MEDIA LIAISON OFFICER: OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR MN 4208/26

REQUIREMENTS
-Relevant B- degree or equivalent (Public Relations, Communications, Journalism) -Code 8 or 10 driver’s licence with own vehicle -Computer literate (MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint) -Report writing, Speech writing and presentation skills -Skills and competencies associated with vocation: Organising, time management and problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, empowerment, adaptability, leadership skills, conflict and stress management. -Competent in interpretation, implementation and enforcement of relevant legislation and applicable policies -Strong understanding of political/organisational policy, procedures, surrounds and services. -Previous experience in a political office will be an added advantage. -Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills -Project management and Financial Management skills -3-5 years relevant experience within the media liaison, research, communication and public relations field

DUTIES
-Monitor Midvaal Local Municipality’s media coverage and reporting -Maintain social media sites and events -Monitor media reports and social media sites about Midvaal or Mayoral events and prepare appropriate responses -Liaise with media and build and maintain relations with the media -Take official photos as and when requested for all Midvaal and Mayoral events -Advise the Executive Mayor on potential media exposure and/or opportunities -Arrange interviews with the media for the Executive Mayor -Coordinate media events in conjunction with PR and Marketing -Design posters, invitations and programs for Mayoral Events -Draft speeches for the Executive Mayor -Prepare the Executive Mayor for interviews -Undertake extensive research for the Mayor’s Office -Update and maintain political office database -Draft talking points, press releases, briefing notes, opinion editorials, responses, and inputs for media -Draft presentations and reports -Report during events in real time on social media platforms -Assist in the writing up of the annual report, internal/external publications, IDP and website communication -Perform

SALARY               R 679 616.04 p.a. (Total package inclusive of all benefits)

         (Fixed term contract, linked to the term of office)

CLOSING DATE: 06 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12:00

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS
Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for job levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability). The municipality does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you suspect any fraudulent recruitment activities, please report the matter immediately to the Fraud Hotline on 010 496 2662. Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources (016) 360-7435, 7432, 7569, 7557. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
NB: THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.