POST 13/93 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LAYOUT AND DESIGN REF NO: HRMC 17/26/21
Chief Directorate: Communication Services
SALARY : R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09), (a basic salary)
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Graphic Design, Communication, Computer Animation, Digital Arts or Motion Graphic Design at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) Years’ technical experience in a graphic design, digital arts environment is required. Portfolio of previous work and sufficient evidence of graphic design projects. Advance in using Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe in design, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Premier Pro. Knowledge of Video Editing, 3D and Motion Graphic apps such as Final Cut
Pro, Sketchbook, Canva and Procreate will be an added advantage. Knowledge of Apple Mac, Macbook Pro and the use of Apple IPad for design purposes. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulatory Framework. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulatory Framework. Knowledge and understanding of all Departmental Legislations and Prescripts. Knowledge of all communication strategies and processes. A valid drivers’ license is an added advantage. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Required skills and competencies: Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Knowledge management. Decision Making. Communication (written and verbal). Program and project management. Problem solving and analysis. Business report writing. Influencing and networking. Presentation skills. Planning and organizing skills. Interpersonal skills. Technical skills: Commercial skills. Computer literacy.
Negotiation skills. Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Coordinate and design all departmental designs and layouts. Conceive ideas, concepts, and campaigns, produce, coordinate and create multiphase communication materials in print, and other mediums. Provide professional recommendations for concept, design, art direction, production, printing buying and monitors quality controls. Defines design criteria, develops concept and direction, and proposes directs and creates art and photography.
Creates and develops media using digital art and photographic techniques. Monitors and tracks production projects to ensure proper and timely completion using file maker pro; works with outside vendors to meet production deadlines. Responsible for print and pre-press service specifications, purchasing, approvals and quality control. Maintains equipment and supply inventory and maintains accurate files and records thereafter. Contributes to the editorial development of projects. Manage the visual execution of designs and layout briefs by collecting, designing and manipulation of artwork and photographic material, text compilation and finalisation for the press and web. Implementation of policies, procedures, directives, acts and regulations. Establish, maintain and ensure a good working relationship with the department and relevant stakeholders. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management. Ensure effective and efficient management
of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.

ENQUIRIES : Head Office: Ms V Motshegoe Tel No: (012) 406 4252
APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or commsrecruitment@dha.gov.za

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) seeks to hire patriotic, professional, passionate and talented individuals to form part of a new leadership team, equipped with the right skills to facilitate the transformation of Home Affairs into a digital-first, world-class organisation. If you are committed to delivering on the Medium-Term Development Plan’s priorities through digital transformation, ascribe to the Department’s shared value set, have what it takes to deliver on the needs of DHA Clients with the highest levels of dignity, integrity and innovation, and your credentials meet the requirements of any of the following positions, kindly respond before the closing date.
CLOSING DATE : 08 May 2026
NOTE : Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date, accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible), regardless of online or manual submission.