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DIRECTOR: CORPORATE COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Department of Roads and Transport · Johannesburg

Closing date
18 September 2026
Reference
REFS/056328
Salary band
R 1 317 384 – R 1 551 807
Application method
Email application
Listing status: Reviewed 4 September 2026

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About this role

Department: Department of Roads and Transport Location: Johannesburg Salary: R1 317 384 - R1 551 807.per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package) Requirements: An NQF Level 7 qualification in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Visual Communication, Fine Arts or a related field. An NQF Level 8 qualification in the related fields will be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level, with proven managerial capability. Proven experience in leading integrated communication, digital, visual and multimedia communication services, 199 including video, photography, graphic design and website/content management; managing multidisciplinary teams; and delivering high-impact campaigns in a complex environment. Key Competencies: The successful candidate must demonstrate strategic leadership; advanced communication, writing, editing, content development and technical capabilities; strong project, financial, performance and people management skills; and sound knowledge of integrated communication, media, marketing, digital communication and audience engagement practices. Knowledge of website governance, content management systems and SEO principles is essential. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and partnership-building skills; strong analytical, research, problem-solving and decision-making abilities; and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and segmented target audiences. Innovation, creativity, professionalism, integrity, service excellence and a results-driven approach are essential. Duties: Lead the development and implementation of integrated communication strategies, campaigns and programmes that support provincial priorities and service delivery objectives. Direct media buying, advertising and audience engagement initiatives to maximise communication reach, visibility and impact across multiple platforms. Oversee the governance, performance and continuous improvement of the Gauteng Provincial Government website, including content management, user experience, SEO, accessibility and development of sub-sites. Manage the production and distribution of high- quality print and digital publications, ensuring compliance with editorial, language, publishing and corporate identity standards. Provide strategic leadership for professional photography, videography and multimedia services that support the Executive Council, marketing, communication and public awareness initiatives. Drive internal communication strategies and programmes that strengthen employee engagement, organisational culture and awareness of government priorities. Develop and implement communication policies, governance frameworks, systems and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, quality and consistency. Foster strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, co

Requirements

  • An NQF Level 7 qualification in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Visual Communication, Fine Arts or a related field
  • An NQF Level 8 qualification in the related fields will be an added advantage
  • 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level, with proven managerial capability
  • Proven experience in leading integrated communication, digital, visual and multimedia communication services, 199 including video, photography, graphic design and website/content management
  • managing multidisciplinary teams
  • and delivering high-impact campaigns in a complex environment
  • Key Competencies: The successful candidate must demonstrate strategic leadership
  • advanced communication, writing, editing, content development and technical capabilities
  • strong project, financial, performance and people management skills
  • and sound knowledge of integrated communication, media, marketing, digital communication and audience engagement practices

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of integrated communication strategies, campaigns and programmes that support provincial priorities and service delivery objectives
  • Direct media buying, advertising and audience engagement initiatives to maximise communication reach, visibility and impact across multiple platforms
  • Oversee the governance, performance and continuous improvement of the Gauteng Provincial Government website, including content management, user experience, SEO, accessibility and development of sub-sites
  • Manage the production and distribution of high- quality print and digital publications, ensuring compliance with editorial, language, publishing and corporate identity standards
  • Provide strategic leadership for professional photography, videography and multimedia services that support the Executive Council, marketing, communication and public awareness initiatives
  • Drive internal communication strategies and programmes that strengthen employee engagement, organisational culture and awareness of government priorities
  • Develop and implement communication policies, governance frameworks, systems and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, quality and consistency
  • Foster strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, communicators, media partners, agencies and service providers
  • Manage the Directorate's financial, human and operational resources in accordance with the PFMA, Public Service Regulations and other applicable frameworks