The Market Theatre Foundation, an internationally renowned premier arts institution, seeks a highly motivated and dynamic individual for the post of Marketing Manager.
Requirements
- Ability to manage staff as well as to develop systems and procedures
- Proven competency in managing budgets
- Ability to operate at strategic level on marketing issues
- 5 years experience in working in marketing in the arts and entertainment sector
- High level of discipline, punctuality and respect for deadlines
- Good planning and report writing skills
- Good PR/interpersonal skills
- Advanced computer literacy and knowledge of complex software programmes relevant to the marketing field
- At least code 8 drivers’ licence
- A degree or diploma in marketing or related field
Responsibilities
- Develop, lead and review a strategic marketing and public relations plan in order to ensure continuing good communication between the Market and its various stakeholders
- Take overall responsibility for the marketing of the Market’s various components consisting of the Theatre, the Laboratory and Photo Workshop through electronic and printed media
- Oversee overall marketing function including production, publicity, marketing and implementation of marketing infrastructure
- Devise and implement a plan to increase advance sales of theatre productions and increase the database
- Support the Chief Executive Officer in aligning strategic planning with development and fundraising strategies, co-ordination of fundraising, relationship building, image-building, communications and marketing
- In conjunction with the Fundraiser and the heads of the Theatre, Lab and Photo Workshop, coordinate corporate marketing and public relations campaigns in order to enhance the Market brand and institutional visibility
- Overall management of the staff of the marketing unit including performance assessment and identification of staff development needs
- Devise and monitor the implementation of a marketing and communication strategy in order to position the Market as a key player in arts and culture locally and internationally
- Ensure that the Council and senior management are regularly informed of the activities of the marketing unit by means of reports and briefings
- Compile and monitor the utilization of the Marketing Unit’s operational budget and ensure that the resources are utilized economically, efficiently and effectively
- Develop and maintain a high level of customer care and good quality service delivery
- Plan and commission research programmes as required to inform strategic and programme planning in marketing, publicity and audience development
- Develop and maintain strong relations with the media and assist in identifying positive media potential in order to maximise good media coverage for the Foundation and its three divisions
- Take responsibility as the first point of contact for customer relations in the context of marketing queries
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the post
Interested people should email their CVs and certified copies of their certificates, including three contactable referees, to: sibongisenim@markettheatre.co.za. Or send by post to: The Chief Executive Officer, Market Theatre Foundation, PO Box 8656 Johannesburg, 2000. For enquiries phone 011 832 1641 ext 112. Closing date: 05 March 2010
A competitive remuneration package will be offered depending on experience.
Candidates wishing to see the full job description can obtain this from the Market Theatre website www.markettheatre.co.za
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

Experience in managing and supervising a staff team coupled with knowledge of personnel management, including hiring, supervision, evaluation and benefits administration will be a strong recommendation. A sound knowledge of the South African arts landscape will also be a key to success.

Submit applications as a single Word document not exceeding five pages with the following information: a one-page letter of motivation, a four-page CV, a one-page CV summary and the contact details of two referees. E-mail applications with the reference GMACT0210 in the subject line to cv@act.org.za before Monday 15 February 2010.

Do not send any certificates, diplomas or testimonials at this stage. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Note that this position is based in Johannesburg.

ACT is South Africa’s premier independent arts funding and development agency. For more information go to www.act.org.za.

African Arts Institute, AFAI, is seeking to establish a database of suitably skilled project managers who may be contracted independently.

In pursuit of its objectives to promote the African creative sector, AFAI – in association with Arterial Network or as an independent entity – undertakes a range of projects both in South Africa and in other parts of the continent. To this end, AFAI is seeking to establish a database of suitably skilled project managers who may be contracted independently to coordinate various projects.

The African Arts Institute (AFAI) is an NGO based in Cape Town, that harnesses South African expertise, infrastructure, markets and resources to contribute to a vibrant and sustainable African creative sector that contributes to development, human rights and democracy on the continent, and projects African aesthetics and intellectual content into the global arena.

