Job title: Assistant Director: Departmental Communication (2 posts available), Ref No. WCMD 11/2024
Company: Western Cape Government
Job description: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individuals to provide a communication support service to the Department, to enable effective and efficient service delivery. These posts are stationed in Cape Town, CBD.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Communication Science, Public Relations or related field; A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in a departmental/organisational communication working environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
Plan and coordinate external and internal communication support within the department; Provide support for the department’s media management services; Team and Unit Administration; Managerial functions.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Relevant communication legislation, prescripts, policies, guidelines, codes, norms and standards, best practices and procedures; Departmental Communications Service Level Agreement with the Department of the Premier (CSC); Departmental media liaison and public relations services; Departmental communication plans; Internal and external organisational communication; Media management; Pinting and production processes; Communication products in a departmental context; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Numeracy and literacy; Project management and administration; Accounting, finance and auditing; Report writing; Planning and organising; Time management; Analytical thinking; Problem solving; Grooming and presentation; Customer/Client liaison.
Remuneration
R 393 711 per annum (Salary level 9).
Note on remuneration: Employees’ service benefits or obligations (13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
Expected salary: R393711 per year
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Job date: Sat, 16 Mar 2024 04:05:32 GMT
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