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.