Chief Director : Cultural Development

The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in South Africa is seeking a Chief Director: Cultural Development in Pretoria. The role involves enhancing cultural domains within the Creative Industry, conducting research, implementing strategies, and promoting skills development. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in arts and culture with at least 5 years of senior management experience. This administrative position includes policy development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience at a Senior Management level in cultural and creative industries sector.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote cultural domains and implement policies within communities.
• Conduct research and develop policies supporting arts and culture.
• Manage the Mzansi Golden Economy strategy and masterplan.
• Promote skills development in creative industries and improve product quality.

Education

Senior Certificate / Matric Certificate / Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification

Undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Arts and Culture, Cultural Studies, Social Science, Heritage, or relevant Cultural qualification

Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior Management Leadership

Job description

Job title: Chief Director: Cultural Development

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: September 04, 2025

Requirements:

• Senior Certificate / Matric Certificate / Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification;
• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Arts and Culture, Cultural Studies, Social Science, Heritage, or relevant Cultural qualification;
• Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for Public Sector Senior Management Leadership endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG);
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at a Senior Management level or equivalent in the cultural and creative industries sector, in public or private sector;
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Duties:

1. Develop and promote all cultural domains within the Cultural and Creative Industry across communities; develop and implement policies and strategies to strengthen the industry; support community art centers and similar structures.
2. Conduct research and develop policies supporting arts, culture, and creative industries; oversee management of the Mzansi Golden Economy strategy; ensure implementation of the Cultural and Creative Industries Masterplan.
3. Support sector clusters, provinces, and municipalities in implementing the masterplan; promote development of creative industries; develop and manage sector-specific policies and strategies.
4. Promote skills development in creative industries; improve product quality; raise awareness through capacity-building programs; establish strategies for youth, women, and artists with disabilities; monitor adherence to intergovernmental and international agreements.

Note: This is an administrative/management position.