The South African Government Communications and Information System department is recruiting. In tis article, we explore which opportunities are open for applications, and how to apply.
About the Government Communications and Information System department?
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) was officially launched in May 1998. It reports to the Minister in the Presidency.
The vision of the GCIS is the empowering of South Africans through communication excellence.
The main functions of the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) include:
- provides professional services
- sets and influences adherence to standards for an effective government communication system
- drives coherent government messaging
- proactively communicates with the public about government policies, plans programmes and achievements.
Please read here to learn more about this unit of the South African government.
Careers at the Government Communications and Information System
Various job opportunities are open for application at the Government Communications and Information System.
Note that the GCIS is an equal opportunity employer, which entails that people with Disabilities with disabilities will be accommodated within reasonable limits.
This also means that preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist the department in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.
How to Apply
Here is how to view all jobs at Government Communications and Information System, and to apply for the same:
- Visit the Government Communications and Information System careers page. All available vacan cies are listed, together with job requirements, application and enquiry information, and more!
- Applications must be directed to: The DG of Government Communication and Information System, Private Bag X745, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Tshedimosetso House, 1035 cnr Francis Baard & Festival streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms M Kotelo - Applicants must apply on the new prescribed Z83 form. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed curriculum vitae.
Also, as part of your application, please note the following:
Only candidates who have been shortlisted will receive communication regarding certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents. These shortlisted candidates will be required to submit their certified documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from the department.
If you possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA), but only if you are shortlisted.
Please note that applicants who do not meet these requirements or submit their applications late will not be considered.
The department will only correspond with candidates who have been shortlisted. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please understand that your application was unsuccessful.
We wish you all the best with your jobs applications!
