REGIONAL COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR: LIASON is a South African government vacancy at Government Communication and Information System (GCIS). This job is part of Circular 17 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Harry Gwala | closing date: 12 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applicants must submit their applications via the link http://erecruitment.gcis.gov.za or hand deliver applications to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard & Festival streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.
Directorate
KwaZulu Natal Provincial Office
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Centre
Harry Gwala
Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognised by SAQA in Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication/ Public Relations majoring in Journalism/Media/ Communication.
- At least three (3) years’ relevant experience of which one (1) year should be on salary level seven (7), eight (8) or equivalent supervisory level in the communications environment with knowledge of communication disciplines, including media liaison, stakeholder relations, research and development communication.
- The candidate must understand development communication practice, and knowledge of KwaZulu Natal Province with specific insights to Harry Gwala district and its local municipalities.
- Be innovative, digital literate and abreast with digital communication methods and applications.
- A self-motivated and enthusiastic person able to work with limited levels of supervision.
- Strong verbal and effective writing and communication skills.
- Furthermore, applicant should be in possession of a valid Code 08 driver’s licence as the work involves extensive travelling.
- Basic knowledge of administration and finances is required.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Duties
- The successful candidate will support the Deputy Director: Liaison in the implementation of a government communication programme (GCP) in Harry Gwala District as follows: Disseminate government information and implement key communication projects in line with government priorities and in accordance with the guidelines for development communication practice and platforms as developed by GCIS.
- Supervise and monitor the work of district based Senior Communication Officers (if any) as well as any communication interns or learners assigned to the region, including their administrative and operational functions, and report these to the Deputy Director: Provincial Liaison.
- Leadership in government communication system coordination in Harry Gwala district.
- Ensure the establishment and where necessary review and strengthening of communication coordination structures in the district to ensure the effective cascading of government communication content especially to leaders and structures of local government across the district.
- Ensure adherence to government communication system norms and standards in the district in line with the government communication policy.
- Support all initiatives aimed at strengthening Local Government Communication System through advocacy in strategic IGR structures at District and local level.
- Further, provide communication support to various integrated service delivery models of government, including the District Development Model (DDM) and the Thusong Service Centre programme.
- Embrace new media and utilise digital tools as part of cascading government content.
- Responsible for the development and maintenance of high-level stakeholder relations in the region with biasness towards civil society, community media, minority groups, local government and traditional leaders.
- Coordination and implementation of rapid response requirements in the district as well as writing service delivery articles on governments’ delivery on its mandate.
- Responsible for the revision and development of a localised distribution strategy for government information products at district level.
- Additionally, on a regular basis, be required to develop local communication environment assessments reports on key issues emanating from the district for the use by various stakeholders and clients.
- Support government public participation initiatives including feedback and follow up on the required communication interventions as recommended.
Enquiries
Ms Ndala Mngadi Tel No: (031) 301 6787
Department Notes
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application or employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Failure to submit an application on the new prescribed Z83 form will lead to disqualification. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed curriculum vitae. Communication regarding submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from the department. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The successful candidate must disclose to the DG particulars of all registrable financial interests, sign a performance agreement and employment contract with the DG within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain a top-secret security clearance. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GCIS that will be reviewed based on performance expiration. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of section 11 (1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA), for your personal information which you provide to the Government Communication and Information System (“GCIS”) being processed by the GCIS and its employees, agents, cabinet committees, and sub-contractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act.
Notes
In line with the Directive on the Professionalisation of Human Resource Management and Development in Public Service, all shortlisted candidates will undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine their suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript. Suitably qualified People with disabilities will be given preference regardless of Race or Gender.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Harry Gwala
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognised by SAQA in Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication/
Public Relations majoring in Journalism/Media/ Communication. At least three
(3) years’ relevant experience of which one (1) year should be on salary level seven (7), eight (8) or equivalent supervisory level in the communications
environment with knowledge of communication disciplines, including media liaison, stakeholder relations, research and development communication. The
candidate must understand development communication practice, and knowledge of KwaZulu Natal Province with specific insights to Harry Gwala
district and its local municipalities. Be innovative, digital literate and abreast
with digital communication methods and applications. A self-motivated and enthusiastic person able to work with limited levels of supervision. Strong
verbal and effective writing and communication skills. Furthermore, applicant should be in possession of a valid Code 08 driver’s licence as the work involves
extensive travelling. Basic knowledge of administration and finances is required. Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will support the Deputy Director: Liaison in the implementation of a government communication programme (GCP) in Harry
Gwala District as follows: Disseminate government information and implement key communication projects in line with government priorities and in
accordance with the guidelines for development communication practice and platforms as developed by GCIS. Supervise and monitor the work of district
based Senior Communication Officers (if any) as well as any communication interns or learners assigned to the region, including their administrative and
operational functions, and report these to the Deputy Director: Provincial
Liaison. Leadership in government communication system coordination in
Harry Gwala district. Ensure the establishment and where necessary review and strengthening of communication coordination structures in the district to
ensure the effective cascading of government communication content especially to leaders and structures of local government across the district.
Ensure adherence to government communication system norms and standards in the district in line with the government communication policy.
Support all initiatives aimed at strengthening Local Government
Communication System through advocacy in strategic IGR structures at District and local level. Further, provide communication support to various integrated
service delivery models of government, including the District Development
Model (DDM) and the Thusong Service Centre programme. Embrace new media and utilise digital tools as part of cascading government content.
Responsible for the development and maintenance of high-level stakeholder relations in the region with biasness towards civil society, community media,
minority groups, local government and traditional leaders. Coordination and implementation of rapid response requirements in the district as well as writing
service delivery articles on governments’ delivery on its mandate. Responsible for the revision and development of a localised distribution strategy for
government information products at district level. Additionally, on a regular basis, be required to develop local communication environment assessments
reports on key issues emanating from the district for the use by various stakeholders and clients. Support government public participation initiatives
including feedback and follow up on the required communication interventions as recommended.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ndala Mngadi Tel No: (031) 301 6787
NOTE : In line with the Directive on the Professionalisation of Human Resource Management and Development in Public Service, all shortlisted candidates will
undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine their suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of
the post. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript. Suitably qualified People with disabilities will be given preference
regardless of Race or Gender.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 17 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.