Public Relations Officer needed at Harry Gwala District Municipality

Job requirements:

• A Grade 12/Matric
• A øBachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7)/National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or relevant qualification
• Three (3) years’ experience working in a relevant field, two (2) years’ must be in local government
• Computer literacy in Microsoft packages
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence.

Key performance areas:

• Identify the key deliverables and immediate goals detailed in Sector Plans and the Council’s Integrated Development Plan in respect of promoting public awareness
• Coordinate planning, layout, and  distribution of publications and articles, and seek approval on articles and information for inclusion in national, provincial, and business print mediums
• Attend to the information needs with respect to the internet or website of the Municipality, check and seek approval for the usage or insertion of news items, articles, and photographs
• Design promotional materials and other materials of the Municipality
• Coordinate the design layout, printing, and distribution of the Municipality newsletter
• Coordinate and schedule media or press briefings
• Arrange media presence for specific community functions or events
• Keep abreast of media reports relating to the Municipality’s functions and address the publication of inaccurate reports.

Deadline:12th December,2025