Communication Officer

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the Communication Officer role within the Chief Directorate: Corporate Management Services at the Gauteng Department Of Community Safety. The position is based at the Head Office in Johannesburg and offers a salary of R338,106 per annum, plus service benefits. **What you will do** * Market departmental projects and programmes. * Organise exhibitions on various departmental programmes and events. * Promote the department's brand on safety and security projects. * Conduct onsite visits to communities to identify information needs. * Coordinate meetings with departmental stakeholders for marketing purposes. * Ensure public access to departmental information at Multi-Purpose Centres around the province. * Collate feedback on impact of marketing campaigns of the department. * Support departmental events organised both internally and externally. * Coordinate and manage exhibitions. * Undertake tasks as delegated by programme coordinator. * Attend Stakeholder meetings for planning events. * Compile the portfolio of evidence. * Circulate internal information to staff. * Support with branding on all departmental events. * Write articles for the departmental newsletter. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A Grade 12 certificate. * A Degree / Diploma in Corporate Communication / Communication / Public Relations. * Computer literacy. * Understanding of communications, communication research, and government communication (will be an advantage). * All valid relevant driving licenses (A and EC). * No criminal record or any pending cases against you. * **Knowledge and Skills:** * Relevant legislation and public service regulations. * Relevant Traffic and Safety legislations and GPG legislation. * Understanding of the department's strategic objectives. * Knowledge of political and parliamentary processes. * Knowledge and understanding of departmental strategic priorities and programmes. * Knowledge and understanding of the target market, various Gauteng community needs and challenges. * Intergovernmental and Stakeholder relations management. * Knowledge of advertising and promotions. * Knowledge and information management. * Project management. * Problem solving. * Written and verbal communication skills. * Monitoring and evaluation skills. * Report writing skills. * Public speaking. * Presentation skills. * Public relations. * Events management skills. **Who should apply** Candidates with a Grade 12 certificate and a Degree or Diploma in Corporate Communication, Communication, or Public Relations are invited to apply. The ideal candidate will be computer literate, hold valid driving licenses (A and EC), and have no criminal record or pending cases. They should possess a strong understanding of relevant legislation, departmental objectives, political processes, and community needs, combined with expertise in stakeholder management, project management, advertising, information management, and various communication and event management skills. An understanding of communications, communication research, and government communication is considered an advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-community-safety-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057040 Source: govpage

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