Assistant Director: Departmental Communication (2 posts available), Ref No. WCMD 11/2024 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• 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.

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.