Spokesperson at Public Protector South Africa

Reference: PPSA 05/01/2024, Location: Pretoria, Head Office 

Requirements : 

• A 4-year qualification in Law, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or in any other related field 
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience with 5 years of middle management experience of which 3 years must have been in the role of Spokesperson 
• Experience in strategic communication and stakeholder management is a requirement 
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel 

Competencies and skills :

• A dynamic, driven, outcomes oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to identify issues relevant to the Institution and the ability to write to an excellent standard 
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills are essential, along with Computer Literacy 
• Ability to communicate in more than one language is preferred, whilst the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is vital 
• Be prepared to work long and irregular hours, be committed to the principles, policies and programme of action of Public Protector South Africa and have a positive, attitude 
• A systematic self-starter who displays excellent attention to detail, takes initiative and strives to improve own performance

Duties : 

• Provide support to the Public Protector and facilitate faster and improved service delivery through media engagement strategies and stakeholder liaison 
• Drive issues through communication and maintain professional relationship with the media 
• Establish and maintain a positive media profile of the Public Protector South Africa 
• Daily media monitoring and analysis in order to respond intelligently and rapidly to issues that affect the Public Protector South Africa 
• Plan and facilitate quarterly media briefings 
• Participate in collective planning around communication and give media support 
• Communicate the Public Protector’s message to all relevant media 
• Conduct research for the Public Protector on issues pertaining to the mandate of the organization 
• Build relationships with stakeholders, manage media relations, and ensure accurate response to media enquiries