BASA Programmes Officer

Department Programmes
Contract Type Full time permanent contract
Reporting Line Head of Programmes
Location Johannesburg
Manages Programme Provincial Liaisons (ad hoc)
Hours 40 hours per week
Notice period One month
Reference No. BHR0802

Duties and responsibilities will include:
● Coordination of grant administration, financial and/or other associated transactions.
● Administration of all day-to-day aspects of a contract, grants and/or Programme.
● Implementation of operational policies and procedures in line with the BASA and Programme objectives.
● Writing, editing and publishing of marketing, promotional or educational materials and integrated reports.
● Liaison, communication with internal and external Programme and/or BASA stakeholders.
● Assist with planning, preparation, management of budgets and expenditure.
● Assist with the facilitation of all programme activities.
● Assist with the monitoring & evaluation of all programme activities.
● Assist with the reporting of all programme activities.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required include:
● Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments,
● Ability to coordinate and organise meetings and/or special events. Proven experience in organising resources, administrative, word processing and relevant office skills.
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills
● Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community,
● Ability to train assigned staff, knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control procedures,
● Knowledge of communication principles, media and marketing techniques.
● Ability to gather and analyse statistical data and generate reports, as well as possess
demonstrable writing skills.

Minimum requirements:
● Degree or Diploma in Performance Arts Management/ Dramatic Arts or equivalent
● Valid driver’s license
● Conversant in multiple South African languages
● Experience in Arts Management/Administration
● At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
● Passion and commitment to the development of the cultural sector
● Excellent work ethic and great project management skills
● Willing to travel
● Able to work effectively in remote settings

Submit applications including a letter of motivation, an updated CV and contactable references to recruitment@basa.co.za before 17h00 on 31 October 2022. Please quote Reference: BHR0803 in the subject line.

Enquiries may be directed via email to Virginia Nkobi (BASA HR) at virginian@emergencegrowth.com.