SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package) of which 30% may be structured
according to the individual’s needs
CENTRE : Nelspruit
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Communication/
Media Studies- Majoring in Communication/ Journalism Majoring in Communication/ Public
Relations- Majoring in Communication/ or NQF Level 7 in Public Administration / Public
Management/ Social/ Behavioural Sciences or related and equivalent qualification with a Diploma
NQF Level 6 in Communication/ Public Relations- Majoring in Communication / JournalismMajoring in Communication / Public Relations- Majoring in Communication / Media StudiesMajoring in Communication. Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management
Leadership Programme (Nyukela certificate) as endorsed by the National School of Government
is a pre-requisite for appointment. Must have a valid driver’s license and be computer literate.
Five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior management level with extensive experience in and
knowledge of development communication, proven leadership capabilities, and sound
interpersonal and project management skills. Extensive experience in coordinating multistakeholders and inter-governmental multi-media communication campaigns. Knowledge:
Comprehensive knowledge of the Mpumalanga Province, including socio-economic and
development dynamics as well of the communication footprint and dynamics of the province,
including also at municipal level. Sound knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act. Must
have a valid driver’s license and be computer literate. Required Core Competencies: Strategic
Capacity and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management,
Change Management, Programme and project Management.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to provide strategic leadership and management to
the GCIS Provincial Directorate in the Mpumalanga Province particularly in support of the
provincial communication system headed by the Office of the Premier. Deliver communication
campaigns in line with the National Communication Strategic Framework and the Medium-Term
Development Plan (MTDP), and the Provincial MTDP and communication programme. Advocate
for the application of the Norms and Standards of Government Communications amongst the
communication system in the province and lend support to the Local Government Communication
System. Develop and maintain communication partnerships and networks with provincial
stakeholders from Government and Civil Society. Participate actively in all communications
forums in the province and provide strategic direction on government communication in such
forums and also when urgent or rapid communication is concerned, to protect and enhance the
reputation of government. Operate an effective, and compliant government communication
organisation. Identify and review strategic risks, oversee and manage the implementation
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mitigation plans. Participate in the audit planning process and manage responses to audit
queries.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Moepeng Tshwane Tel No: (012) 473 0188
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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