Deputy Director-General: Arts, Culture, Promotion and Development REF NO: DSAC-03/10/2026

In brief

**Overview** This position is for a Deputy Director-General of Arts, Culture, Promotion and Development at The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC), based in Pretoria. The role offers an all-inclusive annual remuneration package of R1,885,710, which includes a basic salary, State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, and a flexible portion structured according to applicable rules and guidelines. This senior management position is responsible for leading, overseeing, and promoting the strategic development, transformation, and sustainability of South Africa's arts, culture, and creative industries, aligning them with national priorities and fostering extensive stakeholder partnerships. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Overseeing, leading, and promoting the development of the arts, culture, and creative industries, ensuring alignment with national government priorities. * Overseeing programmes that develop and promote the sustainability, transformation, innovation, digitisation, and competitiveness of cultural and creative industries in line with equity and redress imperatives. * Leading and coordinating the implementation of the Cultural and Creative Industry (CCI) Masterplan, aligned with national priorities and departmental objectives. * Establishing and strengthening partnerships with stakeholders in the arts, culture, and heritage sectors. * Overseeing governance, risk management, compliance, and accountability within the branch. * Providing support and strategic advice to relevant stakeholders and promoting integrated planning, monitoring, and reporting within the branch. * Overseeing the development, review, and implementation of policies, strategies, and frameworks for the promotion and development of arts and culture. * Overseeing the development and promotion of creative nation programmes, including monitoring initiatives that support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, music, crafts, and other cultural expressions. * Managing and facilitating initiatives aimed at developing artists and cultural practitioners, promoting equitable access, and supporting transformation, inclusivity, and diversity within the arts sector. * Conducting research in support of the development of arts, culture, and creative industries, and overseeing the promotion of reading within the books and publishing industry. * Overseeing the promotion and strategic support to community art centers, schools, and other structures that foster industry growth, as well as funding and capacity-building initiatives. * Managing and overseeing cultural excellence and nation-building programmes, including providing strategic leadership for programmes promoting social cohesion, national identity, cultural diversity, social inclusion, indigenous knowledge systems, and heritage preservation. * Overseeing and providing strategic direction for national commemorative programmes, cultural celebrations, and flagship nation-building initiatives. * Driving transformation, equity, and inclusivity within the arts, culture, and creative sectors, and fostering strategic partnerships to advance national development objectives through culture. * Monitoring and evaluating the impact of cultural programmes and interventions on social cohesion, nation building, and cultural development outcomes, and promoting South Africa's cultural identity. * Managing and facilitating the establishment of partnerships with stakeholders and intergovernmental engagements, including developing strategic partnerships with various entities (government departments, public entities, academic institutions, industry stakeholders, international organisations). * Coordinating intergovernmental and sector engagements, representing the Department in relevant forums, and facilitating research, innovation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. * Promoting the adoption of innovative technologies, digital transformation, and best practices within the cultural and creative sectors, and coordinating collaboration with innovation agencies. * Establishing and maintaining knowledge management systems and monitoring/evaluating innovation and partnership initiatives. * Managing programmes and projects undertaken within the Branch, ensuring planning, implementation, evaluation, monitoring, and alignment, and equipping officials with project management skills. * Leading programmes and projects that promote cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue, unity in diversity, and cultural diplomacy. * Overseeing partnerships with communities, civil society, the private sector, and international stakeholders to advance cultural exchange and cooperation. * Managing the resources of the Branch, including assets, budget, employee performance, risks, and audit matters, ensuring compliance and sound governance. * Promoting a high-performance culture, ethical leadership, and professional development within the Branch. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification. * Post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Social Sciences/ Art Studies/ Arts & Culture/ Heritage Management/ Humanities/ Social Sciences or any relevant arts and culture qualification. * Successful completion of the Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service (SMS) as endorsed by the National School of Government. * 8 years relevant experience at Senior Management level in policy development, strategic leadership, and stakeholder management in the arts, culture, creative industries or any relevant culture sector environment. * Valid driver’s licence. * Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. * Knowledge and understanding of the arts and culture sector. * Knowledge of government policies, legislations, prescripts and National Programme of action. * Knowledge of relevant legislation (PFMA, Public Service Act, National Heritage Resources Act, White Paper on Arts, Culture and Heritage, etc.). * Knowledge and understanding of the transformation of the arts and culture sector. * Knowledge and understanding of domestic and international arts and creative industry market trends. * Knowledge of the South African cultural landscape. * Strategic Capability and Leadership. * Programme and Project Management. * Financial Management. * Change Management. * Knowledge Management. * Service Delivery Innovation (SDI). * Problem solving and Analysis. * People Management and Empowerment. * Client Orientation and Customer Focus. * Accountability and Ethical Conduct. * Presentation skills. * Good communication and Interpersonal relations. * Computer literacy. * Visionary Leadership. * Cultural Sensitivity. * Collaboration and Networking. * Analytical and Critical Thinking. * Ethical Leadership. * Willingness to travel. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a highly experienced senior manager with a strong background in policy development, strategic leadership, and stakeholder management within the arts, culture, and creative industries, particularly in a public service environment. The ideal candidate will possess advanced academic qualifications in a relevant field, demonstrated expertise in governance, financial, and people management, and a deep understanding of South African cultural policies, legislation, and market trends. They should be a visionary leader capable of driving transformation, fostering extensive partnerships, and managing complex programmes aimed at promoting cultural development, nation-building, and social cohesion, with a commitment to ethical conduct and cultural sensitivity. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/deputy-director-general-arts-culture-promotion-and-development-ref-no-dsac-03-10-2026-the-department-of-sports-arts-and-culture-dsac Source: myjobmag

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