This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

DESKTOP PUBLISHER

Department of Transport

Communications Support Directorate

Reference number: DOT 176/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

NQF Level 6 in Graphic Design/Art and Design; plus 1 year experience in a Graphic Design environment or related field; plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum code B). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Apple Mac computers and software. Knowledge of Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design. Knowledge of Microsoft package. Knowledge of Protection of Personal Information Act. Knowledge of Corporate Identity and Branding Guidelines. Knowledge of Advanced printing and publishing. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of layout and typography. Knowledge of Digital Marketing, social media, intranet and internet. Knowledge of Communication Policy and internet communication. Knowledge of Branding guidelines/manual. Ability to conceptualize from brief to final artwork. Communication skills (verbal and written). Organising skills. Interpersonal relations skills. Report writing skills. Problem solving skills. Computer literacy. Project management skills. Inspection and analytical skills. Adobe creative suite skills (inDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft word, etc.). The ideal candidate must be honest, have integrity, commitment, and be professional. He/she should have the ability to maintain confidentiality, be creative and innovative and be a team player.

Duties

Plan and design exhibitions for all Departmental and interdepartmental events and functions. Prepare and develop graphic design items for the Department. Develop and maintain the department’s brand identity. Provide advice and technical support to regional offices and other departmental offices/facilities. Conduct research on the latest developments in relation to graphic design and branding.

Where to send your application

Applications/Address: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs 172 Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online e-Recruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system or submit a hardcopy application as directed. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg. FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hornsby

Enquiries

Mr H. Gunpath Tel No: (033) 355 0628

Note

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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