PRINCIPAL COMMUNICATION OFFICER: COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA MONITORING 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
Government Communication, Monitoring and Evaluation
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Centre
Pretoria
Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication/ Public Relations/ Public Administration/ Public Governance or equivalent related qualification.
- At least two (2) years’ experience in communication and media monitoring and analysis; experience and skills in communication and media data capturing, and use of Excel spreadsheets.
- Knowledge of and experience in monitoring and evaluation will be a recommendation.
- Good communication/liaison, planning and research skills.
- Proficiency in using GCIS’ Government Communication Excellence Tool (G-CET) and Media Monitoring and Analysis Tools.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of government programmes and priorities.
- Knowledge of and a strong interest in current affairs and the South African socio-political situation.
- Understanding of the media landscape and environment.
- Tested knowledge of monitoring and evaluation and media analysis methodologies.
- Willingness to travel.
- Have a code 8 or 10 driver’s licence.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, but also to coordinate work within a team environment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Intermediate to advanced report writing and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in internet searches.
- Use of databases and electronic dissemination of products.
- Planning and organising.
Duties
- The successful candidate will be required to support the work of monitoring and evaluating government communication at National, Provincial, and Local levels especially through capturing and analysing communication performance data.
- Support media monitoring and analysis through GCIS’ Media Monitoring and Analysis System to monitor and analyse communications environment for media coverage of government’s priorities; major programmes; special events like the State of the Nation Address; communication campaigns and activities and assist with the compilation of media analysis reports.
- The official will also have to support GCIS projects such as the Government Communication Policy and also contribute to administrative functions in the Directorate.
Enquiries
Mr Brite Nemaranzhe Tel No: (012) 473 0040
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 suitably qualified 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
Directorate: Government Communication, Monitoring and Evaluation
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma (NQF 6) in Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication/ Public Relations/ Public
Administration/ Public Governance or equivalent related qualification. At least two (2) years’ experience in communication and media monitoring and
analysis; experience and skills in communication and media data capturing, and use of Excel spreadsheets. Knowledge of and experience in monitoring
and evaluation will be a recommendation. Good communication/liaison, planning and research skills. Proficiency in using GCIS’ Government
Communication Excellence Tool (G-CET) and Media Monitoring and Analysis
Tools. Strong knowledge and understanding of government programmes and priorities. Knowledge of and a strong interest in current affairs and the South
African socio-political situation. Understanding of the media landscape and environment. Tested knowledge of monitoring and evaluation and media
analysis methodologies. Willingness to travel. Have a code 8 or 10 driver’s licence. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Well-developed
interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, but also to coordinate work within a team environment. Ability to work under pressure.
Advanced computer skills. Intermediate to advanced report writing and presentation skills. Proficiency in internet searches. Use of databases and
electronic dissemination of products. Planning and organising.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to support the work of monitoring and evaluating government communication at National, Provincial, and Local levels
especially through capturing and analysing communication performance data.
Support media monitoring and analysis through GCIS’ Media Monitoring and
Analysis System to monitor and analyse communications environment for media coverage of government’s priorities; major programmes; special events
like the State of the Nation Address; communication campaigns and activities and assist with the compilation of media analysis reports. The official will also
have to support GCIS projects such as the Government Communication Policy and also contribute to administrative functions in the Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Brite Nemaranzhe Tel No: (012) 473 0040
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 suitably qualified 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.