Arts Administration & Programs Coordinator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Cultural environment in Stellenbosch

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Arts Administrator in Stellenbosch to support artistic staff, manage schedules, and handle budget tasks. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth operations of arts programs and projects.

The successful candidate will coordinate events, maintain records, and liaise with internal teams and partners to drive successful project execution in a dynamic arts environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative or arts management role.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and database management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• A genuine passion for the arts and a commitment to supporting artistic endeavours in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to artistic directors, curators, and production teams.
• Manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle correspondence for artistic departments.
• Assist in the preparation and management of budgets, including tracking expenses and processing invoices.
• Coordinate logistics for events, performances, workshops, and artist residencies.
• Maintain accurate records and databases related to artists, projects, and patrons.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners to ensure efficient project execution.

Skills

Admin experience

Arts management

Budgeting

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Database management

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Arts Administrator in Stellenbosch to support artistic staff, manage schedules, and handle budget tasks. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth operations of arts programs and projects.

The successful candidate will coordinate events, maintain records, and liaise with internal teams and partners to drive successful project execution in a dynamic arts environment.