director: communication, Ref No. REFS/035462

Apply for director: communication at department of department of agriculture, rural development and environment. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of agriculture, rural development and environment

Directorate: communications

Province: gauteng

Reference: REFS/035462

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R1,266,714

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Johannesburg (Head Office)

Minimum Qualification

Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Communications, Public Relations, Media Liaison, or Journalism

Experience Required

5 years at Middle/Senior Management level in Corporate Communications and Media Relations

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Expertise in integrated communication strategies and media liaison
  • Proficiency in digital platform management and social media governance
  • Strong editorial and content creation oversight
  • Advanced project management and event coordination skills
  • Strategic leadership and report writing
  • Knowledge of Public Service Regulations and GPG policies
  • Financial management (budget projection and expenditure monitoring)
  • Tact, diplomacy, and influential presentation skills

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience at Middle or Senior Managerial level (MMS/SMS) in a communications environment
  • Successful completion of the Nyukela SMS Pre-Entry Certificate

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead the development and execution of the department's integrated communications strategy across internal and external channels
  • Manage media liaison, social media engagement, and the broader media ecosystem
  • Oversee content strategy and editorial direction for digital platforms, internet, and intranet
  • Coordinate inter-governmental communication platforms to ensure unified messaging
  • Manage stakeholder engagement strategies, departmental campaigns, and high-profile events/exhibitions
  • Direct the production of statutory and corporate publications
  • Monitor media coverage and manage digital content governance
  • Manage the Directorate's financial resources (PFMA), human capital, and departmental assets

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266714 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to the individual's needs).

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Reference No:

REFS/035462

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: REFS/035462
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You act as the 'Voice of the Department.' Your goal is to ensure that the public and internal staff are informed about the department's initiatives in agriculture and environmental protection through a coherent, proactive messaging strategy.
While the role is administrative, you will work closely with the Executive Authority (MEC) and Head of Department to align departmental communications with provincial and national government priorities.
In line with the department's numeric targets, Coloured and Indian candidates are encouraged to apply. Currently, these groups are underrepresented in the Gauteng SMS (Levels 13-16), where African representation typically exceeds 80%.

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