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Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to oversee, facilitate and preserve the natural and cultural history within the museum context.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year clerical experience within a museum environment.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
Assistance with the administration of the museum and related activities; Facilitate, present and implement public programmes and maintain public relations; Facilitate, present and implement educational and outreach programmes; Engage in research and implement exhibitions; Assist with the promotion and marketing of the museum.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: History, purpose and functions of museums in society, including their potential for national building and tourism development; Museum ethics; Current primary, secondary and field history research techniques of selection, evaluation and exhibition of objects of material culture or the presentation of living history; Collections management (information management) and preventive conservation; Education methodology in museums; Project planning and management, including financial management; Legislation, policy and regulations relating to sector; Government-driven service improvement initiatives such as “Batho Pele”; Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to do the following: Motivate own ideas and approaches; Breakdown problems into manageable parts and identify solutions; Listen well and be receptive to the ideas of others; Manage conflict.
Remuneration
R 216 417 per annum (Salary level 5)
Note on remuneration: 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 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.
