Director: Mayoral Communications

Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor

Branch: Office of the Chief of Staff

Primary Function: To direct, lead and manage Mayoral communications and media issues, as well as an advisor to the Mayor, City departments, their directors, and other staff members on communications to ensure effective and consistent delivery of messages between and within all the strategic business units of the Municipality.

Leading Competencies:

• Knowledge of City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy and Regulatory Frameworks
• In-depth knowledge of the project,
• Knowledge on Corporate Governance techniques & tools and how they can be practically applied.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organization, administration, and personnel management. Core Competencies:
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel);
• Good facilitation and influencing skills;
• Good listening and communications skills;
• Coordinating skills; Customer Care Skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Critical thinking Skills;
• Excellent written and verbal skills;
• Good management skills. “All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability