Current Jobs at DITSONG: Museums

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in Logistics/Procurement/Finance/Accounting or related field.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a finance field, especially in asset management and procurement.
• At least 2 years’ experience in middle management

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• DMSA and relevant Asset Management Policies and Procedures; Good knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and other financial and accounting principles; Understanding of relevant legislation, including PFMA and Treasury regulations; Implementation of internal controls; Financial systems or related; Computer literacy (Excel [Advanced], Word, PowerPoint, and presentation tools); Administrative Skills; Analysis and Problem solving; Presentation skills; Negotiation skills; Decision-making and judgment skills; Interpersonal skills; Communication and facilitation skills; Co-ordination skills; Relationships management skills; Networking skills; Planning and organising skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include

• Demand management and logistics processes and procedures: Provide mechanisms to improve and maintain logistic processes and procedures; Implementation and maintenance of asset management; Development and implementation of an asset management register that is updated and maintained accurately and timeously; Attain approval before movement or transfer of assets.
• Asset Administration: Ensure that annual procurement plans are compiled and submitted accurately and timeously; Ensure that asset payments are compiled and processed accurately and timeously; Advise on and control capital expenditure for new developments, refurbishments and improvements; Develop and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of fixed and heritage assets; Record fixed and heritage asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system;  Conduct periodic reviews of the fixed asset schedule to determine dispositions; Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries. 
• Asset Management: Ensure fixed and heritage assets are managed in a fully functional manner in line with statutory and operational requirements of the Authority in line with PFMA and Treasury regulations;  Safeguard fixed and heritage assets; Compile and process documents for asset additions and disposals; Prepare annual fixed asset count sheets and conduct monthly and quarterly fixed asset reconciliations; Provide advisory support on asset management matters, policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Asset management strategy: Develop a strategy of how to manage both heritage and fixed assets; Draft processes and procedures of both fixed assets and heritage assets.
• General supervision: Ensure the achievement of departmental/unit objectives through oversight and guidance.
• Journal Entries: Reconcile the balance in the fixed and heritage asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger; Calculate and post depreciation for all fixed assets; Assist in the preparation of budgets.

Deadline:13th February,2026

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A master’s degree in the relevant field. A PhD degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Museum Curator.

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• Comprehensive knowledge of museum operations; Knowledge of research and research methodologies, analytical tools and techniques; Expertise in collection management; Problem-solving, communication and presentation skills; Proficiency in budgeting, planning and reporting; Experience in coaching and mentoring; Competence in facilitation and working effectively in collaborative environments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include

• Research: Conduct research on collections, public programmes, conservation and specialised themes; Ensure research findings are published; Share knowledge with relevant communities and stakeholders; Identify gaps in the collections; Review research proposals submitted by external researchers.
• Collection Management: Identify specimens; Catalogue and document collection specimens; Manage the accessioning and de-accessioning of specimens; Carry out preservation, preparation and marking (labelling) of specimens; Facilitate specimen donations and loans; Conduct preventive conservation; Ensure the security of collections; Conduct stock control and ensure adherence to established standards and best practices.
• Public Programmes: Develop education programmes in collaboration with the Curriculum Specialist; Design public programmes in collaboration with the Public Programmes and Exhibition Specialist; Support the Education Officer with technical expertise during exhibitions; Exhibit specimens for public
• programmes; Participate in guided tours; Deliver public lectures; Liaise with media regarding public  programmes and exhibitions.
• Performance Management: Contribute to the achievement of Annual Performance Plan (APP) targets; Evaluate the performance of direct reportees.
• Practice Management: Coordinate visits of external researchers; Contribute to marketing and promotional materials; Manage partnerships and maintain an updated stakeholder database; Participate in budgeting and costing; Contribute to the development of the Operational Plan; Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reportees

Deadline:13th February,2026

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A master’s degree in the relevant field. A PhD degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Museum Curator.

