Cultural Programmes Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator am Goethe-Institut Südafrika Beschäftigungsumfang 100% Vergütung gemäß örtlichem Vergütungsschema

Please note that this job ad is published in English only, as good proficiency of English is required to apply.

The Goethe-Institut Johannesburg is looking for a full-time project coordinator, working on cultural programmes in the Johannesburg office from 1st of December. The contract is for 40 hours a week and limited to a 2-year contract that could be extended. The salary is based on the applicable remuneration scheme of the Goethe-Institut South Africa.

ABOUT THE GOETHE-INSTITUT SOUTH AFRICA

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive picture of Germany by providing information on Germany's cultural, social and political life. The Goethe-Institut in Johannesburg regulates the work in the Sub-Saharan countries. Its activities in this region have a special focus on strengthening the pan-African dialogue, and on promoting mobile access to information and education.
For more information, visit www.goethe.de/johannesburg.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • conceptualisation, implementation and monitoring of specific cultural programmes, including monitoring of prescribed project budgets according to Goethe-Institut guidelines,
  • establish a network and communication with local partners,
  • prepare, write and submit reports to management (financial and narrative)
  • handling administrative procedures in the program department: providing contracts, preparing financial processing (invoices)
  • assistance in the implementation of public relations in the content of cultural programmes.
Requirements
  • Cultural studies, cultural project management, arts or associated degree
  • Minimum of four (4) years relevant working experience
  • Experience working on large-scale arts programmes,
  • Good knowledge of the cultural scenes of South Africa
  • In-depth understanding of operational aspects of arts projects
  • Well-versed in contemporary discourse and knowledgeable about art practice
  • Experience in administration, especially of cultural projects
  • Highly proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Knowledge of art scenes on the African continent and Germany is an advantage.
  • Excellent written skills in English are necessary, being able to speak several official South African languages and German language skills are an advantage.
  • Strong project management, coordination, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure and willingness to travel.
  • Flawless attention to detail
  • Presence at the office space provided at the Goethe-Institut Johannesburg is required.
  • Non-South African applicants need to have a valid work permit for South Africa
How to apply

Please send your CV and a short motivation letter exclusively by e-mail to asma.diakite@goethe.de no later than 12 November 2023.
Please consider your application unsuccessful if you haven’t received a reply by 1 January 2024.

Please add the following declaration of consent to your application:
“I consent to the processing of my personal data contained in the application documents for the purposes of the admission procedure at the Goethe-Institut.”

Important note on the application procedure:
Only complete applications will be considered. Applicants with disabilities or applicants with equal status will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal professional suitability.
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