Development Opportunity at VANSA 2017

The Visual Arts Network of South Africa is hiring an Assistant based in Johannesburg. VANSA operates as a support point and development agency for contemporary art practice in South Africa.

We develop industry knowledge, resources, networks and projects that are concerned with realising new social, cultural and economic possibilities for contemporary art practice in the South African – and wider African – context.

Deadline for applications: by 4pm, Thursday 1 June 2017. Please state which position you’re applying for in the subject line of your email.

This is a 1-year development position open to a young individual eager to get working knowledge of the visual arts sector.

The appointed assistant will work closely with the VANSA team on all aspects of the organisation. The assistant will be trained to gain a comprehensive working knowledge and skills set to work in the arts sector.

The position requires an adaptable person with a strong eagerness to engage in the organisation on multiple levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES (included but not limited to):

• Communications and online content
• Contributing to membership strategies
• Assisting on projects and exhibitions
• Contributing to general office administration and management
• Developing financial reports

REQUIREMENTS

• Writing competency
• Computer literacy
• Critical thinking ability
• The assistant is required to be adaptable with a strong ability for multitasking and working under pressure.
• Knowledge of the arts/cultural sector in South Africa is beneficial, as is an additional spoken official South African language.

REMUNERATION
R7 000 cost to company.

12-month non-renewable contract. 80% position based at VANSA offices in Johannesburg.
The candidate would ideally be able to start work on 1 July, this is however negotiable.

Send your CV, a detailed motivation letter and detailed reference letter to [email protected] by 4pm, Thursday 1 June 2017.

No late or incomplete applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo an interview and a short skills test. VANSA reserves the right not to fill these posts.