CULTURAL OFFICER is a South African government vacancy at Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. This job is part of Circular 25 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Sekhukhune District | closing date: 10 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
- Applicants should apply through the following website http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified Applications may also be hand delivered/posted to: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. For Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane 0700 Or hand deliver at 15 Landros Mare street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826 or hand deliver at 570 Parliamentary Building, Giyani. For Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department. For Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970 or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa. For Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki &
- Elias Motsoaledi Street. The application on eRecruitment system should be accompanied by recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates) as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.
Salary
R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Requirements
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Arts and Cultural Studies or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Arts and Culture.
- A valid Driver’s License (except for persons with disabilities).
- Knowledge And Skills: Sound and in-depth knowledge of All relevant Cultural and Creative prescripts and all relevant legislative frameworks that govern the Public Service, project management, computer skills, planning and organising, Financial Management, communication skills, report writing skills analytical skills, presentation skills, research skills, motivational skills, cultural development skills and diversity management.
Duties
- Identify, develop and promote (emerging) artists and crafters as well as implementing projects related to performing and visual arts and craft: Facilitate transformation of performing and visual arts to impact on socio-economic development, promote and develop community/public based arts, culture and heritage programmes, establish and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders, manage the implementation of youth development programmes and projects, promote socio-cultural development of vulnerable groups, identity and support the development of high impact job creation areas and skills development in arts, culture and heritage sector and promote the culture of reading and writing, promotion and development of craft, music sector and technical service industries and multimedia (audio-visual, design, visual arts) sector.
- Create awareness programmes for craft, performing and visual arts: Design and conduct awareness campaigns to promote arts and culture programmes, liaise with all relevant stakeholders, promote usage of Arts Centres and integrated crafts hubs and promote and develop community/public based arts and culture programmes.
- Conduct needs analysis and provide professional advice on performing, visual arts and crafts: Conduct research on arts and culture programmes, coordinate the establishment and provide support to arts and culture structures, implement policies and strategies for arts, culture matters and provide advice to all relevant stakeholders on arts and culture matters.
- Render administrative functions in relation to programmes that are implemented: Monitor and evaluate funded projects and programmes, develop and maintain database of arts, culture and heritage institutions, provide administrative and technical support with regard to arts and culture programmes and monitor the implementation of approved programmes for all funded organisations and institutions.
Enquiries
Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Notes
Applicants will be assisted to apply through the E-recruitment system at The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, 21 Biccard Street, Polokwane, Olympic Towers Applications are hereby invited for filling of vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation. Notes: Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) are only required to be presented on the day of the interview. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction; applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000. Pre-Entry Assessments: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Practical Exercise (a) All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. (b) The assessment must comprise a formal test to determine a candidate's proficiency in core functions and the technical dimensions specified in the job advertisement. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/ep/2024 All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity The closing date for submission of applications is the 10 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance and preemployment verifications. Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. The advert will be posted on the following websites www.sac.limpopo.gov.za / www.limpopo.gov.za, and www.dpsa.gov.za MANAGEMENT ECHELON
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Original Text
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Sekhukhune District
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Arts and Cultural Studies or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum
of 2 years’ experience in Arts and Culture. A valid Driver’s License (except for persons with disabilities). Knowledge And Skills: Sound and in-depth
knowledge of All relevant Cultural and Creative prescripts and all relevant legislative frameworks that govern the Public Service, project management,
computer skills, planning and organising, Financial Management, communication skills, report writing skills analytical skills, presentation skills,
research skills, motivational skills, cultural development skills and diversity management.
DUTIES : Identify, develop and promote (emerging) artists and crafters as well as implementing projects related to performing and visual arts and craft: Facilitate
transformation of performing and visual arts to impact on socio-economic development, promote and develop community/public based arts, culture and
heritage programmes, establish and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders, manage the implementation of youth development programmes
and projects, promote socio-cultural development of vulnerable groups, identity and support the development of high impact job creation areas and skills
development in arts, culture and heritage sector and promote the culture of reading and writing, promotion and development of craft, music sector and
technical service industries and multimedia (audio-visual, design, visual arts)
sector. Create awareness programmes for craft, performing and visual arts:
Design and conduct awareness campaigns to promote arts and culture programmes, liaise with all relevant stakeholders, promote usage of Arts
Centres and integrated crafts hubs and promote and develop community/public
based arts and culture programmes. Conduct needs analysis and provide professional advice on performing, visual arts and crafts: Conduct research on
arts and culture programmes, coordinate the establishment and provide support to arts and culture structures, implement policies and strategies for
arts, culture matters and provide advice to all relevant stakeholders on arts and culture matters. Render administrative functions in relation to programmes that
are implemented: Monitor and evaluate funded projects and programmes, develop and maintain database of arts, culture and heritage institutions,
provide administrative and technical support with regard to arts and culture programmes and monitor the implementation of approved programmes for all
funded organisations and institutions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 25 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.