GAUTENG OFFICE OF THE PREMIER POST: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: NEWS AND MEDIA LIAISON REF-05271 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Johannesburg Directorate: Strategy and Media Liaison Salary: R 532 278 (all inclusive remuneration package} REQUIREMENTS: A 3-4 year qualification in communications, Journalism or Public Relations. 4-5 years experience in junior management position and at least five years’ experience in the news and media, strategic communications or government communications field. Proven strong writing, editing and other journalistic skills and experience, including writing news and feature articles, headlines and captions. In depth An ability to manage the production and distribution process of a newspaper. Understanding of the mass media. Proficiency in at least three South African languages. Have an interest in current affairs. Leadership abilities and strong people skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Managerial and organisational experience. An understanding of and commitment to government objectives, policies and programmes. DUTIES: Manage the overall integrity of the Gauteng News and other publications, in line with government priorities and design standards. Plan content, print space, layout and design, coverage, advertising and scheduling for the monthly newspaper and other publications, strategically. Prepare, write, proof-read and edit content for Gauteng News as well as content for other Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG publications, including booklets, posters, pamphlets, and other media. Manage and convene diary meetings. Oversee, assign and mentor writers, interns, researchers and fact checkers. Assign duties to the team that will result in effective production and distribution of publications. Verify information for publication purposes. Monitor news gathering activities. Support the writing and editing of media statements, news releases, speeches and opinion pieces. Develop an efficient system for writing and editing of GPG communication products. Develop and update the editorial policy. Develop strategies for partnerships and participation from the public. Ensure effective distribution of the Gauteng News. Develop and sustain key messages linked to the communication programme. Manage the financial and human resources of the sub-directorate. Assist in managing the Directorate. Compile strategic plans and monthly and quarterly progress reports for the sub-directorate. NOTES: Applications can be delivered to The Director: Internal Human Resource Management, 30 Simmonds Street, Johannesburg or posted to Private Bag X61 Marshalltown 2107. ENQUIRIES: Ms Khanyisile Mafiri, (011) 355 6060 CLOSING DATE: 10 DECEMBER 2014
Posted on: Thu, 04 Dec 2014 11:29:27 +0000
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