POST 25/457 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CULTURE AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES REF NO:
SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package
consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension
Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
CENTRE : Head Office (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Arts and Cultural Studies or
equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum
of three (3) – five (5) years of experience in Culture and Creative Industries
environment, of which 3 years must be at an Assistant Director level (Junior
Management). A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).
Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge: Sound and in-depth knowledge of All Arts
and Cultural legislative frameworks. In-depth knowledge of the legislative and
regulatory frameworks governing the Public Service. Human Resource
Management principles. Skills: Applied Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinking,
Citizen Service Orientation, Decision Making, Communication and Information
Management, Diversity Management, Citizenship focus and responsiveness,
Continuous Improvement, Communication and information management,
Problem Analysis and decision-making, Applying Technology, Budgeting and
Financial Management, Networking and building bonds, Project Management,
Team leadership, Planning and Organising, Developing Others, Self-
Management, Team Membership, Report writing skills, Facilitation,
Presentation and Stakeholders Engagement, Research/Analysing,
Interpersonal Relationship skills, Analytical Thinking skills, Ability to self-
motivate and work in a team environment. Advanced human resource
management.
DUTIES : Manage the provision of performing arts services: Develop and promote
performing arts programmes, provide support to emerging artists and arts and
culture structures, coordinate and promote performing arts events, festivals
and other related initiatives, develop business and project plans for performing
arts events and projects and manage the development, implementation and
monitoring of performing arts policies. Manage the development of visual arts
Industry in the province: Coordinate planning and executions of visual arts,
craft, design programmes, exhibition and trade fairs, establish and maintain
visual arts committees in the province, facilitate interaction and provide
professional advice to all relevant stakeholders in the sector and research
development initiatives in the sector, provide support and create income
generating opportunities for emerging artists and crafters and develop and
implement policies related to visual arts, craft and design. Manage the
development and distribution of local film and video: Identify, nurture, and
mentor emerging talent in film and video. Provide opportunities to previously
disadvantaged communities, ensure identification and nurturing of talent in film
and video, promote the use of local content on television, provide support to
any person or organisation participating in film and video, manage the
development and implementation of film and video policies and procedures and
develop and implement a marketing plan for film and video. Manage and utilise
human, physical and financial resources in accordance with relevant directives
and legislation: Evaluate and monitor performance of employees, ensure
capacity and development of staff, enhance and maintain employee motivation
and cultivate a culture of performance management, develop a stimulating
working environment for staff through leadership and sound management and
development strategy and manage discipline.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284
4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.