Assistant Director: Corporate Communication at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Communications/Public Relations or relevant qualification. Five (5) years managerial experience in Communication. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licene. Disciplinary knowledge in communication and media studies, political science and policy, public administration. Knowledge of design principles, techniques and tools. Knowledge of the writing process reviewing and proofreading.
• Understanding of water sector legislation. Financial management and knowledge of PFMA. Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of operations. Programme and project management. knowledge of relationship management. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

• Implementation of communication plans. Implement media production, issue publications, organise press conference and media coverage to the Department. Implement or improve concepts, theories and operational methods.
• Disseminate knowledge related of information on work organisation. Organise and implement publicity projects and events. Establish and maintains stakeholder relations with communities and media.