The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) invites applications for the position of **Director: Editorial and Language Services**, based in Pretoria. This senior management role offers an all-inclusive salary package of **R1,216,824 per annum** (Level 13) and requires a **Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Media Studies, or Communication**, along with **5+ years of managerial experience**. The successful candidate will oversee editorial content for government publications, including the **South Africa Yearbook**, manage multilingual translation services, and support key campaigns like the **State of the Nation Address (SoNA)**. Essential skills include leadership, financial management, and proficiency in **three South African languages** (two African languages required). Applications must be submitted by **20 June 2025** via post, hand delivery, or email. Shortlisted candidates will need to provide certified documents. **People with disabilities are encouraged to apply**.
POST: DIRECTOR: EDITORIAL AND LANGUAGE SERVICES
REFNO: 3/1/5/1-25/11 Chief Directorate: Products and Platforms
SALARY: R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs.
CENTRE: Pretoria.
CLOSING DATE: 20 June 2025
REQUIREMENTS:
- An appropriate Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Journalism/Media Studies/Communication/Public Relations or related field majoring in Journalism/Media/Communication/Public Relations.
- Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme (Nyukela certificate) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) is a prerequisite for appointment.
- Must have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior management level, with extensive experience in writing, editing and proofreading communication and strategic documents.
- Ability to develop content in support of various communication campaigns and events such as the State of the Nation Address (SoNA) and other Key Government Programmes.
- Computer literacy is a requisite, Proven leadership capabilities, and sound interpersonal and intercultural skills.
- The following core competencies are essential: Leadership, People Management and Empowerment; Financial Management; Change Management; Risk Management; Problem Solving and Analysis; Programme and Project Management.
- Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa of 1996; Government Communication Policy; Public Service Act of 1994 and Regulations; Use of Official Languages Act of 2012; Public Administration Management Act of 2014; Public Finance
- Management Act of 1999 and other relevant prescripts applicable in the communication sector, in the Public Service and for the entities reporting to the GCIS.
- A valid driver’s licence; Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; Willingness to work overtime, including weekends and public holidays, when required.
- Knowledge of at least three South African languages of which two must be African languages..
DUTIES:
- The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning of publications, their deadlines, content scope, style and look-and-feel.
- Oversee and handle the rewriting, editing and proofreading of content for strategic documents such as the Annual Report, Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan, as well as communication products such as articles, leaflets, posters, newsletters and magazines.
- Develop content in support of government campaigns and events such as the SoNA.
- Provide editorial support and advice to management.
- Deal with writers, editors, contributors and printers.
- Supervise the production and publication of the annual South Africa Yearbook (SAYB) and its abridged version, the Official Guide to South Africa.
- Provide leadership and advice on the relevant content and look-and-feel of the two publications.
- Supervise the translation and quality control of communication products such as publications, 12 media statements, newsletters, leaflets, advertisements, exhibitions, etc.
- in all official languages, including the provision of a South African Sign Language interpreting service for the organisation.
- Supervise the harvesting of terminology, and the updating and implementation of the GCIS Language Policy and Editorial Style Guide.
- Develop and implement control systems.
- Monitor expenditure trends and submit monthly projections.
- Manage the performance of staff, and contribute to their training and development.
- Coordinate staff and management meetings.
- Compile monthly and quarterly reports of the directorate.
- Proactively manage risk and comply with audit requirements.
- Participate in relevant structures to plan for the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) and internal audit requirements.
- Provide source documents, responses and progress reports required in the performance audits by the AGSA and Internal Audit.
- Implement corrective measures as required by AGSA and Internal Audit.
- Identify and review operational and fraud risks.
- Develop and implement mitigation plans.
- Report on progress on the implementation of risk mitigation plans..
ENQUIRIES: Ms Zanele Mngadi Tel No: (012)473 0141
APPLICATIONS:
The DG of GCIS, Private Bag X745, Pretoria, 0001, hand deliver to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard & Festival streets, Hatfield, Pretoria, or to the email address provided.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Kgopyane.
NOTE:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The old prescribed application or employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020.
As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents.
Failure to submit an application on the new prescribed Z83 form will lead to disqualification.
Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed curriculum vitae.
Communication regarding submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
Therefore, only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from the department.
Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
The successful candidate must disclose to the DG particulars of all registrable financial interests, sign a performance agreement and employment contract with the DG within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain a topsecret security clearance.
All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting.
The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post.
The successful candidates will sign an employment contract with the GCIS that will be reviewed based on performance expiration.
By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the GCIS to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013..
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