Deputy Director: Communications at Eastern Cape Department of Education

REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification in Communications / Public Relations / Media Studies / Journalism at NQF Level 6/7 as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience as an Assistant Director gained from Communication/media environment or related field.
• Clear understanding of and/or experience in creative and technical process of gathering, packaging and disseminating information.
• Dynamic motivated, creative self-starter capable of working with little supervision. A background in external communication. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

DUTIES :

• Participate in the development and implementation of the communication strategy. Manage a media monitoring and analysis system. Research, draft and issue press releases. Co-ordinate and organise press briefings, interviews and other media events.
• Draft opinion pieces for placement in various publications. Provide technical and professional advice to the organisation on media production.
• Market the organisation on the media production. Market the organization through appropriate external communication tools.
• Manage social media accounts. Manage the production of internal publications. Manage the maintenance of the organisation’s website (content and visuals). Manage the Information Resource Centre (Library). Manage financial and human resource of the sub-directorate.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Ensure timeously development and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.