Assistant Director: Corporate Communication
Department of Water and Sanitation
- Location
- Gauteng, Gauteng
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
Posted 10 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- National Diploma in Communications or Public Relations
- 5 years managerial experience in communication
- Valid driver's licence
- Lead media, publications and events
- Based in Gauteng
How to apply
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How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, post 37/104, ref 301026/17. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: GP Cd: Provincial Operations: Gauteng Dir: Support Services Sd: Corporate Support Services
Requirements:
A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Communications/Public Relations or relevant qualification. Five (5) years managerial experience in Communication. 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.
Duties:
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.
Enquiries: Mr PS Nevhorwa Tel No: (012) 392 1324
Reference number: 301026/17