Communications: Social Media Specialist at City of Johannesburg

Appointment Requirements: 

• Matric Certificate/Grade 12; 
• National Diploma (NQF level 6) or a qualification in Media studies/Journalism/Political Science/Communication; 
• 3 – 4 years’ experience in Media Liaison position or similar; 
• Experience in Public Administration will be an added advantage; and 
• Must have a valid driver’s license. 

 Primary Function:

• To provide direction, develop and manage media relations between the Office of the Executive Mayor and the media and proactively manage the relations between the Office of the Executive Mayor, departments and the legislature. 

Key Performance Areas: 

• Execute project planning process to inform the business unit, of the business planning process;
• Execute process optimization and efficiency; 
• Execute media relations functions; 
• Execute activities associated with management and control of the assets and resources; 
• Execute specific activities to ensure effective governance and risk management; 
• Ensure effective monitoring and reporting of the Directorates; 
• Perform general administration and reporting. 

 Leading Competencies: 

• Networking;
• Operational planning; 
• Problem solving; 
• Good planning of projects, organizing and Project management; 
• Good written and communication (report writing, PowerPoint presentations, etc.); 
• Time management; 
• Computer literacy and Prioritising.