Iziko, an isiXhosa word meaning ‘hearth’, embodies the spirit of a transformed institution and our version of ‘African Museums of Excellence’. The hearth is traditionally and symbolically the social centre of the home; a place associated with warmth, kinship and the spirit of the ancestors. As such, Iziko was envisioned as a space for all South Afric...
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10 years’ relevant experience of which five years should be at senior management level
Technical professional knowledge of all areas of responsibility of the Operations departments (Customer Services, Facilities Management, Human Resources, Finance, income generation, Occupational Health and Safety, information technology)
Understanding of business, general planning and relevant legislation Regulations, practices, legal requirements, processes and procedures and including knowledge of the national heritage sector and related legislation
Public Finance Management Act and Labour legislation Human resources, income generation (including fundraising, marketing and promotions strategies), business and financial management principles, risk management processes and methodologies, procedures and policies Project management planning and implementation skills Valid drivers’ license.
Key Responsibilities include:
Executive management of the Operations Business Unit to achieve the strategic goals of the organisation
To ensure compliance with legislation, regulations and policies, as well as to ensure that risks are managed effectively, by strategic management & business planning General management Strategy and policy development Risk management (Chief Risk Officer),
Human Resources Management, Customer Services, facilities management, information technology, finance, Project Management.
Postgraduate qualification in Public Relations, Marketing, Business Development or equivalent
Proven relevant management experience preferably working within a highly structured compliance environment
Proven track record in fundraising, income generation, venue hire, stakeholder engagement, public relations, marketing & communications Advanced computer literacy in MS Office
Valid driver’s license Knowledge of all relevant legislation applicable to a cultural institution including the PFMA.
Key Responsibilities include:
Develop a fundraising strategy, policy, and plan for Iziko Museums which positions the organisation to attract investments and increase donor and self-generated income to enable public engagement initiatives and other strategic objectives Develop a branding strategy for Iziko Museums
Develop and implement strategies for electronic and other communication media Maintain and develop relationships with potential donors and benefactors Plan and launch public relations campaigns to increase paying visitors to Iziko Museums Develop appropriate responses to media issues Formulate and implement best practice funding proposals
Ensure that the departmental budget is aligned with the achievement of the objectives of the Business Plan Ensure financial and labour compliance in the department
Coordinate the production of internal and external communications, publications, materials, branding, wayfinding, annual performance plans, annual report and strategic plans for the institution.
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