Department of Sport, Arts & Culture: Young Creatives Programme 2023

The Department of Sport, Arts & Culture in partnership with National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) are looking to recruit young people in the Creative & Cultural Industries to enter a one year National Youth Service Programme called The Young Creatives Programme, mobilising communities and engaging youth in arts and culture.

Monthly stipend: R4’000 (Four Thousand Rand Only)

Responsibilities:

The successful applicants will be required to fulfil the following functions:

• Implement arts and cultural activities in both Community Arts Centre and schools;
• Mobilise schools and youth formations to be part of The Young Creatives Programme and activities at the Community Arts Centre and their community;
• Implement, coordinate and support The Young Creatives Programme events in the community;
• Maintain relationships with local community organisations and other community youth groups in the community;
• Administer the monitoring of The Young Creatives Programme implementation in schools and at the Community Arts Centre;
• Commit to personal development and growth.

Requirements:

• Must have a Grade 12 Certificate,
• Tertiary qualification will be an added advantage.
• Must be between the age of 18 and 35 years.

Skills and Competencies:

• Facilitation and presentation skills.
• English and local language proficiency.
• Strong communication and youth development background.
• Self-initiator, pro-activeness, with attention to detail.
• Display ability to role model.