Provincial Director: Western Cape Provincial Office

Overview

Lead the GCIS Western Cape Provincial Office as Provincial Director, managing provincial communication campaigns and strategic communication systems.

Requirements

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Communication / Media Studies / Journalism / Public Relations / Development Communication or related (NQF Level 7) qualification, majoring in Communication / Media Studies/ Journalism/ Public Relations / Development 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.
• At least 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 multi-stakeholders and inter-governmental multi-media communication campaigns.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the Western Cape 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 for providing strategic leadership and management to the GCIS Provincial Directorate in the Western Cape 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 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 mitigation plans.
• Participate in the audit planning process and manage responses to audit queries.

How to apply

Applicants must submit their applications via the link http://erecruitment.gcis.gov.za or hand deliver applications to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard & Festival streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.

Enquiries: Mr Ndlelantle Pinyana Tel No: (012) 473 0188

Notes

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 relevant Chief Director within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript. Suitably qualified People with disabilities will be given preference regardless of Race or Gender. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application or employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Failure to submit an application on the new prescribed Z83 form will lead to disqualification. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed curriculum vitae. Communication regarding submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from the department. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The successful candidate must disclose to the DG particulars of all registrable financial interests, sign a performance agreement and employment contract with the DG within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain a top-secret security clearance. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GCIS that will be reviewed based on performance expiration. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of section 11 (1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA), for your personal information which you provide to the Government Communication and Information System (“GCIS”) being processed by the GCIS and its employees, agents, cabinet committees, and sub-contractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act. MANAGEMENT ECHELON