Intern: Cultural Affairs (arts & Culture)
Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture
- Salary (as advertised)
- R8 174.75 per month
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
- Not stated — check the original listing
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In brief
**Overview** This is a re-advertisement for an internship position as an Intern: Cultural Affairs (Arts & Culture) within the Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture. The role offers a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 and is based in the Joe Gqabi District (Maletswai). It provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in cultural affairs within a government department. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this internship include: * Assisting in the development of concept documents. * Assisting in the development of budgets and the implementation of Operational Plans. * Assisting with the monitoring of Arts and Culture funded Projects. * Compiling project reports. * Assisting with the planning and coordination of arts and culture events, exhibitions, or festivals. * Compiling monthly reports for the section. * Implementing outreach programmes. * Assisting with procurement in the section. * Assisting with administrative tasks such as scheduling, drafting correspondence, maintaining databases, organizing meetings, and taking minutes. * Engaging with artists, performers, and community partners as needed. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/Grade 12 with a three-year degree/National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognized by SAQA in Arts and Culture Studies, Arts Management, Fine Arts, or Performing Arts. * Alternatively, a Bachelor of Arts/Social Science majoring in one of the following or related fields: Music, Dance & Drama, Visual Arts, Film, Langue, Speech & drama, or any relevant field of study. * Previous experience in arts administration, event planning, or related fields. * Knowledge of arts and culture structures and funding institutions. * Strong interest in arts, culture, and community engagement. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Organizational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Creativity and willingness to contribute ideas. * Must be a South African citizen. * Must have no criminal record. * Applicants must be unemployed and have never participated in an internship programme previously. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate profile includes individuals who hold a National Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/Grade 12 and a relevant three-year degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Arts and Culture Studies, Arts Management, Fine Arts, or Performing Arts. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor of Arts or Social Science degree majoring in fields such as Music, Dance & Drama, Visual Arts, Film, Langue, Speech & Drama, or other relevant studies are encouraged to apply. Applicants should possess previous experience in arts administration or event planning, knowledge of arts and culture structures and funding institutions, and a strong interest in arts, culture, and community engagement. Essential skills include excellent written and verbal communication, organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively, along with creativity and a proactive approach to contributing ideas. Furthermore, candidates must be South African citizens, without a criminal record, currently unemployed, and have no prior participation in an internship programme. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/eastern-cape-department-of-sport-recreation-arts-and-culture-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-dsrac-37-09-2026 Source: govpage
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