ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL COMMUNICATION

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Internal Communication and Media Production

Reference number: HO 2026/11/46
Salary: R487 197 per annum
Centre: National Head Office
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

Recognised Degree or National Diploma in Communication/ Journalism or relevant qualification. 3-5 years’ experience at a supervisory level in the communication sector. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate. Competencies And Attributes: Proven ability to understand an institution’s internal communication needs. Proven ability to conceptualise, execute and measure the effectiveness of internal communication channels and messages. Proven experience in writing and editing articles. Excellent command of written and spoken English. Experience with or thorough understanding of a Content Management System (CMS) for intranet or internet will be an advantage. Ability to work under pressure and according to tight deadlines. Willingness to travel and work overtime. Honesty and integrity. Attention to detail. Plan and organize. Punctuality and confidentiality. Service delivery and client orientation. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to coordinate and organize work related tasks. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion.

Duties

Assist with managing the department’s intranet. Manage and improve the daily system of internal notices. Write, edit and proofread internal communication messages. Develop feedback mechanisms to objectively measure effectiveness of internal communication channels and messages. Regularly monitor intended reach and effectiveness against communication objectives and against communication strategy and compile reports thereof. Build networks and partnerships within the department that will help ensure optimal coverage of defining moments of service delivery for purposes of communicating it internally. Management of human resources, finance, and assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 25 October 2026.