SENIOR OFFICER

Closing Date: 31 January 2023
Salary: R 358 217.70 – R 464 991.26 (T12)

DIRECTORATE:         CORPORATE SERVICES

DIVISION:                 CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS, INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS &

                               PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

SECTION:                 SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT & COMMUNICATION

BASIC SALARY:         R 358 217.70 – R 464 991.26 (T12) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

REF NO.:                  NOTICE 19 of 2023

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES: ● Relevant 3 year Tertiary qualification, preferably a Diploma /National Diploma or degree ●   2-5 years relevant experience required.

REQUIREMENTS: ● Valid driver’s license ● Computer literate (MS Office applications ● Good supervision, human relations and communication skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages in the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Required to work outside normal office, during emergencies and planned overtime ● Must be responsible, honest, reliable and able to work independently ● Mentally fit and healthy

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate and control the processes associated with social media content and communication programs and projects ● Develops an effective communication strategy for the municipality ●Liaise with the media in terms of the Municipality’s policy and strategy in order to ensure a professional working relationship between the media, Council and residents.● Compile media releases and organise media conferences to brief community/ press● Administrates, organize. and coordinate all communication events/functions at the municipality ●Address issues affecting the Municipality’s image and reputation with timeous communication interventions through research and conveying factual information in media releases   ● Maintain and modify the Municipal social website (Facebook / Twitter / WhatsApp/ Instagram, etc.) and ensure that electronic applications are updated and fully functional●   Monitor and manage the functional activities of personnel● Adhere to Supply Chain Management procedures ● Coordinate and control procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the Section ● Keeps abreast of developments, legislative changes, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Communication: Ensures that all communication is clear and unambiguous;
• Organizational Awareness: Is politically aware and astute;
• Conceptual Thinking: Thoroughly explores issues and uses initiative;

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Project Management: Follows procedures accurately;
• Financial Management: Understands the MFMA and what it seeks to achieve;
• Information Measuring and Monitoring: Able to summarize conclusions;
• Technology Usage: Demonstrates more advanced computer literacy;

PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES

• Service Delivery orientation: Researches needs of clients;
• Interpersonal relationships: Relates to people at all levels of the organization;
• Customer orientation and customer focus: Understands the client’s issues;

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

• Action Orientation: Willing to take on new challenges;
• Resilience: Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks or other constraints;
• Accountability and Ethical Conduct: Honours the confidentiality of matters;
• Learning Orientation: Willing to try new approaches in order to develop a better way of doing things;

MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Direction Setting: Sets out work for others in a well-planned and clear manner;
• Impact and Influence: Motivates subordinates to accomplish tasks;
• Coaching and Mentoring: Sets challenging tasks that stretches individuals’ abilities;
• Team Orientation: Works effectively with people from other organizations;

Work related enquiries can be directed to the Manager: Corporate Communication, Intergovernmental Relations and Public Participation Mr. A Namntu on anamntu@plett.gov.za or on tell: 044 501 3006.

For general enquiries, contact Mr. J Williams or Ms L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.

Application forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply

Please Note: 

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. Please complete the Reference Checking Consent & Authorization Form which is available on the Municipality’s Website. (Compulsory)
3. NO LATE APPLICATIONS will be considered. Canvassing of Councillors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

M MEMANI

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                             CLOSING DATE: 31 January 2023 @ 14h00

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled