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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CORPORATE COMMUNICATION

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: GP Cd: Provincial Operations: Gauteng Dir: Support Services Sd: Corporate Support Services

Reference number
301026/17
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Centre
Gauteng
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
30 October 2026
Circular
No 37 of 2026

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Requirements

A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Communications/Public Relations or relevant qualification. Five (5) years managerial experience in Communication. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence. Disciplinary knowledge in communication and media studies, political science and policy, public administration. Knowledge of design principles, techniques and tools. Knowledge of the writing process reviewing and proofreading. Understanding of water sector legislation. Financial management and knowledge of PFMA. Knowledge of techniques and procedures for the planning and execution of operations. Programme and project management. knowledge of relationship management. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

Implementation of communication plans. Implement media production, issue publications, organise press conference and media coverage to the Department. Implement or improve concepts, theories and operational methods. Disseminate knowledge related of information on work organisation. Organise and implement publicity projects and events. Establish and maintains stakeholder relations with communities and media.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries

Mr PS Nevhorwa Tel No: (012) 392 1324

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 16 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.

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