COMMUNICATION OFFICER: CORPORATE SERVICES

Department of Higher Education and Training

Region: Limpopo Regional Office

Reference number: DHET 38/09/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Polokwane (Limpopo Regional Office)
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate bachelor’s degree/national diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communication in Communication/ Marketing/ Public Relations or relevant qualification. A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in Marketing and Communication environment. Knowledge of social media practice and channels. Understanding of the importance of brand guidelines, graphic design and applying across a range of channels. Knowledge and understanding of stakeholder management. Knowledge of events management. Knowledge and understanding of digital marketing. Knowledge and understanding of website maintenance. Knowledge and understating of the application of Public Service legislative framework. And must have driver’s license. Programme 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 meets deadlines. Accountability and ethical conduct, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Duties

To handle various matter related to internal and external communications in the Regional Office. Conduct elementary research on matter related to communication. Collect information towards assisting with the drafting of speeches, media statements/press release, etc. For different events or occasions of the Department. Prepare and /Facilitate the printing of departmental publications to ensure effective communication to all stakeholders of the department e.g. annual reports, departmental newsletters/brochures, annual calendar, events programmes, Greetings cards, name plates for officials within the departments, design and layout of publications for printing, design draft for printing companies. Assist in 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 Departmental website and liaise with the website designer on matter related thereto. Handle various matters related to drafting of responses to media-and press release, newsletters and articles. Rendering photographer services to the department. Monitor media coverage and compile synoptic report of issues that effects and/or impact on the Department towards informing appropriate responses by the relevant authority. Arrange and /Or assist with the arrangement and /or coordination of departmental events in order 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 Regional Manager. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

Where to send your application

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 and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

Enquiries

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

Note

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 and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. 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”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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