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• Comprehensive knowledge of museum operations; Knowledge of research and research methodologies, analytical tools and techniques; expertise in collection management; Problem-solving, communication and presentation skills; Proficiency in budgeting, planning and reporting; Experience in coaching and mentoring; Competence in facilitation and collaborative work environments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include

• Research: Conduct research on collections, public programmes, conservation and specialised themes; Ensure research findings are published; Share knowledge with relevant communities and stakeholders; Identify gaps in the collections; Review research proposals submitted by external researchers.
• Collection Management: Identify artefacts; Catalogue and document exhibition items; Manage the accessioning and de-accessioning of artefacts; Carry out identification and marking of artefacts; Facilitate artefact donations and loans; Conduct preventive conservation; Ensure the security of collections; Conduct stock control and ensure adherence to established standards and best practices.
• Public Programmes: Develop education programmes in collaboration with the Curriculum Specialist; Design public programmes in collaboration with the Public Programmes and Exhibition Specialist; Support the Education Officer with technical expertise during exhibitions; Exhibit artefacts for public programmes; Participate in guided tours; Deliver public lectures; Liaise with media regarding public  programmes and exhibitions.
• Performance Management: Contribute to the achievement of Annual Performance Plan (APP) targets; Evaluate the performance of direct reportees
• Practice Management: Coordinate visits of external researchers; Contribute to marketing and  promotional materials; Manage partnerships and maintain an updated stakeholder database; Participate in budgeting and costing; Contribute to the development of the Operational Plan; Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reportees.

Deadline:13th February,2026

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A master’s degree in the relevant field. A PhD degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Museum Curator.

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• Comprehensive knowledge of museum operations; Knowledge of research and research methodologies, analytical tools and techniques; Expertise in collection management; Problem-solving, communication and presentation skills; Proficiency in budgeting, planning and reporting; Experience in coaching and mentoring; Competence in facilitation and collaborative work environments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include

• Research: Conduct research on collections, public programmes, conservation and specialised themes; Ensure research findings are published; Share knowledge with relevant communities and stakeholders; Identify gaps in the collections; Review research proposals submitted by external researchers.
• Collection Management: Identify specimens; Catalogue and document collection specimens; Manage the accessioning and de-accessioning of specimens; Carry out preservation, preparation and marking/  labelling of specimens; Facilitate specimen donations and loans; Conduct preventive conservation; Ensure the security of collections; Conduct stock control and maintain correct standards and practices.
• Public Programmes: Develop education programmes in collaboration with the Curriculum Specialist; Design public programmes in collaboration with the Public Programmes and Exhibition Specialist; Support the Education Officer with technical expertise during exhibitions; Exhibit artefacts for public programmes; Participate in guided tours; Deliver public lectures; Liaise with media regarding public programmes and exhibitions.
• Performance Management: Contribute to the achievement of Annual Performance Plan (APP) targets; Evaluate the performance of direct reportees.
• Practice Management: Coordinate visits of external researchers; Contribute to marketing and promotional materials; Manage partnerships and maintain an updated stakeholder database; Participate in budgeting and costing; Contribute to the development of the Operational Plan; Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reportees.

Deadline:13th February,2026

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Business Science, Management Science, Strategic Studies or an equivalent qualification. A post-graduate qualification, such as an MBA or a qualification in Strategic Studies, will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience, of which three (3) must be at senior level, in areas including strategy formulation, strategic planning, performance management and control, management  services, and/or capacity and risk management.

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• General and business management principles; Government policy direction; Alliance/Partnership management; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Presentation skills; Negotiation skills; Decision-making and sound judgement; Interpersonal skills; Communication and facilitation skills; Co-ordination skills; Relationship-management skills; Networking skills; Business acumen; Accountability; Integrity.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include:

• Executive Support: Provide strategic support to the Office of the CEO and Directors; Coordinate departmental planning sessions; Coordinate, collate and quality-assure departmental inputs; Ensure the implementation of departmental deliverables; Monitor and follow up on departmental projects;
• Support the Executive in the development of business reports for the Council and other relevant stakeholders; Assist Executives in tracking performance against the APP; Coordinate the compilation  of executive reports; Facilitate the departmental policy development process; Facilitate consultation with the relevant stakeholders; Serve as an executive liaison with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) [primary shareholder] and other stakeholders; Provide technical and professional support to internal stakeholders to support the achievement of functional and organisational objectives.
• Organisation Strategy: Develop the DMSA-wide corporate strategy; Facilitate the development of business strategy and its tabling through the governance structures, up to Parliament’s Portfolio Committee level; Develop corporate policies; Facilitate the development of operational plans; Obtain approval of the corporate strategy; Ensure alignment to the planning, budgeting and reporting cycles for the organisation; Develop the Service Delivery Improvement Plan in compliance with relevant requirements and legislation.
• Risk and Compliance Management: Coordinate the Risk Management function within DMSA; Facilitate quarterly meetings of the Risk Management Committee; Facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Strategic Risk Register and Operational Risk Registers; Facilitate compliance management throughout the DMSA, to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Performance Management: Develop a DMSA-wide performance management system; Facilitate the preparation of the Annual Performance Plan (APP); Collect, validate, and analyse organisation-wide performance data; Report on organisation-wide performance; Conduct monitoring and evaluation;
• Recommend remedial actions to ensure achievement of strategic objectives; Develop and implement best practice project management systems and processes to enhance DMSA’s organisational performance.
• Research: Conduct business and market research; Perform environmental scans using appropriate tools such as PESTLE and Porter’s Five Forces Model; Lead the development of thought leadership at DMSA; Establish DMSA’s profile.

Deadline:13th February,2026

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (NQF Level 6). A minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant experience in finance, with a focus on procurement.

CRITICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• In-depth knowledge of Supply Chain Management and government procurement legislation, policies, and procedures including PFMA, Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, National Treasury Practice and Instruction Notes, and the BBBEE Act; Team management, problem-solving and decision-making skills; Ability to interpret legislation, analyse policies, and develop procedures; Strong negotiation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including report writing; Proficiency in change management, project and financial management facilitation, and time management; Customer relations management; Presentation skills; Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office Suite Innovation, ACCPAC and related systems.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS inter alia, include

• Sourcing: Issue tenders to required vendors and monitor responses within deadlines; Evaluate vendor compliance with DMSA requirements and compile detailed reports; Obtain approvals from Supply Chain Manager on vendor selection; Notify successful vendors and ensure that all onboarding procedures are completed in accordance with established processes.
• Order Management: Liaise with service providers regarding order requirements based on internal requests; Purchase products in line with the authorised contractual agreements; Receive the electronic order and follow the required actions to process the order within lead times; Submit the order if the system does not identify any discrepancies; Resolve non-approvals and obtain further actions if required; Match and confirm signed delivery notes from Stores against purchase orders in the system; Match invoices to the order and obtain approval from Procurement Specialist; Submit approved orders to Finance for payment in accordance with agreed credit terms; Ensure that all orders are fully closed out; Follow u with relevant parties as required; Complete a quarterly price comparison list based on current vendors and rates; Identify vendors that overcharge and source more cost-effective alternatives; Report these findings to the Procurement Specialist for further review; Obtain instructions regarding the  next steps to be taken; Source/contact new vendors based on feedback from Procurement Manager.
• Contract Management: Negotiate with suppliers and service providers using approved templates and processes; Support the review and analysis of contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) to verify compliance with organisational standards; Compile a contract utilisation report on a monthly basis; Source the relevant information from vendors; Obtain departmental feedback regarding any required changes to the procurement process for a specific contractor.
• Supplier Performance Management: Obtain detailed specifications from the department and source vendors capable of fulfilling these requirements; Research the supplier market to evaluate availablevendors and the services they provide; Obtain minimum quotes in accordance with the Company Policy to assess costs, quality and select the appropriate supplier; Conduct quarterly or as needed market research to ensure current supplier costs are competitive; Implement changes or source new suppliers based on performance evaluations and market trends.