AFAI (see www.afai.org.za) works in close partnership with Arterial Network, a continent-wide alliance of artists, NGOs and companies engaged in the African creative sector (see www.arterialnetwork.org).

Interested parties in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban should have excellent project management skills and experience, sound administrative skills, initiative and the capacity to work independently, freedom to travel, the capacity to work irregular hours, a laptop computer and their own means of transport. An interest in the arts would be an advantage, and individuals from other African countries living in South Africa are strongly encouraged to apply.

Projects vary from managing the production of toolkits, event management and mentoring emerging practitioners and companies.

To apply, send a letter of application motivating your suitability, a CV outlining your training and project management experience and the names and details of two contactable referees to afai@artslink.co.za by 17:00 Monday 18 January 2009 or these may be couriered, posted or dropped off at African Arts Institute, Union House, Second Floor, 25 Commercial Street, Cape Town, 8001. Applicants selected for interviews will be informed by Friday 22 January.

Posts are available for part-time lecturers in multimedia design and graphic design at the Tshwane University of Technology.

Multimedia Design II and Multimedia Technology II
Part Time Lecturer
Department Of Visual Communication (Multimedia)
Faculty of the Arts

Minimum requirements:
- Experience in the field of Multimedia Design and Technology.
- Relevant 3 year Diploma
- Computer literacy in Dreamweaver, Flash and or Maya.
- Appointment should be based also on the assessment of a portfolio presented by the candidates that indicate technical proficiency.

Core functions:
- Teaching Multimedia Design II and Multimedia Technology II to undergraduate students.
- Involvement in the planning and development of the relevant curriculum.
- Participation in existing research projects.
- Liaison with the service departments and industry.
- Responsible for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning.

Enquiries:  Mr Herman Botes, Tel:  012 382 6162
Send your CV to:  Fax:  012 382 6144 or E-mail: botesh@tut.ac.za

If we have not responded within eight weeks from the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.  Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates.  The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.  It is the intention of the University to promote representatively in respects of race, gender and disability through the filling of these posts.

Closing date:  4 December 2009
Professional Graphic Design Practice II and Communication Design II
Design Techniques II
Part Time Lecturer
Department of Visual Communication (Graphic Design)
Faculty of the Arts

Minimum requirements:
- Experience in the field of Graphic Design.
- Relevant 3 year Diploma
- Computer literacy in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Appointment should be based also on the assessment of a portfolio presented by the candidates that indicate technical proficiency.

Core functions:
- Teaching Professional Graphic Design Practice II and Communication Design II to undergraduate students.
- Involvement in the planning and development of the relevant curriculum.
- Liaison with the service departments and industry.
- Responsible for administrative tasks related to teaching and learning.

Enquiries:  Mr Herman Botes, Tel:  012 382 6162
Send your CV to:  Fax:  012 382 6144 or E-mail: botesh@tut.ac.za

If we have not responded within eight weeks from the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.  Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates.  The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.  It is the intention of the University to promote representatively in respects of race, gender and disability through the filling of these posts.

Closing date:  4 December 2009

Iziko Museums seeks to appoint CEO

Iziko Museums of Cape Town seeks to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (Designate) to take office in April 2010.

This is with a view to succeeding to the position of Chief Executive Officer in November 2010 on a five-year contract.

The successful candidate will have the personal qualities, leadership skills and knowledge to build on the strengths of Iziko and drive the changes that will position it as an inclusive and engaging heritage institution and as a cultural destination that attracts increasing support from people of diverse communities.

Iziko was constituted as a ‘flagship’ museum institution in terms of the Cultural Institutions Act, No 119 of 1998, incorporating five national museums and their associated smaller museums. Since 2001 this amalgamated group of museums has been known as Iziko Museums of Cape Town. The collections held by Iziko cover the fields of natural history, social history and art, with special focus on southern Africa. In 2008/9 almost half a million people visited Iziko and it currently employs some 245 staff members. The 2008/9 Annual Report is available on the Iziko website.

