• Reference Number : refs/023341
• Directorate : Corporate Communication
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 325 101.00 Per Annum
• Enquiries : Ms Alinah Moagswa - 072 313 8052

Requirements :

• Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6/7) as recognized by SAQA in Graphic Design or any relevant qualification. A minimum of 1-2 years relevant experience in visual communication environment. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Skills & Competencies: The incumbent should have knowledge & understanding of the public service / business, knowledge, be Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Microsoft Office applications mostly Microsoft Word, Outlook and Powerpoint, the ability to use Adobe Premier Pro and Adobe After Effects would be advantageous, attention to detail, creative interpretation of design briefs, develop concepts, graphics and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs, creative writing and writing articles, data handling for production of infographics, relevant legislations relating to Communication, report writing & consolidation, Planning, organising and executing skills, language proficiency, client orientation and customer focus, time management skills and problem-solving analysis. Cope under pressure and meet set targets and deadlines. Good verbal and written communication skills. If shortlisted candidates will be required to present a strong design portfolio showcasing a variety of work.

Duties :

• Render graphic design and visual communication services for implementation of marketing programmes. Support internal employee communication initiatives through graphic design services. Contribute articles for internal platforms including weekly newsletters, intranet, internet, SMS applications and other appropriate platforms. Produce infographics and publications to enhance communication messages. Promote the corporate brand and image of the Department in alignment with the approved GPG CI. Ensure compliance with GPG Corporate Identity (CI) manual. Design, layout and produce print ready artwork for corporate literature, ePosters, Branding material and Newsletters. Offer graphic design services to enhance communication efforts. Monitor and evaluate communication mechanisms. Update internal communication platforms regularly. Ensure that departmental information is available on all communication mechanisms. Render assistance in the development and implementation of an internal communications framework.

Notes :

• No late applications will be considered. No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements promotes equal opportunity and aims to implement affirmative action measures to address the disadvantages in employment. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the department’s equity plan. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativity in terms of race, disability, youth & gender will receive preference. Whites, Indians, Coloureds and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications should be submitted strictly online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za and it should be accompanied by a new Z83 and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) only. Certified copies of qualifications, Identity and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job) will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. For all SMS positions, the successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government and possession of the SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is required. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Following the interview and exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic management competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic management and development for SMS posts. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

Employer : Department of Human Settlements

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 30-09-2025

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.