Assistant Director: Marketing & External Communication

Department: Mpumalanga Provincial Government Centre: Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit) Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus service benefits) Reference: MPDOH/OCT/26/1651 DUTIES Provide and implement branding for all Departmental Events. Provide Strategic leadership in the planning of all Internal and External Events. Provide Strategic planning and crafting of the Departmental Communications Strategy. Ensure that there is crafting and implementation of an Annual Events calendar for the Department. Liaise with all Departmental Programmes in the Head Office and in all the districts with regard to successful planning and implementation of events. Ensure that all Departmental events are well communicated to the public for event mobilisation and successful attendance of people. ENQUIRIES Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications. A comprehensive, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) contactable references and all mandatory documents must be uploaded on the portal to apply for these opportunities. No manual, emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. NOTE Applications received after closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Applicants must disclose if she/he is not a Director/Shareholder of a company or conducting any business with Organ of State and whether is performing any additional remunerative work outside his/her normal duties. The question related to conditions that prevents re-appointment under Part F – “applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section intended for those seeking re-employment, as their prior employment can be verified”. It will be expected of the shortlisted candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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 top 2 candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits/assets, qualifications verification and previous employment background/reference checks will be verified. The successful candidate will enter into an Annual Performance Agreement, and also annually disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. SMS Posts: The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Candidates requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Marketing Communication as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Communication at supervisory / management (Level 7/8). Communication Industry will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s licence. Must be willing to travel long distances and work extended hours. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies. Competencies and Skills: Planning and organising. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Good verbal and written communication skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Computer literacy. Teamwork and client orientation. Ability to maintain confidentiality.