SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : King Cetshwayo District
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession Grade 12 and an appropriate three year National Diploma
(NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Communication or equivalent related
qualification as recognised by SAQA. The candidate must at least three (3) years relevant
experience, of which one (1) year should be at salary level seven (7) or eight (8) in the
communications environment with knowledge of communication disciplines, including media
liaison, stakeholder relations, research and development communication. The candidate must
have an understanding of development communication practice, and knowledge of the Kwa-Zulu
Natal Province with specific insights to the King Cetshwayo District and its local municipalities.
Be innovative, digital literate and abreast with digital communication methods and applications.
A self-motivated and enthusiastic person able to work with limited levels of supervision. Strong
verbal and effective writing and communication skills. Furthermore, applicant should be in
possession of a valid Code 08 driver’s licence as the work involves extensive travelling. Basic
knowledge of administration and finances is required. Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will support the Deputy Director: Liaison in the implementation of a
government communication programme (GCP) in King Cetshwayo District as follows:
Disseminate government information and implement key communication projects in line with
government priorities and in accordance with the guidelines for development communication
practice and platforms as developed by GCIS. Supervise and monitor the work of district based
Senior Communication Officers (if any) as well as any communication interns or learners
assigned to the region, including their administrative and operational functions, and report these
to the Deputy Director: Provincial Liaison. Leadership in government communication system
coordination in King Cetshwayo District. Ensure the establishment and where necessary review
and strengthening of communication coordination structures in the district to ensure the effective
cascading of government communication content especially to leaders and structures of local
government across the district. Ensure adherence to government communication system norms
and standards in the district in line with the government communication policy. Support all
initiatives aimed at strengthening Local Government Communication System through advocacy
in strategic IGR structures at District and local level. Further, provide communication support to
various integrated service delivery models of government, including the District Development
Model (DDM) and the Thusong Service Centre programme. Embrace new media and utilise
digital tools as part of cascading government content. Responsible for the development and
maintenance of high-level stakeholder relations in the region with biasness towards civil society,
community media, minority groups, local government and traditional leaders. Coordination and
implementation of rapid response requirements in the district as well as writing service delivery
articles on governments’ delivery on its mandate. Responsible for the revision and development
of a localised distribution strategy for government information products at district level.
Additionally, on a regular basis, be required to develop local communication environment
assessments reports on key issues emanating from the district for the use by various
stakeholders and clients. Support government public participation initiatives including feedback
and follow up on the required communication interventions as recommended. Please detail
courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ndala Mngadi Tel No: (031) 301 6787
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 : In line with the Directive on the Professionalisation of Human Resource Management and
Development in the Public Service, all shortlisted candidates will undertake a pre-entry practical
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exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the
technical and generic requirements of the post.
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