Assistant Director: Media And Editorial Services

What you will need

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, Marketing, Digital Marketing or Public Relations qualification recognised by SAQA.
• Knowledge Desktop publishing and production, printing process/production, Marketing and campaigns.
• Knowledge of administration fields, Public Service prescripts and procedures as well as Departmental procedures, policies.
• Skills: Good communication (verbal and written), organising, planning skills, effective customer relationships management and personnel skills.
• Good interpersonal relations, Effective analytical skills, be able to engage with senior managers and work under pressure and extra hours.
• Ability to develop and apply policies.
• Ability to work individually and in to lead multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work under extreme pressure and organise and plan under pressure.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to take initiatives and provide creative solutions.
• Ability to work with difficult persons and resolve conflict.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Must have a valid driver's licence.

Experience

A minimum of three years (3) experience in Media Relations, Editorial, Corporate Communication, Social Media or relevant field.

Driver's licence

Must have a valid driver's licence.

Skills and competencies

• Skills: Good communication (verbal and written), organising, planning skills, effective customer relationships management and personnel skills.
• Good interpersonal relations, Effective analytical skills, be able to engage with senior managers and work under pressure and extra hours.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.

Key responsibilities

• Provide Media Relation Support.
• Coordinate responses to media queries from branches daily.
• Draft and implement media plans for departmental events, draft and distribute media invitations and monthly media reports.
• Draft and implement social media plans for Departmental events and awareness programmes.
• Provide photography and video services.
• Provide writing and content development function.
• Provide exhibition and branding support.
• Provide Corporate Identity Management support.
• Provide internal communications support.
• Contribute to the monthly internal newsletter, Lekgotla.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

• Enquiries: Mr K Letsebe
• Telephone: (021) 493 7138