SayPro CHIEF DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS Consulting Service

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Job Detail

  • Job ID 175744
  • Offered Salary R1 269 951 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to SMS dispensation)
  • Qualifications Bachelor Degree
  • Industry News and media
  • Reference REF NO: (DT06/2022)
  • Centre Pretoria
  • Enquiries

    Ms R Ngwenya Tel No: (012) 444 6745
  • Where to submit application

    Applications, quoting the relevant reference number must be forwarded to the attention of Chief Director: HR Management and Development at of Tourism, Private Bag X424, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver at Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Road, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
  • Notes

    Kindly take note that with effect from 01 January 2021, DPSA approved the new Z83 Application Form (obtainable from any Public Service department); applicants are requested to use the new application form as failure to do so will result in their application being disqualified. The Z83 form must be signed when submitted, To streamline the recruitment process to be more responsive to the public, as well as to create more protective measures during the pandemic by avoiding over-crowding and curb the costs incurred by applicants such measures should include the following regarding certification: Advertisement and accompanying notes must clearly capture the requirements for the certification to reflect that applicants must submit application with the following attachment (1) copies of qualifications, (2) identity document and (3) driver’s licence (where applicable) and any other relevant documents, such copies need not be certified when applying for the post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding requirements of certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. The application for employment Form (Z83) provides under the sectional “additional information” that candidates who are selected for interviews will be requested to furnish additional certified information that may be requested to make final decision. It must be borne in mind that when a document is certified as a true copy of an original, the certifier only confirms it being a true copy of the original presented. Therefore, the certification process does not provide validation of the authenticity of the original document. The validation occurs when the documents is verified for authenticity. Regulation 67 (9) requires the executive authority to ensure that he or she is fully satisfied of the claims being made and these read with Regulations (57) (c) which requires the finalisation of Personnel Suitability Checks in order to verify claims and check the candidate for purpose of being fit and proper for employment. Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified. Should you not have heard from us within the next months, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Note: It is the responsibility of all applicants to ensure that foreign and other qualifications are evaluated by SAQA. Recognition of prior learning will only be considered on submission of proof by candidates. Kindly note that appointment will be subject to verification of qualifications and a security clearance. Faxed or late applications will NOT be accepted. Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting and verification processes. Should you not have heard from us within the next 3 months, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS: A SAQA recognised NQF 7 in media, journalism or communication or any other related field. A minimum of five (5) years Senior Management in corporate communications, stakeholder management, media liaison or any related environment. Professional writing skills for media and familiarity with content best practises will be an . Sound knowledge in strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, people management and empowerment, service delivery and innovation, customer orientation and service delivery and problem solving. Good understanding and exposure to government communications system; Proven and exposure in electronic and digital media capabilities. Excellent understanding of the work of government, tiers of government and various stakeholders. Knowledge of the Government Planning and Delivery Cycle, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations; Computer Literacy; A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. Incumbent must be self-driven, innovative and creative. DUTIES: Reporting to the Deputy Director General: Corporate Management the successful candidate will be responsible for the following key functions; Providing leadership and strategic direction to the Chief Directorate: Ensuring the development and implementation of the Communication Strategy; Provide effective oversight and management of the departmental media engagement plan; Drive the implementation of branding and corporate identity of the department; Facilitate research and sourcing of content from programmes across the department for publication in relevant platforms. Oversee the planning and execution of departmental events in terms of the departmental events framework. Ensure the provision of effective departmental communication services, managing outreach programme and coordinate adequate communications within the clusters. Provide high-level media liaison support to the Minister, Deputy Minister, Director General. Ensure effective management of all internal and external communication initiatives of the department, including the production of publications (e.g. annual reports and internal newsletters).

Required skills