Section Manager: Communication Production and PublishingLocation: Cape TownSalary: ZAR 200000 - 300000PARLIAMENTARY COMMUNICATION SERVICES (PCS)SECTION MANAGER: COMMUNICATION PRODUCTION AND PUBLISHING (IRC6613)THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO A SIX (6) MONTHS PROBATION PERIODWe offer a market and industry competitive total cost-to-company package.The successful candidate will be responsible for providing effective leadership and management of the Parliamentary Communication Production and Publishing Section to ensure that Parliament optimally utilises its production, publication, social media, and broadcasting platforms and channels to engage meaningfully with its target audience in support of the Institution's strategic objectives and Communication Strategy.
This includes the management of Parliament's brand entity to ensure that it is promoted and marketed positively towards strengthening its overall brand promise and image.YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:Multimedia Design and ProductionPublications ProductionPublishing and BroadcastingMarketing and Brand ManagementOperational Planning and ReportingHuman Resource ManagementTO QUALIFY, YOU MUST HAVE:A Grade 12 or NQF level 4 with a Relevant Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Communications / Digital Marketing / Marketing / Media Production / Brand Management8 years of relevant experience, of which at least 5 years must have been at management level in a similar role.IN ADDITION, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB-RELATED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:Drive and Tenacity to lead a multi-disciplinary professional teamDemonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skillsProven track record in delivering and maintaining high levels of customer satisfactionSound diplomacy, tact, and political savvy, as well as the ability to manage confidential and sensitive informationSuccessful conflict resolution and influencing skillsPersonal resilience and emotional maturityEffective analysis and decision-making skillsDemonstrated networking and stakeholder management skillsAbility to build sustainable and robust relationshipsAbility to work under sustained pressureThorough knowledge of relevant broadcasting and publishing legislationExtensive knowledge of the use, management, and application of communications platforms and channels, including social media platformsExtensive knowledge of editorial governance structures and processesExcellent knowledge and understanding in the development of multimedia materials and productionsExcellent knowledge and experience in market segmentation, competitive analysis, and managing brand lifecycleExcellent experience and knowledge in working on social media and other organisational digital publishing platformsKnowledge of the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act (FMPPLA)Knowledge and understanding of the role and functions of ParliamentDemonstrated ability to design and implement Communications and marketing strategiesExcellent planning and organising skillsStrong project management and programming skillsA wide degree of creative latitudeWell demonstrated leadership and people management skillsExcellent report writing and presentation skillsCLOSING DATE: 17 JANUARY 2025"Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities."PLEASE NOTE: that only applications submitted via the i-Recruitment platform will be accepted.
All required supporting documentation and information must be provided; incomplete applications will not be processed.
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Should you not hear from us within two months (2) from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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