City of Ekurhuleni
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The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality is a metropolitan municipality that forms the local government of the East Rand region of Gauteng, a large suburban region east of Johannesburg. Ekurhuleni means “place of peace” in XiTsonga.
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Practitioners – XSRAC003
Job Type Full Time
Qualification Bachelors , First School Leaving Certificate , Higher National Certificate , Matric , National Certificate
Experience
Location Gauteng
Job Field Art / Crafts / Languages  , Media / Advertising / Branding 
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 10 or equivalent results/certificate/ degree/diploma
South African Citizen / South Africa ID Document
Proof of Residential Address- only City of Ekurhuleni residents will be considered
Preference to previously disadvantage communities including adult female, youth male, youth female and persons with disabilities
Knowledge about and interest in the creative industries including: – creative arts, multimedia, performing arts, heritage or visual arts will be an added advantage.
Be willing to work extended / flexi hours and on Saturdays or public holidays.
Must have an average command in English both verbally and in writing
Must have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Must show willingness to learn and take instructions from supervisors
Core Responsibilities:
Performing Arts:
Have basic knowledge of and interest in art disciplines such as dance, music, poetry, drama etc.
Aid in the development, coordination, and execution of performances, productions, council functions and related activities.
Collaborate with artists, directors, and coordinators to ensure high-quality delivery of workshops, and events.
Technical:
Assist with facilitating multiple technical tasks such as lighting, sound, technical administration, and stage management within the department, from pre to-post phases of a production/programme/function.
Fieldworker:
Act as a liaison with community arts and culture groups to foster awareness of functions/productions, and overall cultural and heritage engagements.
Assist in hygiene maintenance of all Arts Culture and Heritage facilities during normal working days and during functions/programs to ensure that surroundings are clean, and litter is managed at all times.
Visual Arts:
Help coordinate the verification, updating, administration, conservation, and documentation of all art collection within the City.
Assist with the curation, management, and promotion of visual art exhibitions and installations.
Heritage:
Support heritage projects, outreach programs and educational initiatives to preserve and promote cultural history and restorations.
Assist with conducting various research on cultural and historical subjects to support heritage projects and maintain accurate records.
Creative Industries/Fashion:
Assist with coordination of events/programmes, including fashion shows, exhibitions, film-screenings, field markets, and other creative industry events.
Knowledge about and interest in the creative industries – including creative arts, multimedia, and performing arts will be an added advantage.
Act as a liaison with arts and culture groups for the mapping of creative industries and creative arts in the City.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to City of Ekurhuleni on rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za to apply
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