Assistant Director: Media Liaison

PURPOSE

To support the effective implementation of the organisation's communication strategies and to enhance the image of the department through media liaison.

KEY RESULTS AREAS

1. Customise media liaison services to journalists to suit each medium.
2. Media Monitoring of coverage pertaining to the department and the National System of Innovation.
3. Internal and external Publication and Communication.
4. Provide media liaison, marketing and events assistance with Special Projects.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge and understanding of Government communications.
2. Project Management in terms of planning and meeting deadlines.
3. Good command of official South African languages including English and another language.
4. Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act, Public Service Regulations.
5. Knowledge of Public Access to Information Act.

Skills:

1. Communication skills.
2. Planning and organising.
3. Administrative skills.
4. Project planning and management principles.
5. Negotiation skills.
6. Computer skills.

Personal Attributes:

1. Good communication skills.
2. Good interpersonal skills.
3. Team Player.
4. Protocol.
5. Diplomacy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1. NQF level 6 qualification in Media studies/ Communication/ Journalism / Business Communication.
2. 2 years' experience in media liaison and media monitoring.

Desired Skills:

1. Good communication skills.
2. Planning and Organizing.