SARB: Communications Assistant

Communications Assistant – ExMan

Pretoria, South Africa

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Job Description

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Assist with implementing operational plans for communications and campaigns that support the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) overall strategy and mandate.
• Carry out logistical and administrative tasks to support communications operational plans.
• Produce high-quality written and visual content for internal and external communications, including messages, memorandums, presentations and articles.
• Plan the division’s stakeholder meeting calendar in collaboration with other departments.
• Provide logistical support during the planning and execution of stakeholder events in collaboration with other departments.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external communications, particularly with respect to feedback from the public and staff.
• Maintain and update the division’s filing system and records, particularly regarding queries from the public and staff.
• Source and analyse data for internal reporting purposes to help identify the strengths, weaknesses and opportunities within the communications strategy.
• Adhere to approved processes for all communications activities.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must:

• be in possession of a Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in English, Communications or a related specialisation;
• have experience using design tools such as Canva and the Adobe suite (will be an added advantage);
• have at least two to three years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: communications, marketing, public relations, editing, journalism or other relevant experience.

Additional requirements include:

• industry, organisational and business awareness knowledge and skill;
• quality assurance knowledge and skill;
• communications – strategy knowledge and skill;
• communications service delivery knowledge and skill; 
• communications administration knowledge and skill.
• written and verbal communication skill;
• In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
• The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience. 

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About Us

About SARB

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

WHAT WE DO

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments and Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.Apply Now

Job Info

• Apply Before03/24/2026, 11:29 PM
• Locations Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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