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COMMISSION FOR CONCILIATION, MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION (CCMA)
 
Graphic Designer and Photographer: Communications Sub-Unit - National Office (Post level: 07)
The Business Research Intelligence & Communications Unit within the Governance and Strategy Department has a vacancy of a Graphic Designer and Photographer.
 
 
Purpose
The Business Research Intelligence & Communications Unit within the Governance and Strategy (G&S) Department has a vacancy of a Graphics Designer & Photographer, which will report to the Team leader: Communications. As a Graphics Designer & Photographer in this sub-unit, your role will entail the following;
- Fulfilling the photography, graphic design and archiving requirements of all CCMA materials such as flyers, posters, brochures, Annual Performance Plans and Annual Reports, etc.
- Being responsible for the creative branding of the CCMA and ensuring that this is achieved in a uniform manner by all CCMA offices/departments across all platforms; be it in print form and/or digital media.
 
Key Performance Areas:-
• Oversee the branding aspects of all internally communicated materials
• Oversee the branding aspects of all externally communicated materials
• Service provider/Networks Database Management
• People Management
• Budget Management
• Governance-related Reporting
 
 
Operationally this will entail:
• Adheres to the organisation’s brand identity and guidelines.
• Does the necessary research on the concept desired by the organisation
• Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
• Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
• Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment;
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
• Ensures the continuous operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; and evaluating new equipment.
• Ensures the continuous revision of governance documents aligned with their function and facilitates their workshopping across all CCMA offices
• Completes all organisational projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications; and participating in professional societies.
• Oversee the CCMA’s branding footprint across all forms of media (print, electronic, etc.)
• Conducting benchmark visits with the manager in order to keep abreast of any changes in the field of Communications
• Attending CCMA & Director events/conferences/regional engagements and capturing the proceedings accordingly
• Provide staff and user awareness regarding any form of strategic information affecting the CCMA’s operations.
• Perform any other responsibilities bestowed upon you within the realms of your scope of duty as directed by the organisation’s strategic direction.
 
 
Key Requirements
• A National Diploma/Degree in Graphic Art/Design or any related creative field.
• Formal training/certification in Photography, the use of Adobe’s Creative suite of programs, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign or similar
• Other software tools such Dreamweaver, HTML, CorelDraw or AutoCAD.
• Minimum of three (3) years practical and technical experience
• Understanding of the CCMA’s mandate & processes as a Schedule 3A entity.
 
Technical Competencies: -
• Computer Literacy
• Expert knowledge and experience in formulating Communication Management strategies to cascade to Departments and Regions
• Expert knowledge and experience in formulating Organisational Marketing Strategies
• Extensive experience in Media Liaison
• Advanced Client service/relations management
• Advanced knowledge of principles of project management
• Advanced Strategic planning
• Good management, information and reporting principles, tools and mechanisms
• Knowledge of the CCMA’s processes
 
Behavioural Competencies: -
• Planning & organising skills.
• Professional/Technical expertise.
• Time management.
• Sound grammatical skills (Oral and Written).
• Solution-oriented
• Effective listening skills
• Strong graphic design skills
• Layout skills
• Analytical skills
• Creativity
• Flexibility
• Attention to detail
• Deadline-oriented
• Desktop publishing tools and graphic design software
• Acute vision
• Time-management skills
• Communication skills
• Handles rejection
• Reliable
 
NB: A portfolio of work done may be required for the shortlisted candidates.
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Closing date: 21 May 2020
 
To respond in confidence, please send your detailed CV, certified copy of your qualifications, and a covering letter disclosing information that will assist the panel in considering your application to recruitment@ccma.org.za
 
When responding to the advert please ensure that the position reference Ref: GDP05-20 is quoted first on the subject line, as is. Failure to observe this protocol may result in your application being disqualified
 
If we have not responded within a month from the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates. The CCMA reserves the right not to make an appointment. It is the intention of the CCMA to promote representativity in respect of race, gender, and disability through the filling of the posts. Preference will be given to a candidate from the designated groups.
 
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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