DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DIGITAL MEDIA 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: Pretoria | 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
Digital Media
Salary
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
Centre
Pretoria
Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognised by SAQA in Journalism, Media Studies, Multimedia Studies, Communication or equivalent related qualification.
- Four (4) years’ relevant experience of which two (2) years should be on salary level nine (9), ten (10) or equivalent junior management level.
- Experience in website content management, digital publishing, content management systems and the distribution of government information through digital platforms.
- Competency in one or more content management systems, such as SharePoint, Drupal, WordPress and Joomla.
- Knowledge of government communication, web publishing standards, digital content coordination, online audience needs and content quality assurance.
- Excellent writing and editing skills in English.
- Understanding of digital content management, web publishing environments, online collaboration tools and emerging technologies that support digital communication, workflow automation and citizen engagement.
- Experience in coordinating teams, managing workflows, compiling reports, maintaining records and working with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision and as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in more than one South African official language will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge and understanding of no-code and low-code technologies, web application development platforms and AI-powered digital tools will serve as an added advantage.
- Experience or familiarity with modern web development and digital engagement platforms, including Wix, customer relationship management systems, Microsoft Power Apps, chatbot development tools, Adobe Creative Suite and omnichannel digital communication tools or platforms, will serve as an added advantage.
Duties
- The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the websites and web publishing component of the Digital Media Directorate’s operational work.
- Coordinate the daily administration, maintenance, improvement and content management of GCIS-managed websites and related content management systems.
- Coordinate the identification, selection, preparation, uploading and updating of website content to ensure that information remains accurate, relevant, accessible and up to date.
- Provide operational oversight of allocated GCIS-managed websites and related digital publishing platforms, including SAnews, Vuk’uzenzele and other relevant content management systems.
- Monitor website functionality, content quality and user experience, and coordinate the resolution of contentrelated or system-related issues with relevant stakeholders.
- Support website improvements, including content structure, navigation, accessibility, searchability, usability and compliance with approved editorial, branding and web publishing standards.
- Assist with the development, updating and implementation of guidelines, standards and procedures relating to website content management, digital publishing, content governance and quality assurance.
- Provide advisory services and support to government departments and internal stakeholders on website content management, web publishing and the use of content management systems.
- Coordinate operational activities within the unit, including workflow processes, task allocation, deadline management and support to team members.
- Compile reports on website activities, content updates, performance trends, risks, challenges and areas requiring improvement.
- Manage website-related correspondence, stakeholder requests and official email communication to ensure timely responses, proper coordination and accurate record-keeping.
- Maintain records and utilise enterprise information management systems, including the SharePoint Document Centre, to ensure that work-related documents and correspondence are stored in accordance with the GCIS File Plan and records management requirements.
- Contribute to digital projects, campaigns and online communication activities by ensuring that relevant website content is published, updated and aligned with approved communication priorities.
- Provide support within the broader Digital Media Directorate, including digital publishing, content scheduling, campaign support, monitoring of digital platforms, social media coordination and related online communication activities, as and when required.
Enquiries
Mr Tumelo Komape Tel No: (012) 473 0174
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. This post will be filled by a candidate whose appointment will assist the department in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to coloured and white candidates. 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 : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognised by SAQA in Journalism, Media Studies, Multimedia Studies,
Communication or equivalent related qualification. Four (4) years’ relevant experience of which two (2) years should be on salary level nine (9), ten (10)
or equivalent junior management level. Experience in website content management, digital publishing, content management systems and the
distribution of government information through digital platforms. Competency in one or more content management systems, such as SharePoint, Drupal,
WordPress and Joomla. Knowledge of government communication, web publishing standards, digital content coordination, online audience needs and
content quality assurance. Excellent writing and editing skills in English.
Understanding of digital content management, web publishing environments, online collaboration tools and emerging technologies that support digital
communication, workflow automation and citizen engagement. Experience in coordinating teams, managing workflows, compiling reports, maintaining
records and working with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to
work independently with minimal direct supervision and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Proficiency in more than one South African official language will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and understanding of no-code and low-code technologies, web application development platforms and AI-powered digital tools will serve as an
added advantage. Experience or familiarity with modern web development and digital engagement platforms, including Wix, customer relationship
management systems, Microsoft Power Apps, chatbot development tools,
Adobe Creative Suite and omnichannel digital communication tools or platforms, will serve as an added advantage.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the websites and web publishing component of the Digital
Media Directorate’s operational work. Coordinate the daily administration, maintenance, improvement and content management of GCIS-managed
websites and related content management systems. Coordinate the identification, selection, preparation, uploading and updating of website
content to ensure that information remains accurate, relevant, accessible and up to date. Provide operational oversight of allocated GCIS-managed websites
and related digital publishing platforms, including SAnews, Vuk’uzenzele and other relevant content management systems. Monitor website functionality,
content quality and user experience, and coordinate the resolution of contentrelated or system-related issues with relevant stakeholders. Support website improvements, including content structure, navigation, accessibility,
searchability, usability and compliance with approved editorial, branding and web publishing standards. Assist with the development, updating and
implementation of guidelines, standards and procedures relating to website content management, digital publishing, content governance and quality
assurance. Provide advisory services and support to government departments and internal stakeholders on website content management, web publishing
and the use of content management systems. Coordinate operational activities within the unit, including workflow processes, task allocation, deadline
management and support to team members. Compile reports on website activities, content updates, performance trends, risks, challenges and areas
requiring improvement. Manage website-related correspondence, stakeholder requests and official email communication to ensure timely responses, proper
coordination and accurate record-keeping. Maintain records and utilise enterprise information management systems, including the SharePoint
Document Centre, to ensure that work-related documents and correspondence are stored in accordance with the GCIS File Plan and records management
requirements. Contribute to digital projects, campaigns and online communication activities by ensuring that relevant website content is
published, updated and aligned with approved communication priorities.
Provide support within the broader Digital Media Directorate, including digital publishing, content scheduling, campaign support, monitoring of digital
platforms, social media coordination and related online communication activities, as and when required.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Tumelo Komape Tel No: (012) 473 0174
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. This post will be filled by a candidate whose appointment will assist
the department in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the
Department’s Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to coloured and white candidates. 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.