DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: CONTENT PROCESSING AND DISSEMINATION Branch: Content Processing and Dissemination

SALARY : R1 813 182 per annum (Level 15), (an all-inclusive package), of which 70% will
be basic salary and 30% may be structured according to an individual’s needs.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in
Communication / Development Communication/ Public Relations/ Media
Studies/ Journalism or related NQF Level 8 qualification Majoring in
Communication/ Media Studies/Journalism/ Public Relations/ Development
Communication. Applicants must have eight (8) years of experience at senior
management level in the communication environment. Successful completion
of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-Entry Programme endorsed by the
National School of Government (NSG) is a pre-requisite for appointment. Skills:
Superior leadership skills; excellent written and verbal communication and digital skills; ability to interact with people at all levels; people management and
empowerment skills; strong public speaking skills; proven change
management skills and capability; analytical, organisational and interpersonal
skills; complex stakeholder management skills, especially at intergovernmental
level, innovative; creative thinking; strategic coordination skills and computer
literacy. Job knowledge: Extensive knowledge of the South African and
international communications landscape. An in-depth understanding of
government communication discipline, Knowledge of communication digital
platforms. A thorough knowledge and understanding of government policies
and programmes. Competencies: Strategic leadership and capability; Financial
management; Risk management; Corporate governance; Extensive
knowledge of the Government Communication Policy; the Constitution of the
Republic of South Africa of 1996; the Public Service Act of 1994 and
Regulations; Public Administration Management Act of 2014; the Public
Finance Management Act of 1999; and other relevant prescripts applicable in
the communication sector, in the Public Service and for the entities reporting
to the GCIS.
DUTIES : Reporting to the Director General, the Deputy Director-General will be
responsible for providing strategic leadership in providing products and
platforms that will ensure coherence, coordination, consistency, quality, impact
and responsiveness of Government communication. Provide strategic
leadership on financial and non-financial organisational planning and
performance for the Branch. Ensure development of Government
Communication and Media policies, lead legislation development for the GCIS
entities and provide technical oversight for GCIS entities. Lead the internal
digital communication, develop strategies and plan for implementation and
ensure coordination of digital communication and media production for the
whole Government Communication System. Undertake regular market
research to inform decision-making and proactive communication. Develop
strategies to reach all sectors of the population through GCIS owned products
and platforms and use of all official languages. Provide strategic leadership for
government media buying media production and marketing services. Ensure
continuous improvements in government communication through the effective
use of research. Ensure good governance in the Branch including risk and
compliance, people management and development, and prudent financial
management. Ensure effective management and preservation of the
government corporate branding across all spheres and sectors.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Paul Kwerane Tel No: (012) 473 0407 /Ms. Lungile Tshabalala Tel No: (012)
473 0074.
NOTE : It is a pre-requisite for candidates to have the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-
Entry Programme certificate to be eligible for appointment. For further details,
please click on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-
course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. For more information regarding the course,
visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. The successful candidate must
disclose to the Minister particulars of all registrable financial interests and sign
the employment contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty
as well as sign a performance agreement with the Minister within three months
from the date of assumption of duty. Appointment is subject to a positive Top
Secret Security Clearance. Following the interview and technical exercise, the
selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial
competency assessments and related assessments as prescribed by the
DPSA. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript.
Note: 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. GOVERNMENT TECHNICAL ADVISORY CENTRE (GTAC)
APPLICATIONS : Please register or if you are already registered, sign in and apply for the
position/s on the GTAC eRecruitment website
https://erecruitment.gtac.gov.za/erecruitment/
CLOSING DATE : 12 November 2026 at 12 pm.
NOTE : Only South African Citizens, and Permanent Residents need to apply as per
PSR 2016. Applications should be accompanied by a duly completed and
signed Z83 form (obtainable from any Public Service department). The post
title and reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 form. A recent
comprehensive CV should be submitted. Certified copies of qualifications and
other relevant documents will be required to be submitted to HR on or before
the day of the interview from shortlisted candidates. All short-listed candidates
will be subjected to security vetting to confirm employment, personnel
suitability checks and undergo an SMS competency assessment prior to the
interview. Short-listed candidates must make themselves available for a panel
interview on the date determined by GTAC. Late applications, and those not
meeting the requirements, will not be considered. Should you not receive
feedback from GTAC within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your
application unsuccessful. GTAC reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised
post. Preference will be given according to EE and Gender target. 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. In accordance with the
DPSA Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days and Minimum requirements, this SMS level appointment will be subject
to the completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government. The applicants should
therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre-entry certificate and
have completed the course before the appointment. The cost of the pre-entry
certificate is at the candidate’s expense. To access the pre-certificate course,
please visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-
programme. Applications: Only online applications will be accepted.
Applications not accompanied by a comprehensive CV and fully completed and
signed Z83 form will not be considered. The GTAC is an equal-opportunity
employer and encourages applications from women and people with
disabilities. Our buildings are accessible to people with disabilities and
reasonable accommodation is provided for persons with disabilities.