Call for applications: Music In Africa Foundation Intern arts administrators (part-time)

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and organised individuals seeking experience within the creative and cultural sector.

The Music In Africa Foundation (MIAF) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing the African creative sector, with a primary focus on music. While our foundational work supports a vibrant and sustainable music industry, our mandate has expanded to encompass the wider cultural and creative industries (CCIs). MIAF manages the leading online platform for the African music sector, www.musicinafrica.net , and leverages this expertise to foster growth and connectivity across the creative economy.

The National Employment Facility for Creative Industries in South Africa (NEFCISA) is a national work placement programme designed to address unemployment and skills gaps in the local creative sector. The facility will identify skills demand, recruit, train, and place a minimum of 1 000 workers into host organisations across South Africa for a period of 10 months. For more on the programme see https://www.musicinafrica.net/projects/nefcisa

Key responsibilities

Under the supervision of the project team, the administrators will be responsible for:

• Assisting with day-to-day office operations, including filing (hard copy and digital), record-keeping, and maintaining an organised workspace
• Supporting the monthly administration of timesheets and reconciliation of worked hours for partners -requires experience in Excel
• Managing general correspondence, answering telephone calls, responding to emails via the NEFCISA administrative account, and communicating with partners and stakeholders in a professional manner
• Supporting the coordination of logistics for meetings, workshops, and small events, including sourcing and obtaining quotations
• Updating and maintaining databases, mailing lists, and stakeholder registers
• Providing general administrative support to the NEFCISA project team as required

Working terms & remuneration

This positions are offered in line with NEFCISA guidelines:

• Placements will run from appointment to August 2026, under the NEFCISA social employment model.
• Additional training and mentorship opportunities will be provided through MIAF.
• Daily rate: R426.88 (full day)
• Monthly CTC: R4 268.80
• Based on up to 10 full days per month
• This is an in-office position based in Rosebank, Gauteng
• This is a part-time, task-based engagement, subject to operational requirements

Requirements and skills

• Experience or interest in the creative and cultural industries will be an advantage
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential.
• Some experience in an administrative or office support role is advantageous
• Strong organisational, communication, and time-management skills
• A keen interest in or previous exposure to the cultural and creative industries (CCIs).
• Ability to work independently and under supervision
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their application using this application form here by 23 January 2026. Applications that do not comply with the above requirements will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.