Social Media Officer

Reference No: 3/1/5/1-25/29
Directorate: Digital Media
Salary: R269,499 per annum (Level 06)
Location: Pretoria

Requirements:

Qualifications:
- A three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Digital Communication, Digital Marketing, Multimedia, or a related qualification recognized by SAQA.
- General exposure to the field is an advantage.
Skills and Experience:
- Basic understanding of content planning, writing, and maintaining social media content.
- Knowledge of using social media as part of a communication plan.
- Familiarity with web and social media content management systems (CMS), videography, photography, and/or graphic design.
- Interest and knowledge in current affairs and government operations.
- Familiarity with current social media trends and best practices.
- Excellent English writing and sub-editing skills.
- Strong planning, organizing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Computer literate.

Duties:

Be part of a team responsible for continuously updating, maintaining, and improving the GCIS social media accounts and websites.
Liaise with role-players and prepare content for social media (writing, editing, and abstracting content).
Update website content using Drupal CMS and create engaging content (written, graphic, and video) to foster audience interaction.
Use Adobe tools for content creation.
Write and distribute e-newsletters to mailing list subscribers.
Use a social media monitoring tool to listen, monitor, and engage with target audiences proactively.

Applications:

Hand deliver to: Tshedimosetso House, 1035 Cnr Francis Baard & Festival Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria
Or email to: recruitment6@gcis.gov.za

Note:

All shortlisted candidates will undergo a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment process.
Applications should include a detailed CV with courses passed as per the academic transcript.

For Inquiries:
Ms Senzeni Ngubane
Tel: (012) 473 0402

Summary of GCIS Job Application Notice

Employer: Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)
Equal Opportunity: GCIS adheres to the principles of equal employment opportunities, as per the South African Constitution and Employment Equity Act. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply, with preference given to those helping meet equity targets.
Application Details:
- Submit applications to the Director-General (DG), GCIS, Private Bag X745, Pretoria 0001 or to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard and Festival streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.
- Alternatively, applications can be emailed (address provided in the notice).
- Attention: Ms. P. Kgopyane
- Closing Date: 05 September 2025.
Application Requirements:
- Applicants must use the new Z83 form, introduced on 1 January 2021 (available on www.gov.za).
- Only the completed Z83 form and a detailed CV are required at application stage.
- Do not submit qualifications or other documents initially. Certified copies will be requested from shortlisted candidates.
- Foreign qualifications must include a SAQA evaluation certificate.
- Late or non-compliant applications will be disqualified.
Post-Application Process:
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must submit certified documents by the interview date.
- Successful candidates must sign a performance agreement, disclose financial interests, and obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.
- Background checks, including verification of qualifications, previous experience, and citizenship, will be conducted.
Privacy and Consent:
- By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of 2013.
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you haven’t been contacted within 3 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- GCIS reserves the right not to fill the vacancy.

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