Assistant Director: Marketing & External Communication

About the role

The Department of Health (Mpumalanga) is hiring an Assistant Director: Marketing & External Communication, based in Provincial Office, Mbombela (Nelspruit). This is a permanent post, paying R487,197 a year. How to apply: Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za Reference number to quote: MPDOH/OCT/26/1651 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Provide and implement branding for all Departmental Events.
• Provide Strategic leadership in the planning of all Internal and External Events.
• Provide Strategic planning and crafting of the Departmental Communications Strategy.
• Ensure that there is crafting and implementation of an Annual Events calendar for the Department.
• Liaise with all Departmental Programmes in the Head Office and in all the districts with regard to successful planning and implementation of events.
• Ensure that all Departmental events are well communicated to the public for event mobilisation and successful attendance of people.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate/Grade 12 plus Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Marketing Communication as recognised by SAQA.
• At least 3 years relevant experience in Communication at supervisory/management (Level 7/8).
• Communication Industry will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Must be willing to travel long distances and work extended hours.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and relevant DPSA policies.
• Competencies and Skills:
• Planning and organising
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Computer literacy
• Teamwork and client orientation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality