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NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS)
 
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GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS 
 
1. If you meet the requirements, kindly forward a concise CV and copies of qualifications to The relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources) by email quoting the reference number and the job title. 
2. Response Email addresses of the relevant HR representative and or Region is supplied at the end of each regional adverts. The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application has been received. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
3. Any credentials of the contract of employment will be subject to criminal record checks, citizen verification, financial record checks, qualification/Study verification, previous employment verification, social media accounts behavior/comments verifications, competency/psychometric assessments, signing of performance contract on appointment, signing of an employment contract on appointment, presentation etc. 
4. All health professional roles may be subjected to further assessment in line with the applicable matrix to determine the correct level. 
5. Proof of registration with a Professional body (e.g. HPCSA, SANC etc.) and other supporting documents should accompany all applications. 
6. Internal employees are required to complete a period of twelve months in current role before they can be eligible to apply for transfer. 
7. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 
8. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets. 
9. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the published scale associated with the grade of the post. This means that the remuneration of an applicant who is successful for a position that is lower than his/her current job grade will be adjusted downward with effect from the date of appointment. 
 
This in an OPEN bulletin. Both internal employees and external candidates will be considered.





BUSINESS UNIT : NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH 
DISCIPLINE : COMMUNICATION AND INTERNATIONAL LIAISON 
LOCATION : BRAAMFONTEIN 
POSITION : 
PAY GRADE : C2 
REFERENCE NUMBER : NIOH1122.001.01 
 
Main purpose of the Job 
Create and design visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform or captivate audience. 
 
Key Job Responsibility 
■Create designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of layouts principles and aesthetic design concepts. ■Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type. ■Use computer software to generate new images. ■Draw and prints charts, graphs, illustrations and other artwork using computer. ■Confer with clients to discuss and determine artwork and layouts design. ■Develop graphics and layouts for products illustrations, company logos, intranet and internet websites. ■Prepare illustrations or drafts of the materials, products, or services. ■Meet with clients to determine the scope of a project, advise on strategies to reach a particular audience and present designs to clients. ■Assist with other communication-related activities as delegated by line manager. 
 
Minimum requirements & key competency 
■3-year Diploma in Graphic Design with a portfolio of evidence. ■3 to 5 years’ Graphic design and studio work experience. ■Multimedia (desirable). ■ Preparing artwork for printing [CMYK&RGB]. ■Graphic design packages - Indesign, Corel Draw, Free hand ■Ability to design from conceptualization to final product. ■Adherence to Corporate Identity Guidelines. ■Understanding of online and print. ■Creative thinking. ■Artistic skills. ■Self-Motivation. ■Deadline driven. ■Customer focused. ■Graphic, layouts and procurement skills. ■Ability to interpret a brief. ■Have design integrity. ■Ability to take criticism. ■Attention to detail. ■Communication skills [internal and external parties]. ■Team player / Work in a team. ■Ability to work independently. ■Operating without constant supervision. ■Dealing with difficult customers. ■Dealing with senior employees. ■Presentation skills. ■Negotiation skills. ■Analytical skills. 
 
 
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications to Recruiter1@nioh.ac.za
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ketsitseng Maseko on (011) 712 6400 
 
Closing date: 19 November 2022