Graduate Internship Programme: Corporate Communication x2′
Job Details
- Job Title: Graduate Internship Programme: Corporate Communication
- Reference Number: HS 19/2026
- Employer: Corporate Communication (Government Department)
- Job Type: Graduate Internship
- Contract Duration: 24 Months
- Number of Posts: 2
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Monthly Stipend: R8,174.75
Job Purpose
The Graduate Internship Programme provides graduates with practical workplace experience in the Corporate Communication unit. The programme is designed to develop practical knowledge and skills in internal and external communication, media relations, public relations, digital communication, stakeholder engagement, and public sector communication.
Duties and Responsibilities
Although the advertisement does not specify detailed duties, successful candidates will typically be expected to:
- Assist with the implementation of corporate communication strategies.
- Prepare and distribute internal and external communication materials.
- Draft media statements, newsletters, articles, and press releases.
- Assist in managing the department’s social media and digital communication platforms.
- Coordinate communication campaigns and public awareness initiatives.
- Support media liaison and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Assist with organising departmental events, workshops, and public outreach programmes.
- Capture photographs and compile content for communication purposes where required.
- Maintain communication records and media databases.
- Monitor media coverage and prepare communication reports.
- Ensure communication activities comply with government policies and communication standards.
- Perform other communication and administrative duties assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in one of the following:
- Corporate Communication.
- Media Studies.
Knowledge Requirements
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts.
- Basic understanding of government principles and administrative procedures.
- Basic knowledge of corporate communication, public relations, media, and stakeholder engagement.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Report writing and content development skills.
- Presentation and public speaking skills.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
- Basic knowledge of social media and digital communication platforms.
- Organisational and event coordination skills.
- Interpersonal and stakeholder relationship skills.
- Creativity and attention to detail.
- Planning and time management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to learn.
Contract Information
- Duration: 24 Months
- Number of Posts: 2
- Monthly Stipend: R8,174.75
Enquiries
- Contact Person: Ms. Z. Mbewu
- Cell: 060 976 8683