PRINCIPAL COMMUNICATION OFFICER: COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA MONITORING REF NO: 3/1/5/1-26/09
- @Government Circular Jobs
- R413 001,00 - R413 001,00 / Yearly Full time
- Posted 4 hours ago
- Apply Before: June 5, 2026
- Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa View on Map
Job Detail
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Department Government Communication and Information System
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Experience 2 Years
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Employment Equity Coloured White Disability
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Qualifications Diploma
Job Description
- REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma (NQF 6) in
Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication/ Public Relations/ Public
Administration/ Public Governance or equivalent related qualification. At least
two (2) years’ experience in communication and media monitoring and
analysis; experience and skills in communication and media data capturing,
and use of Excel spreadsheets. Knowledge of and experience in monitoring
and evaluation will be a recommendation. Good communication/liaison,
planning and research skills. Proficiency in using GCIS’ Government
Communication Excellence Tool (G-CET) and Media Monitoring and Analysis
Tools. Strong knowledge and understanding of government programmes and
priorities. Knowledge of and a strong interest in current affairs and the South
African socio-political situation. Understanding of the media landscape and
environment. Tested knowledge of monitoring and evaluation and media
analysis methodologies. Willingness to travel. Have a code 8 or 10 driver’s
licence. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Well-developed
interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, but also
to coordinate work within a team environment. Ability to work under pressure.
Advanced computer skills. Intermediate to advanced report writing and
presentation skills. Proficiency in internet searches. Use of databases and
electronic dissemination of products. Planning and organising.
- DUTIES
The successful candidate will be required to support the work of monitoring and
evaluating government communication at National, Provincial, and Local levels
especially through capturing and analysing communication performance data.
Support media monitoring and analysis through GCIS’ Media Monitoring and
Analysis System to monitor and analyse communications environment for
media coverage of government’s priorities; major programmes; special events
like the State of the Nation Address; communication campaigns and activities
and assist with the compilation of media analysis reports. The official will also
have to support GCIS projects such as the Government Communication Policy
and also contribute to administrative functions in the Directorate.
- ENQUIRIES
Mr Brite Nemaranzhe Tel No: (012) 473 0040
- APPLICATIONS
https://erecruitment.gcis.gov.za/#/browseJobs
- NOTE
Management and Development in Public Service, all shortlisted candidates will
undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to
determine their suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of
the post. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic
transcript. This post will be filled by a suitably qualified candidate whose
appointment will assist the department in achieving its Employment Equity
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targets in terms of the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. Preference will
be given to coloured and white candidates. Suitably qualified People with
disabilities will be given preference regardless of Race or Gender.
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