Principal Personnel Officer: Advertising – Cape Town – Department Of Basic Education

About the Role

The Department of Basic Education is seeking a Principal Personnel Officer: Advertising based in the vibrant city of Cape Town. This essential role plays a pivotal part in ensuring that job opportunities within the public sector are effectively communicated to potential candidates. By processing advertising requests and coordinating placements, you will contribute to building a skilled workforce that serves our communities and enhances public service delivery. Your efforts will directly impact how the public perceives and engages with government jobs, making this role not just a job, but a mission to connect talent with opportunity.

As the Principal Personnel Officer: Advertising, you will liaise with various stakeholders to ensure timely placements of job adverts across multiple platforms, including external media and the Government website. Your attention to detail will ensure that all advertisements maintain high-quality standards before distribution. Engaging with districts, institutions, and line managers, you will foster collaboration and provide valuable insights and support. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference in South Africa’s public service sector.

About the Department

The Department of Basic Education is dedicated to ensuring that every learner in South Africa has access to quality education. Its mission is to provide and oversee a comprehensive and equitable education system that empowers individuals and supports national development. Working within this department means being part of a transformative journey that shapes the future of South Africa’s youth and, by extension, the nation itself.

What You’ll Do

• Process requests for advertising and ensure timely placement of job adverts.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to facilitate effective communication regarding job openings.
• Conduct quality assurance of adverts prior to their distribution.
• Administer and coordinate weekly placements of adverts in external media, including the Public Service Vacancy Circular.
• Activate posts on the Online Recruitment Portal promptly.
• Verify invoices received and ensure timely payments to service providers.
• Maintain efficient record-keeping of all advertising documentation.
• Follow up on outstanding matters and provide support to line managers and institutions.
• Handle correspondence and enquiries, offering advice and support to various role-players.
• Train line managers and institutions on advertising procedures and best practices.
• Supervise staff and provide optimal support to supervisors.

What You’ll Need

• A minimum educational qualification of a Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
• Appropriate experience in advertising and a supervisory role.
• Valid driver’s license as an inherent requirement of the job.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.
• Accurate typing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent organizing and interpersonal skills to facilitate effective communication.

How to Apply

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