Cultural Officer: Sokapasa Arts Centre

Requirements

National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or B. Degree (NQF Level 7) in Arts and Culture/ Performing Arts/ Visual Arts/ Fine Arts/ Craft 129 Design as recognized by SAQA with 1 to 2 years’ relevant experience in an Arts & Culture environment. Extensive high-level knowledge of arts and culture and interpretation of policies. Excellent knowledge about cultural programs. People management and empowerment. Financial and knowledge management. Client orientation. Further knowledge of Local authorities, Departmental management and officials, General public/community, Academic institutions and learners, Private Sectors, Executing authority (Political Bearers), Municipalities (local and districts). Cultural and Creative Industries Master Plan. The candidate must possess good interpersonal relations and ability to work as a team. Must have written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be able to work independently, under pressure, and after hours. Be willing to drive to various districts for stakeholder engagement. A valid (Code 8) driving licence.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the drafting of the Art center business plan. Coordinate Arts and Culture Provincial Programmes. Organise logistics and attend meetings. Organise festival equipment for artists. Facilitate and implement art centre programs. Craft roster for activities. Organise arts centre structures. Consult with relevant stakeholders. Identify beneficiaries. Coordinate approval of submissions. Facilitate access of the art centre. Market the institution to the communities. Monitor day to day operations of the art centre. Responsible for art centre material. Develop database for artists. Provide institutional support. Maintain working relations with the stakeholders. Give support to developing artists. Monitor progress of artists. Provide administrative support. Consolidate and compile quarterly and annual reports. Monitor budget expenditure and revenue collection. Coordinate procurement submission. Organise and monitor visitor’s register.

How to Apply

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Notes

Preference will be given to applicants who speak, read and write at least two (2) official languages, including English and any of the following: isiXhosa, Sesotho, Afrikaans and South African Sign Language (SASL) Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.