Communications Officer

An appropriate B Degree (NQF 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF 6) in the field of Communications / Public Relations / Journalism / Media Studies or equivalent. Minimum two (2) years' experience in communications environment. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Basic knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to public service administration, specifically: Public Service Act and Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Public Finance Management Act, NPA Act, Access to information Act, DPSA directives. Knowledge of public service, knowledge management, internal and external liaison, publications, advertising and branding, newswriting, reviewing and proofreading. Knowledge of NPA policies and procedures. Computer skills: MS Office Suite, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project. Editing, project management, policy analysis and development, supervisory skills, decision making skills, analysis and problem-solving skills, interpersonal relations, communication (oral and written) skills. Excellent report writing skills. Task or time management skills. Conflict management, planning, research, presentation and facilitation.