COMMUNICATION OFFICER-PERMANENT WITH THREE MONTHS’ PROBATION,

Gauteng Provincial Government; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 213,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY is seeking a communications professional to craft digital content for external platforms and internal channels. The role involves writing engaging copy, coordinating editorial pieces, and maintaining online channels to reflect corporate messaging.

The position requires Matric and a relevant Diploma or degree with strong writing/editing skills; experience in digital platforms and corporate audiences is preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
• Diploma or degree at NQF Level 6 in Communications, Digital Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations.
• Exceptional digital writing, editing, and proofreading with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to adapt tone and style for different digital platforms and diverse corporate audiences.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging copy for digital platforms (website, adverts, social media).
• Coordinate and draft editorial pieces for internal newsletters, external media, and press releases.
• Maintain and update intranet and internet with fresh, approved content.
• Design and manage internal campaigns to foster culture and staff alignment.
• Compile monthly media monitoring reports and track digital engagement across platforms.
• Partner with Senior Manager on internal/external communications projects to ensure messaging consistency.

Skills

Exceptional digital writing

Editing

Proofreading

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) certificate

NQF Level 6 Diploma or degree in Communications/Digital Marketing/Journalism/Public Relations

Job description

• Reference Number : Refs/057188
• Directorate : STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : PATERSON GRADE GGDA C1, SALARY R236 725.00 TOTAL COST OF EMPLOYMENT PER ANNUM
• Enquiries : Only queries can be forwarded to – [e-mail]

Requirements :

• Education- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is essential. Degree- A relevant Diploma or degree NQF Level 6 in Communications, Digital Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations. Key Skills- Exceptional digital writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio of corporate or digital content. Ability to adapt tone and style for different digital platforms and diverse corporate audiences.

Duties :

• Digital Storytelling: Write engaging copy for the company's digital platforms, including the external website, adverts and social media channels. Content Curation: Coordinate, collate, and draft editorial pieces for internal newsletters, external media publications, and press releases. Channel Management: Maintain and proactively update the company's intranet and internet with fresh, approved, and engaging content. Digital Signage: Drive internal awareness campaigns by managing, designing, and uploading dynamic content to digital monitors across all office floors. Support the Head of Department by designing and executing internal and external communication campaigns that foster corporate culture and staff alignment. Analytics & Reporting: Compile comprehensive monthly media monitoring reports, track digital engagement metrics across platforms, and distribute insights to key stakeholders to inform future strategies. Project Execution: Partner with the Senior Manager on ad hoc internal and external communication projects, ensuring messaging consistency across all touchpoints

Preference will be given to people with disabilities, women, and previously disadvantaged individuals to promote Employment Equity within the group.

Employer :

Department of Economic Development

Location :

GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Closing Date : 06-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have the required qualification

Exceptional digital writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio of corporate or digital content. o Ability to adapt tone and style for different digital platforms and diverse corporate audiences.