Assistant Director: Communication; Graphic Designer), No. EADP

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide a communication service to the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, to enable effective and efficient service delivery. To render graphic design support services to the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Graphic Design, communication or related fields; A minimum of 3 years experience in a Graphic Design, Communications, Journalism or related field; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB:
People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

None.

• Supervision of staff
• Line Management – Communication
• Clients and Liaison
• Research, plan, create, design and layout print and online communication product for internal and external use.
• Internal communication.

Knowledge of the following:

• Publishing environment
• Editing and creative direction
• Project Management
• Creative Design

Skills in the following:

• Written and verbal communication
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office)
• Report writing
• Adobe Creative Cloud

R 468 459 – R 561 894 per annum (Salary level
9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension‑fund contributions, etc) are funded or co‑funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates, shall undertake two pre‑entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

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