Communication Clerk

Reference No: 3/1/5/1-25/35
Directorate: Rapid Response
Salary: R228,321 per annum (Level 05)
Location: Pretoria

Closing Date: 05 September 2025.

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Requirements:

• Qualifications:

  • A three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, or an equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA.

  • General exposure to the communication or media environment is an advantage.

• Skills and Experience:

  • Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Exceptional organizing and planning skills.

  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in a team environment.

  • Strong multi-tasking abilities, event management, and working with databases and presentations.

  • Time management skills and proactive approach.

  • Understanding of government’s mandate and development communication.

  • Strong problem-solving, innovative, and results-oriented with attention to detail.

  • Ability to simplify technical information into accessible language.

  • Availability outside of standard office hours and for travel as needed.

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Duties:

• Provide support to the directorate on communication and engagement initiatives.

• Assist in coordinating the daily rapid response system and monitor communication issues of concern.

• Support various tasks within the directorate and assist with the implementation of communication interventions and record keeping.

• Contribute to content development and support team members with up-to-date materials.

• Liaise with other directorates within the organization.

• Draft and repackage reports for submission and other related reports.

• Provide administrative support to Rapid Response.

• Write routine notes, memos, letters, and reports; collate inputs from various stakeholders.

• Maintain files on SharePoint and implement new procedures for document tracking.

• Coordinate internal and external meetings, appointments, and events.

• Prepare agendas and take minutes during meetings, ensuring accurate action matrices.

• Handle claims and budget cash flow information for the directorate.

• Manage the leave register, leave plans, and rosters for the directorate.

• Provide documents as needed for Internal Audit and maintain stock levels of office supplies.

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Applications:

• Hand deliver to: Tshedimosetso House, 1035 Cnr Francis Baard & Festival Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria

• Or email to: recruitment13@gcis.gov.za

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Note:

• 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.

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For Inquiries:
Ms. Mary Dorasami
Tel: (012) 473 0170

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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.