Iziko is a committed member of organisations such as the International Council of Museums and the intercontinental network of museums that has developed out of the Swedish African Museum Programme. The successful candidate will be expected to sustain Iziko’s leadership role within an African and international context.

Applications for this prestigious position are invited from suitably qualified candidates who have proven leadership ability. The strategic focus will be to develop and sustain Iziko as a successful, forward-looking heritage institution balancing internal and external relationships, taking into account the social, political, financial and technical environment over a five to ten year period.

The successful candidate will report to the Council of Iziko and be responsible for driving the overall performance of the organisation, giving substance to the vision and translating strategy into action. Other key performance areas include: governance and legal compliance - financial control and optimal use of resources - enhancing the reputation and brand of Iziko, both locally and internationally - positioning Iziko as a leading heritage tourism destination - sustaining internal and external relations - promoting the advancement of Iziko as a dynamic organisation and supporting staff development.

Applicants should have attained a Master’s degree or higher in an appropriate field and have at least five years management experience at an executive level with a demonstrated track record of competence and success - knowledge and experience of the heritage sector - a record of effective communication and public engagement, as well as a good understanding of governance principles and legislation relevant to public entities - a stature that would support Iziko’s continental and international profile.

A market-related remuneration package, including benefits, will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Closing date: 7 December 2009

Letters of application including a detailed CV with at least three contactable referees must be sent to the Office of the CEO: Iziko Museums of Cape Town, PO Box 61, Cape Town 8000 or delivered to 25 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town by no later than 7 December 2009.

Enquiries should be directed to Sabrina Mentoor at 021 481 3832 or smentoor@iziko.org.za

Iziko is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to fill the position.

We are looking for applicants for 2 posts as production managers. The production managers will be working with local and international theatre makers.

In November 2009, the theatre makers will be in Cape Town for an in-depth 3 week course, to immerse themselves in the festival theme. The production managers will meet with them and set up a network for future communication.

After the course, the artists return home and thereafter communicate with each other (and the production manager) via the internet. In these 6 weeks, they will create the ‘game plan’ for their production and the production manager will have to be in communication with the team, and answer any location/technical/legal questions they might have.

The theatre makers will arrive back in Cape Town on 17th January 2010 to start with the construction and rehearsal of their performance works. These performances will take place in a public space within the city centre, daily, between 13 and 20 February 2010. They will be large scale, with amplified sound, and free for the public and passersby.

The festival intends to “Infect the City”, and these works are only one part of the whole festival.

Dates of festival: 13 to 20 February 2010

Dates of employment:
20 January to 20 February (full time); 10 January to 20 January (part time) and 3 preliminary meetings/dinners (1/2 days) with collaborators in last week November. Also to be available for discussions with internationals (Skype/email) December.

Job description:
* Production manager
* Responsible for R150 000 budget for collaboration
* Sourcing of props/materials /costumes
* Sourcing of performers/dancers/actors
* Co-ordinating casting of performers
* Cast management (contracts/rehearsal scheduling/payment)
* Co-ordinating construction of sets/props
* Co-ordinating hiring/making of costumes
* Responsible for transport of collaborators and casts
* Effective communication with festival director and technical manager
* Ensuring safety of collaborators and performers
* Being an ambassador for the ITC and South Africa

Qualities needed:
* Experience in production (theatre/film)
* To be excited about working with international artists
* Meticulous with budgets and finance
* Great knowledge of Cape Town
* Good network with performers in Cape Town
* Be good at sourcing materials/props/etc
* Good communication skills
* Own transport (bakkie preferable)
* Reliability, honesty and timeliness
* Ability to liaise with technical crews

Remuneration: R2000 per week (full time); i.e. Package of R10 000

Contact: Iain (technical manager); 076 540 1951; e-mail: doggum3@gmail.com