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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPORT 
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 March 2020 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202 
 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
RESEARCHER: INFORMATION SERVICES REF NO: CAS 19/2019 R1 
SALARY : R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Postgraduate qualification; A minimum of 1 year relevant experience; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Knowledge of the following: Scientific research methods in Social Sciences; Investigative methods and techniques. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Scientific research methods in Social Sciences; Investigative methods and techniques; Scientific report writing; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Management and information; Communication (verbal and written) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 

DUTIES : Conducting scientific research: identify research projects and undertake commissioned research for the library services; Management of information and knowledge: Collate and analyse data and information from public libraries and other sections of the library services; Management of library statistics and databases; Proofreading and translations of outputs produced by the section. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Adonis at Tel No: (021) 483 2145 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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ARCHIVIST: CLIENT INFORMATION SERVICES REF NO: CAS 27/2019 R1 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma or higher qualification) in Archival studies or History/Cultural History as major subjects; A valid driving licence. Recommendations: Working experience in the archives environment; Knowledge of retrieval and automated storage systems. Competencies: Knowledge of current archival policies and legislation; Presentation and public speaking skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer skills; Leadership and effective delegation. 
 
DUTIES : Research and source guidance will entail the following: Provide references to customers by providing access, interpreting, finding aids, giving instruction on the proper handling of materials and providing knowledge of the records relevant to the individual researcher’s needs; Respond to written/telephonic enquiries and maintain records and control sheets; Digitization of archival records and avail them for research purposes; Planning and Administration will entail the following: Ensure that work is completed according to work plan by overseeing, monitoring and evaluating work progress of subordinates; Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports; People Management will entail the following: Ensure the effective utilisation and development of human capital by mentoring, coaching and training staff to master necessary skills; Compile in-service training programmes, job descriptions, performance and development plan agreements. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Kupe at Tel No: (021) 483 0411 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
HERITAGE OFFICER: HERITAGE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO. CAS 04/2020 (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (or higher qualification). Recommendation: Postgraduate qualifications (Honours, Masters, Doctorate) in heritage-related studies. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Heritage Resources Act; Heritage Resources Management policies and guidelines (specifically those of HWC (Heritage Western Cape); Written and verbal communication skills; Related legislation in the heritage management process (such as NEMA (National Environmental Management Act}, MRDA {Mineral Resources Development Act) and municipal processes where applicable); Skills in office package suite and working knowledge of database such as the South African Heritage Resources Information System (SAHRIS) or similar. 
 
DUTIES : Proactive identification of heritage resources and their significance through assisting local authorities and the public in integrating the heritage permitting process with local municipal planning processes; Applying scrutiny to the significance of identified heritage resources as well as grading previously unidentified heritage resources in the process of assessing impacts to these heritage resources; Provide professional and technical heritage assistance to the public as well as other departments and internal units and the promotion and increasing public awareness regarding the value of heritage and the role it should play in empowering civil society to nurture and conserve heritage; Monitoring and enforcement of compliance in terms of heritage policies and legislation by conducting site inspections and investigations prior to possible prosecution. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms W Dhansay at Tel No: (021) 483 9533 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co