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Assistant Director: Internal Communication

Department of Correctional Services·National Head Office, south-africa·Full time
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Salary: R487 197 per annum

Centre: National Head Office

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 33 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 articles. 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. Willingness 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.

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 channels 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.

Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note: Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Apply with the Z83 form and a CV, quoting the reference number. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular.

At a glance

Company

Department of Correctional Services

Location

National Head Office, south-africa

Employment

Full time

Experience

director

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 23, 2026