The Department of Health is inviting applications for the position of Administration Clerk (Communication) within the Communication Directorate at the Ekurhuleni Health District. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with communication experience who want to build a career in the public service sector.
Job Overview (Communication Directorate)
- Reference Number: REFS/035419
- Position Title: Administration Clerk – Communication
- Number of Posts: 1
- Salary Package: R 228 321.00 – R 268 950.00 per annum (plus benefits)
- Location: Ekurhuleni Health District
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
- Enquiries: Ms T. Makhubela | Tel: 081 049 3493
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (Matric) Certificate or equivalent
- Minimum of 6 months’ appropriate experience in communication
- Computer literacy
- Valid driver’s license
Added Advantage
- Diploma or Degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field
Key Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good understanding of communication principles and media processes
- Sound interpersonal relations
- Project planning and report-writing skills
- Strong administrative abilities
Current and former EPWP participants and COVID-19 contract officials are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Provide administrative support for communication activities
- Assist with internal and external communication initiatives
- Support the production of publications
- Assist with photography and branding services
- Help coordinate events and campaigns
- Conduct daily media monitoring
- Support social media management
- Assist with stakeholder engagement and media relations
This role offers practical experience in public sector communication, media relations, and government branding.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng Professional Job Centre portal:
Application Requirements
- Submit a fully completed and signed new Z.83 form
- Attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- In line with DPSA Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit certified copies of qualifications when applying.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies before the interview.
Additional Information
- No subsistence and travel (S&T) claims or resettlement allowances will be paid.
- If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC), including:
- Reference checks
- Identity verification
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Credit and financial stability checks
- Employment verification
The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 5 of 1993).
The Department of Health is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Driving ability and computer literacy may be tested during the selection process.
Apply before 20 February 2026 to be considered for this Administration Clerk – Communication vacancy in the Ekurhuleni Health District.
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