Jobs Available at Freedom Park

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management Accounting and Reporting
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Internal Controls
• Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Asset Management.
• People management

TASK DESCRIPTION

• To manage the reporting functions to ensure accurate and meaningful financial reporting, including monthly and quarterly management accounting reports and annual financial statements.
• To manage the strategic financial planning activities, such as budget development and procurement monitoring.
• To manage the financial accounting functions to ensure the accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Manage budget and Cash and Bank account.
• To formulate, implement and monitor financial policies and procedures.
• To ensure that assets are accounted for and managed in accordance with statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
• To ensure adherence to all finance-related statutory requirements.
• To ensure that staff are developed, and managed and that an appropriate working environment is created.
• To ensure payment of suppliers within stipulated timeframes, eg within 30 days.
• Provide accurate financial input in strategic reports, such as Annual Performance Plans and Annual Reports etc.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom or BCompt Degree with major subjects in Accountancy, Financial Management, Management Accounting, etc.
• Post-graduate Degree and/or Qualification as a CA (SA) will be an added advantage. Financial management in a medium to large public entity with experience in Financial Planning and Analysis and ERP systems
• Strong knowledge of the PFMA, GRAP, Treasury Regulations, Policy Formulation, implementing and monitoring.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To develop policy for heritage education and outreach and link them to department’s mission and storyline of //hapo and Garden of Remembrance including Gallery of Leaders.
• Coordinate and provide oversight of story telling performances to enhance the story line of Freedom Park.
• Establish and manage stakeholder relations/MOUs and their relationships.
• Manage the writing and designing of teaching and learning material based on //hapo and Freedom Park storyline.
• Manage and facilitate heritage education to enhance pillar of Freedom Park storyline (indigenous knowledge systems, Heritage, Spirituality and History) and complement the national curriculum.
• Implement outreach programs and the visitor flow for touring guide spaces.
• Provide supervision, discipline, and ensure active participation of the unit in all audit processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate qualification / Honours degree in the social/human sciences, which may be Heritage Studies, History, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, African Studies, and Education.
• 5 years’ experience in management
• 1-5 years’ experience in the heritage industry and education field.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Formulate a HR strategy as well as set up a budget that will inform and support the activities of the HR department in line with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• Manage the development and effective implementation of the various HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legislation and the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• Manage the administration and maintenance of human resources to ensure that accurate personnel records are kept.
• Manage the development and utilisation of human resources to ensure employees are equipped with the necessary skills for successful performance, optimal utilisation and organisational efficiency.
• Manage the co-ordination of the Employee Wellness Programme to ensure a healthy and productive workforce.
• Manage the co-ordination of job evaluation activities aimed at determining appropriate grading of positions to ensure internal equity.
• Manage the administration of compensation, benefits and performance management systems to ensure that employees are appropriately rewarded.
• Manage the employee relations function within the organisation to ensure sound relations with stakeholders.
• Manage the recruitment and selection function to ensure attraction, placement and retention of suitably qualified candidates for the organisation’s performance.
•  Provide leadership and advisory support to the HR department as well as the
• organisation on various HR related matters for effective performance, informed decision making and legislative compliance

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification / Honours in human resources or cognate discipline or equivalent qualifications or experience
• 5 years’ experience in managerial position.
• 10 years in Human Resources Management and management of service level agreement and Policy development.

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• The CEO is responsible for providing strategic leadership, vision and executive management of Freedom Park, ensuring the fulfilment of its National Heritage mandates, operational sustainability, sound governance and compliance with applicable legislation.
• The role works closely with and reports to the Chairperson of the Council of Freedom Park to enhance organisational performance, drive innovation and strengthen stakeholder confidence.
• The CEO will be expected to lead Freedom Park through a phase of organisational strengthening,operational renewal and strategic repositioning.

Minimum Requirements

•  A Masters degree (NQF Level 9), in business, heritage, tourism, and/or other relevant
• Ten years’ senior executive leadership experience, preferably across both private and public sector regulated environments.

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: HERITAGE AND KNOWLEDGE (HOD)

• The HOD: Heritage and Knowledge is responsible for providing strategic leadership, intellectual direction and management of Freedom Park’s heritage, research and knowledge programmes, ensuring the advancement of its National Heritage mandate, preservation of historical narratives, and promotion of inclusive memory and identity.
• The role works closely with and reports to the Chief Executive Officer to strengthen programme impact, enhance knowledge production, and deepen stakeholder engagement. The HOD will be expected to lead the Heritage and Knowledge function through a phase of content development, research excellence and strategic alignment with national priorities.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree (NQF Level 9), preferably in the Social/Human Sciences or relate field.
• Eight years’ senior management experience, preferably within the heritage, cultural research, knowledge management or broader public sector environment.
• Demonstrated capability in strategic leadership, programme oversight, project management, organisational performance and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing complex programmes or functions with public accountability and delivering results in dynamic and evolving contexts.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking ability, with the capacity to guide multidisciplinary teams, optimise resources and foster a high-performance and innovative culture.

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COMPANY SECRETARY (CS)

• The Company Secretary is responsible for providing governance, compliance and legal support to the Council and its Committees, ensuring full adherence to applicable legislation, regulations, codes and governance standards.
• The role has a dual reporting line: directly accountable to the Chairperson of the Council on all governance and statutory matters, and administratively (dotted reporting) to the CEO for operational alignment.
• The Company Secretary ensures the effective functioning of Council and Committee processes, promotes ethical and responsible leadership, and enables sound decision-making through the provision of accurate records, information and professional guidance.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree (NQF Level 8)
• Chartered Governance qualification (e.g. CGISA/CSSA).
• Eight years’ experience in a Company Secretary or senior corporate governance role or legal practice.
• Sound knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, King IV, PAIA and POPIA.