Assistant Director: Communication Services

Overview

Assistant Director: Communication Services at Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs in Nkangala District.

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Communications Marketing/ Public Relations/ Events Management.
• A minimum of 3 years in communications environment.
• Skills And Competencies: Strong managerial skills: Planning, organizing, leading, and control.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Project and programme management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy (advanced MS Office skills).
• Ability to work under pressure, travel, and work irregular hours.
• A valid driver's license.

Duties

• Conduct daily media monitoring and analysis and produce reports.
• Draft and disseminate press releases.
• Write articles for publications and social media platforms.
• Compile media coverage report after campaigns and events.
• Organise media interviews.
• Invite various media houses and journalists to events.
• Consolidate media attendance register after every event and update the media database.
• Implement media plan for campaigns and events.
• Organize and facilitate monthly editorial meetings.
• Increase social media engagements through social media platforms.
• Plan, manage, and evaluate departmental strategic events in line with internal policies and government protocols.
• Organise and mobilise all relevant internal and external stakeholders for departmental activities and advocate for the department's brand.
• Develop the annual events calendar and associated procurement plans.
• Monitor and manage the budget and expenditure for all events.
• Monitor and evaluate event outcomes and track progress of stakeholder engagement.
• Provide written contributions to monthly, quarterly, and annual departmental reports.
• Produce reports for events and outreach programmes implemented.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the link: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr. A Kekana at 079 630 1770

Notes

A recent comprehensive CV, ID and contactable references (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency assessment. 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. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service. MANAGEMENT ECHELON