The City of Johannesburg is inviting qualified individuals to apply for the permanent position of Deputy Director: Communications within the Department of Human Settlements. This is your opportunity to shape how the City communicates with its residents, partners, and media.
Vacancy Details
| Employer | City of Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 16 May 2025 |
| Location | 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Salary | R60,978.62 per month (excluding benefits) |
Deputy Director: Communications
Department: Human Settlements
Branch: Business Management Support
Position Type: Permanent
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
- Postgraduate qualification is advantageous
- 7–9 years’ experience, with at least 3–4 years at middle management level
- Understanding of municipal strategy, leadership capability, stakeholder management, and communications systems
Primary Role:
Provide strategic and operational communication support to the department. Oversee communications teams and manage media relations, stakeholder engagement, community outreach, campaign coordination, and adherence to CoJ communications policies.
Key Performance Areas:
- Lead internal and external communication strategies.
- Manage media relations, campaigns, and crisis communication.
- Direct civic education and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Align communications strategy with the City’s overall strategic vision.
- Procure marketing services and manage communications budgets.
- Respond effectively to media inquiries and influence public perception.
Competencies:
Leading Competencies:
- Strategic coordination
- Time and resource management
- Change and problem management
- High-level communication and computer literacy
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of local government protocols and Batho Pele principles
- Professionalism, ethics, collaboration, and confidentiality
- Customer service orientation and attention to detail
How to Apply
Online applications only.
Apply directly via the City of Johannesburg’s online application form
Alternatively, visit: www.joburg.org.za
Enquiries Only:
Nonzukiso Mkhanya
Tel: 011 375 6164 / 011 061 3141
Application Deadline: Friday, 16 May 2025
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within six weeks of the closing date.
- Risk checks include credit record, employment verification, criminal background, and identity validation.
- The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer and prioritises employment equity in its hiring processes.
