Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/329
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER: COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER CARE DIVISION COMMUNICATION
Western Cape Department of Social Development
- ProvinceWestern Cape
- LevelLevel 08
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Job details
- Circular
- 29 of 2026
- Page No.
- 36–37
- Circular Post
- 29/329
- Department
- Western Cape Department of Social Development
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 7 September 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
The closing date was 7 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Application history
Previous application instructions are retained below for reference.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
- Reference information
- DSD 61/2026
- Salary information
- R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification;
- A minimum of 1-year relevant experience.
- Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: The ability to execute design trends; ability to use design software including Adobe Creative Suite; social media marketing trends and principles; working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; project management; operational management practices; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; understanding of the regional and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting the provincial government of the Western Cape; constitutional and legal arrangements governing the South African public sector; public finance and human resources discourse management processes; understanding of Communication policies and guidelines; functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; labour relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general.
Duties
- Develop and implement internal and external communication campaigns and products in support of departmental strategic priorities.
- Updating the departmental website.
- Develop, monitor and enhance the Department’s corporate identity and brand.
- Media Liaison and Public Relations Support.
- Communication Strategy and Stakeholder Relations.
Enquiries
Ms E Lewis at Ester.Lewis@westerncape.gov.za
APPLICATION INFORMATION — VACANCY CLOSED
Applications for this vacancy closed on 7 September 2026. Applications are no longer being accepted.
Previous application instructions — for reference
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
- All shortlisted candidates 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.
- The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
- By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
- Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
- Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
- Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: SA Gov Jobs is an independent job information service and is not a government department. 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. Expired vacancies are kept for reference only. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.
Original Text
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge and
understanding of the following: The ability to execute design trends; ability to use design software including Adobe Creative Suite; social media marketing
trends and principles; working experience with the legislation, regulatory
frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and
information pertaining to the line function; project management; operational management practices; modern systems of governance and administration;
public service procedures, processes and systems; understanding of the regional and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting the provincial
government of the Western Cape; constitutional and legal arrangements governing the South African public sector; public finance and human resources
discourse management processes; understanding of Communication policies and guidelines; functioning of the Province and the activities of sister
departments/related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; labour relations legislation and regulations; performance management in
general.
DUTIES : Develop and implement internal and external communication campaigns and products in support of departmental strategic priorities. Updating the
departmental website. Develop, monitor and enhance the Department’s corporate identity and brand. Media Liaison and Public Relations Support.
Communication Strategy and Stakeholder Relations.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Lewis at Ester.Lewis@westerncape.gov.za