content and approve key messages, current
affairs and communication content. Edit and approve draft current affairs. Manage the change
towards integration and restructuring within the Chief Directorate to produce better quality work
on time and relevant to the client. Inform decision making and proactive communication through
regular, integrated and optimal use of research on trends in media and perceptions for Cabinet,
departments, clusters, Manco and internal clients.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Sandile Nene Tel No: (012) 473 0061
APPLICATIONS : Applications may be hand delivered to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard & Festival
streets, Hatfield, Pretoria or emailed to recruitment@gcis.gov.za
NOTE : It is a pre-requisite for candidates to have the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-Entry Programme
certificate to be eligible for appointment. For further details, please click on the following link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. For more information
regarding the course, visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. The successful candidate must
disclose to the Minister particulars of all registrable financial interests and sign the employment
contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty as well as sign a performance
agreement with the Minister within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain
a Top-Secret security clearance. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection
panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competency assessment. Please
detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript.
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