MANAGER: COMMUNICATION & INTER-GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

MANAGER: COMMUNICATION & INTER-GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 16 (Subject to Job Evaluation results)
• Annual Basic Salary: (R 738 492,15 – R 958 591,89) excluding benefits
• Position to be stationed in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
• Reports to Director Strategic Planning and Governance

Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12
• NQF Level 07 B. Degree in Communication/Journalism/Public Relations/Management
• Code EB Driver’s License
• Certificate in Computer Literacy
• 4 years’ relevant experience.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manages the immediate, short- and long-term objectives relating to the operational and strategic plans associated with the provision and support services of Communication.
•  Manages the Key Performance Indicator’s and outcomes of personnel within the Section.
• Manages capital and operating estimates and controls expenditure against the approved sectional budget allocations.
• Manages the administrative and reporting requirements of the Section Communication.
• Manages efficient and effective sectional audit processes.
• Manages the implementation and Development of specific Communication and IGR procedures, systems and controls
• Manages Communication Stakeholder Management and Communication.
• Manages Production and Media Management.
• Manages the alignment of District IGR with SALGA and SALGBC
• Manages Community Outreach, Branding and Marketing.

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za.
• The e- Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date.
• Certified copies of qualifications, CV, ID Copy and a brief covering letter stating the position applying for and area of residence. Failure to submit the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
• NB! Upload clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word. Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver’s License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• R Tambo District Municipality subscribes to the Employment Equity Act, Therefore, People from the designated groups are encouraged to apply.
• Verification of qualifications, driver’s license, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks maybe conducted to all shortlisted candidates in line with the relevant legal framework.
• Recommended candidates may undergo Competency Based Assessment.
• The incumbent will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement, and disclosure of financial interest.
• When an applicant has not been notified of the results within three (03) month or (90) days from the closing date, an applicant should regard his/her application as unsuccessful.
• The Council reserves the right Not to continue with the interviews and appointments if the Council feels there are no suitable candidates could be found.
• Canvassing of Councillors/ Management is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
• For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Corporate Services Department on the following telephone numbers: 047 537 7214/15.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 18 MARCH 2025