Chief Executive Officer at Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (PACOFS)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the institution's strategy, artistic direction, and business plans.
• Develop and maintain effective strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including the shareholder, potential funders, and local/ international intergovernmental agencies and partners.
• Ensure that the institution is financially resourced and that resources are effectively managed.
• Implement a revenue enhancement strategy, sourcing of alternative funding, and the development of strategies to approach funders and submission of fundraising proposals.
• Ensure a mature link between the PACOFS staff and its Council and oversee all Council matters.
• Ensure that the organisational structure is aligned to the needs of the institution.
• Ensure that the institution's capital works projects are effectively managed and implemented.
• Taking overall charge of the organisation's operations, including the management of human capital, performance management, and risk management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Leadership, Marketing, Performing Arts or any appropriate field
• At least 10 years relevant management experience, of which 5 must be at an Executive Management Level.
• Public Sector, Arts Industry, and/or Marketing experience will serve as a strong recommendation.
• Sound Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, and King Code on Corporate Governance.
• Knowledge of the revised White Paper on Arts, Culture, Heritage, and Cultural and Creative Industries.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking and alignment
• Project Management
• Financial Management
• People Management
• Planning and Organising
• Control and Monitoring
• Stakeholder Management
• Ethical and innovative leadership
• Business Acumen
• Persuasiveness
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Customer Focused
• Ability to work under pressure
• Agility to respond to external changes

KNOWLEDGE

• Performing Arts Industry
• PACOFS specific legislation