POST 05/214 : COMMUNICATION OFFICER: CORPORATE SERVICES REF NO: DHET83/02/2026
Branch: Technical and Vocational Education and Training
Northern And Western Cape Regional Office
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communication Studies/Media Studies/Journalism/Public Relations/Marketing. A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of working experience in the relevant field. News writing expertise. Proficiency in at least three (3) official languages. Knowledge and practical working experience in news writing, reviewing, and proofreading. Knowledge and understanding of media management. Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of media activities. Programmes and project management. Problem-solving and analytical skills. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Ability to work under pressure, travel nationally and meet deadlines. Accountability and ethical conduct. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. An understanding of and commitment to government objectives, policies, and programmes. Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : To handle various matters related to internal and external communication in the Regional Office. Conduct elementary research on matters related to communication. Collect information towards assisting with the drafting of speeches, media statements/press releases, etc. for different events or occasions of the Department. Prepare and/or facilities the printing of departmental publications to ensure effective communication to all stakeholders of the department e.g. Annual reports, Department newsletters/brochures. Annual calendars, Event programmes, Greetingscards, nameplates for officials within the Department, Design, and layout of publications for printing and design draft for printing for companies. Assist in the development of and ensure the successful implementation of the department communication policy to promote and enhance communication within and outside the Department. Update information on the Department website and liaise with the website designer on matters related thereto. Handle various matters related to the drafting of responses to media-and press releases, newsletters, and articles. Rendering photographer services to the Department. Monitor media coverage and compile a synoptic report of issues that affect and/or impact the Department towards informing appropriate responses by the relevant authority. Arrange and /Or assist with the arrangement and /or coordination of departmental events to promote the image of the department in the Region. Represent the unit in various meetings. Perform any other related functions as requested by the supervisor.

ENQUIRIES : Ms E Sithole/ Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 312 5442/5498/5513
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply
CLOSING DATE : 27 February 2026
NOTE : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website and follow the easy prompts/instructions. Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation. Women and people living with disability will receive preference in all DHET posts”. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.