Public Relations Officer Opportunity: Department of Labour, Limpopo
Reference Number: HR 4/4/6/04
Salary: R468,459 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Polokwane, Limpopo
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 16:00 (for walk-in applications) and 00:00 (for online applications)
About the Role
The Department of Labour is seeking a dynamic and skilled Public Relations Officer to join its team in Limpopo. This is a fantastic opportunity for a communications professional to act as the provincial spokesperson, manage media relations, and promote the department’s services to the public. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the department’s image and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Qualifications: A three-year relevant tertiary qualification at NQF Level 6 in Communication Science, Marketing, Public Relations, Media Studies, or Journalism.
- Experience: Two (2) years of supervisory experience and two (2) years of functional experience in media/public relations/marketing/communication services.
- Knowledge: A solid understanding of Departmental Policies and Procedures, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Project Management, and the Batho Pele Principles.
- Skills: Excellent planning and organizing, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and event management skills. Computer literacy is essential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing public relations and media liaison services, including acting as the official spokesperson for the Department of Labour in the province.
- Organizing stakeholder briefings and exhibitions on a bi-weekly basis.
- Marketing the services of the Department at a provincial level monthly.
- Managing internal communications, including notice boards, intranet content, staff updates, and producing an internal newsletter.
- Coordinating and facilitating all internal and external events in the Province, such as Imbizo outreach programmes and national commemorative days.
Enquiries
For any questions related to this position, please contact:
Ms. TE Maluleke
Telephone: (015) 290 1768
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9368, Polokwane, 0700
Or hand-delivered to: 42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane.
Or emailed to: [email protected]
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Management, Polokwane.
Important Application Notes:
- You must use the new Z83 application form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.gov.za/documents. Applications on the old Z83 will not be considered.
- For online applications, your attachment must be one PDF document containing only the completed Z83 form and your CV.
- Indicate the full job title and reference number (HR 4/4/6/04) in the subject line of your email.
- Ensure all sections of the Z83 form are fully completed, initialled, and signed.
- JPEG or picture format applications will not be accepted.
- Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents.
- If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The Department of Labour is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Its Employment Equity Plan will inform the employment decision.
Don’t miss this chance to advance your career in public service communications. Apply before the closing date on 23 June 2025!
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