Job Description

Western Cape Mobility Department has an exciting employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a communication support service to the Western Cape Mobility Department. This individual must have the ability to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines. This post is based in Cape Town - CBD.
Minimum Requirements

An appropriate (3-year National Diploma/B Degree or higher qualification) in Communication Science or Public Relations or equivalent; A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in a departmental communication working environment; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Recommendation None.
Key Performance Areas Research, planning and implementation of internal communication support within the Department; Research, planning and implementation of external communication support within the Department; Provide support for the Department's media management services; Planning and administration.
Competencies Knowledge of the following: Relevant communication legislation, prescripts, policies, guidelines, codes, norms and standards, best practices and procedures; Departmental Communications Service Level Agreement; Departmental media liaison and public relations services; Departmental communication plans; Internal and external organisational communication; Media management; Printing and production processes; Communication products in a departmental context; Office Administration and Database Management; Information and Records Management/Administration; Skills required: Excellent communication (written and verbal) and report writing; Excellent computer literacy skills in MS Office (i.e.. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet, Good project management and administration skills; Good planning and organising skills; Proven time management skills; Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; Good grooming and presentation skills; Good customer/client liaison skills; Numeracy skills; Literacy skills; Language skills; Accounting, Finance and Audit skills; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration skills.
Remuneration R 359 517 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration: Employees' service benefits or obligations (13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes Note: Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. will be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a
date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person
as indicated in the advert .

Western Cape Government