ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SOCIAL MEDIA

• Reference Number : REFS/013364
• Directorate : Chief Directorate: Communication
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R382 245 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr. Oscar Baloyi, Tel (011) 689 4648

Requirements :

• NQF level 6 in Communication/Political Science/Journalism/Digital Media or equivalent. A short course in social media will be an added advantage. 2-3 years-experience in managing social media or mainstream media in different spheres of government or similar environment is essential. A valid driver’s licence a requirement.

Duties :

• Developing social media content plans that are consistent with the e-Gov’s brand identity. Creating consistent, meaningful content on all social media platforms, including writing, and editing social media posts, improving stakeholder engagement, and promoting social media campaigns. Managing a high volume of daily social media posts. Communicating with social media followers, including responding to queries in a timely manner. Developing and managing social influencer programs and attending social influencer events. Preparing monthly reports on social media marketing efforts. Suggesting recommendations to adjust the social media marketing strategy for optimal results. Staying up to date on best practices and emerging trends in social media. Manage relationship with events, stakeholder relations, marketing, communication, media relations, graphic designers to develop programs and campaigns for social media platforms.

Notes :

• It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. All applications should be delivered to: Gauteng Department of e-Government, Imbumba House, 75 Fox Street, Marshalltown, or post to P/Bag x112, Marshalltown, 2107 or Applicants can apply online at: www.professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za CLOSING DATE: 11 MARCH 2022 NOTE: Applications must be submitted on form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service department) and must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. Clear indication of the post and reference number of the post that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z83. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates and copies of qualifications and ID must be attached (copies need not be certified). Communication regarding certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates. General information: Short-listed candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determine by the Gauteng Department of e-Government. Successful candidates maybe be subjected to competency assessment and must obtain a positive security clearance. Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Department of e-Government reserves the right to fill or not fill the above-mentioned posts.

Employer : Department of e-Government

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 11-03-2022

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.