Communication Officer job vacancy at Department of Agriculture

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development invites applications for the vacant position of SENIOR COMMUNICATION OFFICER REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/317.

• Closing date: 09 May 2023 at 16:00

• Salary: R331 188 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE: North West (Mmabatho)

REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must possess a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Communication / Journalism / Public Relations / Marketing. A minimum of two years experience in a communication environment is required.

Job-Related Knowledge: Policy and legislation governing communication.

Job-Related Skills: Computer Literacy. Organizing skills. Problem-solving skills. Time management skills. Communication skills (verbal and written).

Analytical skills. Presentation skills. A valid driver’s licence. Ability and willingness to travel extensively. Ability to work efficiently and effectively at all times.

DUTIES: 

Assist in the development of content management strategies for websites. Assist in the development of the Department’s online communication plan and other branding elements.

Provide pictorial material and successful projects for 22 publications on both the department’s Facebook page and website.

Answer questions regarding online communication. In accordance with our client liaison master plan, implement a communications strategy.

Respond to media inquiries in accordance with standard communication procedures. Enhance online communication through the development of methods.

Establish norms and standards for online communications. Post pictures of successful projects on the department’s Facebook page and website.

Manage a communication system and a database for various stakeholders. Update the media database in the North West Province that is active and existing.

Maintain a good working relationship with media houses to ensure positive coverage. Liaise with various branches to manage website and intranet content.

Maintain the target group’s support through all available communication channels. Material from Branches for publication is subject to quality assurance.

ENQUIRIES: Mr KE Sebitiele Tel No: (018) 388 7115

APPLICATIONS:

Postal applications can be sent to: Private Bag X74, Mmabatho, 2735 or delivered to Cnr James Moroka and Sekame Drive, West Gallery, Megacity, Mmabatho, 2735 during office hours.

NOTE/ Instruction:

A new form Z83 must be used to submit applications quoting the relevant reference number, available from any Public Service Department or online at www.gov.za/documents.

Applicants who have submitted the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. The applicant must complete, initial, and sign each application form (Part F must be answered and the declaration must be signed).

It is possible to disqualify an application if this form is not completed, initialed, and signed in full.

Shortlisted candidates will have to provide certified copies of their qualifications and other related documents by the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources, and these qualifications and other related documents must meet the requirements of the advertisement.

The above-mentioned instructions/requirements, as well as late applications, will not be considered.

The Department does not accept applications via email or fax.