Assistant Director:
Communication

Expiry Date
20 December 2024

Reference Number
K36851/07 - Platinum Weekly Ad

City
n/a

Province
North West

Requirements

Salary: R444 036.00 p.a (plus benefits)
• Ref No: K36851/07 • Centre: Mafikeng Provincial Hospital

Requirements: • National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/Journalism/Public Relations • Five (5) years’ relevant experience in Communication/Journalism/Public Relations of which three (3) years should be at supervisory level • A valid driver’s license • Computer literacy (practical knowledge and experience of MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint).

Duties: • Formulate, manage and implement communication strategies for effective media liaison • Handle all communication enquiries for the department and source out information from Programme Managers for the development of communication responses • Develop and maintain a contact list for health reporter • Manage communications relations for the department by initiating communication interaction platforms for the purpose of sharing health information and development in the Department • Manage the production and distribution of the external newsletter • Establish and maintain constant liaison and communication with key Health Stakeholders, Provincial Government Communicators, Government Communication Information Services and the North West Communication at large in order to ensure that an effective and efficient communication service is rendered for the Department • Manage KPA’s of subordinates.

Enquiries: Mr M Legote, Tel. (018) 383 6700

NOTE: In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our
intention to achieve equity in the workplace by offering opportunities for promotion and
fair treatment through the elimination of unfair discrimination. People with disabilities
are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Applications must be submitted on the new form Z83 (fully completed), obtainable from any
Public Service Department or www.dpsa.gov.za and should be accompanied by a recently updated,
comprehensive CV and ID document and the names of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents.

Non-RSA citizens/permanent resident permit holders must attach a copy of their permanent residence
permits to their applications. Should you possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an
evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. All qualifications will be verified. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the post in their applications. Candidates requiring additional information regarding advertised posts should direct their enquiries to the relevant person as indicated in the advertisement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Note: Short-listed candidates will be subjected to security clearance and reference checking. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record checks, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). The Department reserves the right not to make appointments to the advertised posts. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

NB: Candidates should note the following information on the new Z83 application form:
Part A: All fields must be completed in full.
Part B: All fields must be completed in full except when:

• Passport number: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers.
• An applicant has responded “No” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State? or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? If yes (provide the details)”, then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate not applicable or leave blank to the question, “in the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interests?”
• “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”- Some applicants may not be in possession of such therefore it is acceptable if left blank or if not applicable is indicated.

Part C: All fields must be completed.
Part D: All fields must be completed.
Part E, F, G: Noting that there is limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum
Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the
required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified.
It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are
accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered.

Declaration must be completed and signed (including any attachments).
All posts attached to Mafikeng Provincial Hospital must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 2031,
Mafikeng 2745, Attention to: Mr M Legote.

All posts attached to Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Complex, must be forwarded to: Private Bag A14, Klerksdorp, 2570, Attention to: Ms L Mosia.

All posts attached to Bophelong Psychiatric Hospital must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 2031, Mafikeng, 2745, Attention to: Ms E Tau.

All posts attached to Provincial Office, must be forwarded to: Healthjobs@nwpg.gov.za, Attention to: Ms G.I Mokomele or can be hand delivered at the Main Registry, Ground Floor at New Office Park Building, Corner Sekame and First Street, Mafikeng.

All posts attached to North West College of Nursing: Klerksdorp Campus must be forwarded to: Private Bag A 19, Klerksdorp, 2570, Attention to: Ms D Mosenene.

All posts attached to Mamusa Sub-District Office, applications must be forwarded to: Private Bag X01, Schweizer-Reneke, 2780, Attention to: Mr O Khonkhobe.

All posts attached to Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 82079, Rustenburg, 0300, Attention to: Ms K Tilodi.

All posts attached to Ngaka Modiri Molema District Office must be forwarded to: Private Bag X
116, Mmabatho, 2735, Attention to: Ms N Motlhabane.

All posts attached to Greater Taung Sub-District Office must be forwarded to the Sub District
Manager, Private Bag X 1052, Taung Station, 8580, Attention to: Ms M.J Benade.

All posts attached to Lehurutshe/Zeerust Hospital Complex must be forwarded to: The, Private
Bag X 1326, Zeerust, 2865, Attention to: Ms J Mlambo. All posts attached to Ramotshere Moiloa Sub-District Office, must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 6338, Zeerust, 2865, Attention to: Ms C.L Mogoshane.

All posts attached to Ratlou Sub-District Office must be forwarded to Private Bag X 116, Mmabatho, 2735, Attention to: Ms N Seeco.

All posts attached to Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Office, applications must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 24, Vryburg, 8600, Attention to: Ms M Ngakanyane.
 
All posts attached to General De La Rey Hospital, must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 16, Itsoseng, 2744, Attention to: Mr J Nontenjwa.

All posts attached to Maquassi Hills Sub-District must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 16,
Wolmaransstad, 2630, Attention to: Mr M.B Tatsi. All posts attached to Swartruggens Hospital must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 1017, Swartruggens, 2835, Attention to: Ms R Sekgobela.

All posts attached to Gelukspan District Hospital must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 116,
Mmabatho, 2735, Attention to: Ms D Botha. All posts attached to Taung District Hospital, must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 535, Taung Station, 8584, Attention to: Mr R.P Manoko.

All posts attached to Moses Kotane Sub-District must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 1045,
Mogwase, 314, Attention to: Mr L Mokotedi.

All posts attached to Tswaing Sub-District Office must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 116,
Mmabatho, 2735, Attention to: Mr M Chacha.

All posts attached to Madibeng Sub-District Office must be forwarded to: Private bag X 5084, Brits, 0250, Attention to: Mr P.M Dikobe.

All posts attached to Kgetleng Sub District must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 1017, Swartruggens, 2835, Attention to: Ms R Sekgobela.

All posts attached to Kagisano Molopo Sub-District Office, must be forwarded to: Private Bag
X533, Ganyesa 8613, Attention to: Ms G.J Legalamitlwa.

All posts attached to JB Marks Sub District (Ventersdorp Local Area) must be forwarded to: Private Bag X 1007, Ventersdorp, 2510, Attention to: Mr P Nape.

All posts attached to Bojanala District Office must be forwarded to: Private bag X 82090, Rustenburg, 0300, 0250, Attention to: Mr E Mmusi.

CLOSING DATE: 20 December 2024

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