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DESKTOP PUBLISHER

Department of Transport

Salary band

R 338 106

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 176/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Transport

Location

Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg

Salary

R338 106 per annum (Level 07)

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: 186 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.

Enquiries

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

Notes

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

Closing Date

2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00

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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: 186 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

Key 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

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
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