Arts Project Manager & Operations Lead

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Engagement with local arts community

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a meticulous Arts Administrator and Project Manager to support diverse operations, overseeing logistics, budgets, and stakeholder engagement from conception to completion.

You will collaborate with artists, management, and community partners to deliver high-quality artistic programs, while ensuring efficient administrative practices and ongoing funding proposals.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts administration or project management in the arts/entertainment sector.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Project Management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for arts initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics for exhibitions, performances, workshops, and events.
• Liaise with artists, suppliers, and external partners to meet objectives.
• Maintain records, manage correspondence, and support arts department administratively.
• Assist in developing funding proposals and grant applications.
• Monitor progress and prepare reports on KPIs and outcomes.

Skills

Arts administration

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Office software

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a meticulous Arts Administrator and Project Manager to support diverse operations, overseeing logistics, budgets, and stakeholder engagement from conception to completion.

You will collaborate with artists, management, and community partners to deliver high-quality artistic programs, while ensuring efficient administrative practices and ongoing funding proposals.