Communication Officer: Community and Intra-Departmental Liaison

About the role

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism (Mpumalanga) is hiring a Communication Officer: Community and Intra-Departmental Liaison, based in Head Office Mbombela. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications. A comprehensive, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) contactable references and all mandatory documents must be uploaded on the portal to apply for these opportunities. No manual, emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. Reference number to quote: DEDT/2026/27/18 Closing date: 30 October 2026 @ 16h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Regularly update stakeholder database, Coordinate the compilation of the Departmental Calendar of Events, Assist in co-ordinating Departmental Public Participation Programmes and campaigns, Manage all Departmental exhibitions, Produce content for both internal and external publications, Develop content for all information promotional material, Disseminate information and interact with stakeholders via Departmental social media platforms, Render branding service, Render photography service, Liaise and work closely with Departmental Public Entities and other stakeholders, Compile and submit required reports, Provide general administrative support, Perform any other relevant duties as directed.

Requirements

• An appropriate SAQA NQF level 6 in Communication/Journalism/Marketing/Public Relations with 02 years work experience in communication environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Have an ability to work under pressure, prepared to work irregular hours (including weekends and public holidays), and travel extensively, when required to meet tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of the mandate of the Department in terms of applicable Acts, prescripts and regulations.
• The successful candidate must be able to display the following competencies: multi-tasking, strong public relations, Project Management, time management and prioritising skills, with a pro-active approach, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail, knowledge and understanding of government corporate ethos and values.
• The prospective candidate must be computer literate including the use of various software programmes at high proficiency level.