Exciting Career Opportunity: Graphic Design & Media Production Specialist
Reference Number: HR 4/25/06/07HO
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 16:00 (for walk-in) and 00:00 (for online applications)
About the Role
The Department of Labour is seeking a highly skilled and creative Graphic Design and Media Production Specialist to join their Head Office team in Pretoria. This is a fantastic opportunity for a design professional to apply their talents within the public service, contributing to the department’s communication and branding efforts.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in one of the following fields:
- Media Production
- Graphic Design
- Media Studies
- Multimedia
- Brand Design Communication
- Web Development
- A valid driver’s licence will be a distinct advantage.
- A minimum of three (3) years of functional experience in graphic design and media production.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge: Specific knowledge of the Apple Mac Platform and its software packages (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress), the PC platform and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of photography, photographic equipment, printing processes, and public service regulations is also required.
Skills: The ideal candidate will possess excellent design and layout skills, strategic conceptualization abilities, and be adaptive to change. Key competencies include:
- Service delivery innovation
- Excellent time management and 100% adherence to deadlines
- Great interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Client orientation and customer focus
- Program and project management
- Problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Negotiation skills
- Computer literacy
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
- Conduct and use systems to ensure efficient and effective production of publicity material.
- Design and layout all publicity material for the Department.
- Coordinate the quotations process for publications.
- Prepare artwork for Social Media platforms.
- Prepare final artwork for printing.
- Execute photography for in-house Departmental events.
Application Process
Enquiries: Mr Itumeleng Motsepe, Tel: (012) 309 4963
How to Apply:
Applications must be directed to:
The Chief Director: Human Resources Management
Private Bag X117, Pretoria, 0001
or hand-delivered to: 215 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.
Email: [email protected]
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Head Office 41
Important Application Notes
Please read the following instructions carefully. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
- Online applications must be submitted as one PDF document containing only a completed Z83 form and your CV.
- Indicate the full job title and the reference number (HR 4/25/06/07HO) in the subject line of your email.
- You must use the new Z83 application form (effective from 01 January 2021). Applications on the old Z83 will not be considered.
- Sections A, B, C, and D of the Z83 form must be fully completed. The declaration in Part F must be signed.
- JPEG or picture-formatted applications will not be accepted.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other documents.
- Non-RSA citizens must submit a SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications (if shortlisted).
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
- If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Its Employment Equity Plan will inform the employment decision. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Act now! Don’t miss this chance to join a dynamic team. The closing date is 23 June 2025.
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