
Assistant Director: Corporate Communication
Salary or stipendR487 197 per annum (Level 09)
The Department of Water And Sanitation is looking for a Assistant Director: Corporate Communication. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/104, page 87
- Reference number
- 301026/17
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Job level
- 09
- Centre
- Gauteng
- Directorate
- Water And Sanitation Services Management: GP — Support Services Sd: Corporate Support Services
What you will need
- A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Communications/Public Relations or relevant qualification.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
- 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.
Experience
Five (5) years managerial experience in Communication.
Skills and competencies
- Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
Key responsibilities
- 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.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr PS Nevhorwa
- Telephone: (012) 392 1324
Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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