VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: EXTERNAL
Thekwini TVET College invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following various council paid posts available in Durban.
POST: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT (SL5) X1
PERIOD: 12 MONTHS
CAMPUS: CENTRAL OFFICE
REF NO: CORP 03/10/2026
SALARY NOTCH: R237 453.00 PA, plus benefits.
Requirements: ·Grade 12 or equivalent· A recognized and relevant (NQF6) qualification in Communication/Public Relations/Marketing/Media Studies is recommended ·Understanding of the importance of branding guidelines, graphic design and applying across a range of channels ·Knowledge and understanding of stakeholder management ·Knowledge of events administration and coordination Knowledge and understanding of digital marketing ·Knowledge and understanding of website maintenance ·Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including, Excellent written and verbal communication skills ·Computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) · Administrative skills ·Planning and organizing skills ·Good report writing ·Problem solving skills ·Analytical skills· Client oriented · Planning and organizing skills ·social media administration skills · event support and coordination skills ·customer service skills ·data capturing and reporting skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGES
Relevant qualification in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies or Digital Marketing. Experience in a marketing, communications or public relations environment. · Experience in managing social media platforms and creating digital content. ·Experience within the TVET or higher education sector.
Key Result Areas: ·Assist in the implementation of the College's marketing, branding and communication activities to promote the institution, its programmes and services. Assist in the coordination of photographic, videographic and drafting of articles ·Assist in the coordination of public relations and social media liaison services ·Assist in the coordination of college events and communication administration services ·Assist in updating the content, design and layout of the college website ·Attend and set up for Career exhibitions ·Assist in management and implementation of social media practice and channels. Monitor communication and marketing activities and report on progress, challenges and opportunities for improvement. ·
Ensure compliance with College policies, communication protocols, branding standards and all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements. · Respond to routine enquiries from internal and external stakeholders and provide professional customer-focused support relating to marketing and communication matters.
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2026
TO BE INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION:
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at (www.gov.za/document), which must be completed in full, signed and dated by the applicant. NB: All parts of the Z83 form must be filled in full. On application, please submit Z83 and also a detailed Curriculum Vitae and Copies of all academic transcripts only. Please note that certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be required on or before the day of the interview.
IMPORTANT:
It is the intention to promote representivity in the College through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference. Appointments will be in line with the College employment equity plan. The College reserves the right not to make an appointment in these positions Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. All successful candidates will be subjected to qualifications verification, criminal record checks, citizenship verification and employment verification, reference checks and security vetting before appointment. Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks of the closing date of advertisement should accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
The College processes personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). By submitting an application, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information for recruitment purposes.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Please apply through www.thekwini.edu.za
We do not accept hand delivered, emailed and/or posted applications; all applications must be done on the Thekwini TVET College website and upload all documents required as per advert.
ENQUIRIES: recruitment@thekwini.edu.za
NB: All applications to include ALL required documentation as listed above. Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered.