Assistant Director: Media And Editorial Services
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
- Location
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Salary (as advertised)
- R487 197 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director: Media And Editorial Services within the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, based in Cape Town. The position offers a salary of R487 197 per annum and is responsible for managing the department's media relations, editorial content, and various communication and branding functions. The reference number for this role is CMS-CT16/2026. **What you will do** * 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. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma (NQF6) in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, Marketing, Digital Marketing or Public Relations qualification recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of three years (3) experience in Media Relations, Editorial, Corporate Communication, Social Media or relevant field. * 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. * Ability 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 license. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for candidates with an NQF6 National Diploma in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, Marketing, Digital Marketing, or Public Relations, coupled with at least three years of experience in related fields such as Media Relations, Editorial, Corporate Communication, or Social Media. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of desktop publishing, printing production, marketing campaigns, and public service protocols. They should demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, organisational, planning, and analytical skills, along with the ability to manage customer relationships, engage with senior management, and lead teams. Essential qualities include resilience under pressure, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to travel and work extended hours. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-forestry-fisheries-and-the-environment-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-cms-ct16-2026 Source: govpage
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