The Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) is seeking to appoint a dynamic, highly organised, creative and results-oriented individual as its General Manager.The General Manager is responsible for managing and driving the vision for ACT; leads strategic planning and oversees all aspects of programmes and functions as well as day-to-day operations. Key deliverables include fundraising and donor management, financial management, grants management, marketing and public relations, human resource management and board administration. Proven skills in these areas are an essential requirement for the position.
The ideal candidate will have a degree or the equivalent; three to five years of experience at a senior management level in the arts; the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced office setting; proven experience working with a board of directors and committees; excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills as well as a strategic mindset coupled with the ability to think conceptually.
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.
