Assistant Director: Internal Communication
Department of Correctional Services · National Head Office, South Africa
Closes 9 November
- Location
- National Head Office, South Africa
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Posted
- 24 October 2026
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
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About the job
REF NO: HO 2026/11/46 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 art icles. 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. Willingne ss 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. NOTE: Appointment under the Public Service Act. 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 c hannels 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. SALARY: R487 197 per annum CENTRE: National Head Office ENQUIRIES: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589. Directorate: Internal Communication and Media Production
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