Job Description

Job Purpose

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the development and promotion of artistic and cultural expression in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage the development and promotion of arts and culture; Manage cultural support services inclusive of Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC); Manage human resources; Financial and procurement management; Cultural Facilities management; It will be advantegous to have a valid code B (or higher) driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have access to transport may also apply.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Arts and culture sector; legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Project management; procurement and tendering processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Public entity procedures, processes and systems; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial

Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management.

Skills needed:

Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Project Management; Accounting Finance and Audit; Operational Planning; Transformational leadership; Networking;Written and verbal communication skills.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Note on remuneration in addition Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.



By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



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Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

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086 137 0214

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