Internship Programme Announcement
Location: National Arts Council Offices, Newtown, Johannesburg
Closing Date: 27 August 2024

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Position: 5 x Internship Programme

Overview:
The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is dedicated to contributing to skills development in the arts sector by offering graduates the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Arts Administration. We invite applications for our Internship Programme, which will run for six (6) months. Interns will be based at the NAC offices in Newtown, Johannesburg.

The NAC is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the principles outlined in the Employment Equity Act (EEA) during the selection process. The NAC reserves the right to appoint or decline applicants based on organizational needs and requirements.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a four-year Arts degree.
• Applicants should be between 21 and 35 years of age.
• Applicants must be currently unemployed.
• A qualification in Arts Administration is advantageous.
• Successful candidates will be required to sign an Internship Agreement.

Application Process:

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit the following:

• Certified copies of your qualifications and ID.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A motivation letter outlining your interest in the internship.

Applications should be emailed to: jobs@nac.org.za
Please include “Internship Programme: Arts Administration” in the subject line.

Important Notice:
If you do not receive a response from the NAC by 10 September 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. The NAC applies the Employment Equity Act in its recruitment process and aims to maintain a workforce that reflects South Africa’s diversity. The NAC reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Enquiries:
Ms. Florence Mohale
Tel: 011 010 8886
Email: florence@nac.org.za

About the National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC):

The NAC was established in April 1997 through an Act of Parliament (Act No. 56 of 1997). The mandate of the NAC includes:

• Promoting opportunities for individuals to practice and enjoy the arts.
• Enhancing the appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of the arts.
• Fostering national identity and consciousness through artistic expression.
• Supporting historically disadvantaged individuals in accessing the arts.
• Addressing historical imbalances in the infrastructure for promoting the arts.
• Facilitating national and international collaborations in the arts.
• Encouraging excellence and innovation in the arts sector.

Vision:
To be a catalyst in the arts, cultural, and creative community, supporting free and diverse artistic expressions.

Mission:
To serve as an accessible and responsive funding agency, delivering public value by leveraging partnerships to foster the development, promotion, and sustainability of the arts sector.

FAQs about NAC Funding:

• Maximum Project Funding Amount: The maximum project funding amount is R500,000, subject to the project’s merit and availability of funds.
• Funding Application Frequency: The NAC opens for funding applications at least twice a year. Check our website for announcement dates.
• Bursary Coverage: Bursaries may cover accommodation, depending on budget availability, with priority given to tuition fees.
• Eligibility for Funding: Individuals, students, and organizations/groups can apply for funding, depending on their project and purpose.

Supported Disciplines:

• Craft
• Dance
• Literature
• Multidiscipline
• Music
• Theatre
• Visual Arts

Applications must address at least four of the following critical focus areas:

• Social cohesion and nation-building
• Unearthing marginalized and indigenous arts in rural areas
• Addressing social issues such as xenophobia and gender-based violence
• Supporting the involvement of women, youth, and people with disabilities
• Creating new works through digital media
• Capacity building and arts entrepreneurship

For more details, visit our website or contact us via email at info@nac.org.za.