About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Corporate Communication based in Polokwane. This vital role supports the community by enhancing communication services that inform and engage the public about health initiatives and services. The Assistant Director will play a significant part in shaping how the community interacts with health information, ensuring that residents are well-informed and empowered regarding their health choices.
As the Assistant Director, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive communication plans that align with the strategic objectives of LOCMA (Limpopo Office of Communication and Media Affairs). Your work will not only involve managing communication strategies but will also ensure that the department’s messages are clear, timely, and impactful. This position is a gateway to making a difference in public service, allowing you to contribute directly to the well-being of the citizens in and around Polokwane.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing accessible and quality healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mission includes ensuring effective communication and engagement with the community to promote health awareness and improve public health outcomes. Working within this department means being part of a larger mission that prioritizes health equity and community well-being, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement communication strategies to support health initiatives.
- Manage the provision of communication services, ensuring compliance with government guidelines.
- Create and curate content for various platforms, including social media, newsletters, and the LOCMA website.
- Organise press conferences and liaise with media for coverage of health campaigns.
- Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders and communities to disseminate information effectively.
- Analyse feedback and track media coverage to adjust communication strategies as needed.
- Oversee the design and branding of communication materials, ensuring consistency with LOCMA’s corporate identity.
- Coordinate the production of publications and manage resources, including staff performance and discipline.
What You’ll Need
- An NQF level 6 qualification in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
- A minimum of five years’ experience in a communications environment with a focus on stakeholder engagement.
- A valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Familiarity with legislative frameworks governing the public sector.
- Strong communication, presentation, and report writing skills.
- Knowledge of financial management, project management, and policy development.
- Experience in conflict management techniques and methodologies.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for.
Requirements
An NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or a relevant tertiary qualification.Five (5) years’ experience in a communications environment.
Relevant experience in stakeholder engagement.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Understanding of the legislative and policy frameworks governing the sector and the public sector.
Knowledge of financial management.
Knowledge of programme and project management.
Knowledge of policy development and implementation.
Knowledge of conflict management tools and methodologies.
Good communication, presentation, report writing and networking skills.
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Job Duties
The incumbent will be responsible for managing the provision of communication services.Develop and Implement communication plans and strategies in support of communication campaigns, analyse LOCMA’s strategic objectives, and develop communication and publication policies, procedures and guidelines for interactive media and multimedia content.
Develop action plans for media coverage and ensure compliance with government communication guidelines and regulations.
Implement media production, issue publications, organise press conferences and secure media coverage for LOCMA.
Develop implementation plans for communication, plan exhibitions and implement the media strategy.
Ensure that written and visual communication materials are timeous and accurate, and create content for the website, social media, newsletters and other platforms.
Maintain the LOCMA website, ensuring that all materials and reports are uploaded and that the website is kept up to date.
Manage web design and the corporate identity of LOCMA, including logos, letterheads and other branding material.
Liaise with the media, including arranging and conducting radio, print and television interviews.
Disseminate information to managers and stakeholders, track media coverage, analyse feedback and adjust communication strategies accordingly.
Provide production of content for publication, including coordinating the design, layout and style of publications, implementing or improving concepts, theories and operational methods, and conducting research in aid of content development.
Establish and maintain stakeholder relations with communities and the media, disseminate knowledge relating to LOCMA, and support public participation initiatives such as Imbizo, including feedback and follow-up on the recommended communication interventions.
134 Manage resources, including work allocation, discipline and performance management of staff, and the recommendation and allocation of equipment.
