The William Humphreys Art Gallery is seeking a dynamic Education Officer to develop and present creative educational programmes at the museum.

Equity Statement:

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the museum.

Remuneration:

All-inclusive cost-to-company package of R 297 439,76 per annum. Membership in the Museums Pension Fund is compulsory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate, organise and present developmentally appropriate art classes for our ECD program.
• Facilitate, organise and present developmentally appropriate art classes for adults living with intellectual disabilities.
• Manage and prepare classroom settings for educational/art sessions and maintain a stimulating, well-organised learning environment.

• Design and implement education/art projects as part of the annual national celebration calendar of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer art classes and workshops for holiday programmes.
• Plan, coordinate and administer art competitions.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer art classes and workshops for school learners (after-school classes), youth, and adults.
• The Education Officer will also take responsibility for the WHAG Library. This will include:
  • Maintaining an orderly and welcoming space for library visitors.
  • Identify and recommend new resources for the library.
  • Catalogue new resources.
  • Maintain accurate records and shelving.
  • Maintain the library’s electronic database.

Requirements:

• A diploma or degree in Fine Art or Visual Arts (NQF Level 6 or higher)
• A diploma in ECD (NQF Level 6 or higher) will be added advantage
• 3 years’ experience in teaching or educational facilitation (museum or gallery-based experience will be advantageous)
• Good communication skills in English, Afrikaans and Setswana
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Driver’s License
• Classroom management and organisational skills.
• Ability to design and present age-appropriate, creative, and culturally sensitive lessons
• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve.

Recruitment Details:

• Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a comprehensive selection process
• Submit a CV with three references, copies of qualifications, a copy of your ID and driver’s licence.
• To apply, please follow the link and complete the online application process:

 https://forms.gle/dYjPAMc5W8sPLyAd7

 The closing date for applications is 3 October 2025

WHAG reserves the right not to fill an advertised position. Communication will be limited to the short-listed candidates only.