Communication Officer
Gauteng Department of Economic Development · Gauteng
Posted 4 November 2026
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- Education- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is essential. Degree- A relevant Diploma or degree NQF Level 6 in Communications, Digital Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations.
- Key Skills- Exceptional digital writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio of corporate or digital content. Ability to adapt tone and style for different digital platforms and diverse corporate audiences.
Duties
- Digital Storytelling: Write engaging copy for the company's digital platforms, including the external website, adverts and social media channels.
- Content Curation: Coordinate, collate, and draft editorial pieces for internal newsletters, external media publications, and press releases. Channel Management: Maintain and proactively update the company's intranet and internet with fresh, approved, and engaging content.
- Digital Signage: Drive internal awareness campaigns by managing, designing, and uploading dynamic content to digital monitors across all office floors. Support the Head of Department by designing and executing internal and external communication campaigns that foster corporate culture and staff alignment.
- Analytics & Reporting: Compile comprehensive monthly media monitoring reports, track digital engagement metrics across platforms, and distribute insights to key stakeholders to inform future strategies.
- Project Execution: Partner with the Senior Manager on ad hoc internal and external communication projects, ensuring messaging consistency across all touchpoints