ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT

Job Overview

The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) is seeking an Assistant Director: Communication Management based in Bhisho. The role requires an NQF Level 6 qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, or Graphic Design, alongside 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience. Key responsibilities include conceptualising multi-media products, managing departmental websites and social media, developing Communication Action Plans, organizing event publicity, and managing staff performance. Candidates must possess a Code EB driver's licence and be available to work weekends and public holidays.

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Senior Certificate
• Undergraduate Qualification (NQF Level 6) in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, or Graphic Design as recognised by SAQA
• Three to Five (3-5) years’ experience at supervisory level within the communication environment
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft packages (MS Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel, and Outlook)
• Valid driver's licence Code EB
• Preparedness to work on weekends and public holidays
• Video production and editing skills will be an added advantage

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the conceptualisation and design of multi-media products
• Design newsletters, brochures, and publications for internal and external stakeholders
• Design content for the departmental website and monitor/update website content and social media platforms
• Align departmental information publications, products, and website content with corporate identity and departmental mandate
• Facilitate the development, review, and implementation of the Communication Action Plan (CAP)
• Source strategic documents including the MEC Policy Speech
• Facilitate the implementation of the Local Government Communication Forum Draft action plan for events
• Develop CAP for events of Traditional and Khoi-San leadership institutions
• Package information about events, ensure clear signage, write articles, take photographs, and conduct interviews
• Manage allocated resources, staff performance, work plans, PDPs, and asset maintenance

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