Freedom Park Vacancies

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Manager: Education and Outreach

Position:	Manager: Education and Outreach
Department:	Heritage and Knowledge
Manager/Supervisor:	HOD: Heritage and Knowledge
Position Status:	Permanent
Job Grade
Position Reference Code	MEO032026

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

To co-ordinate, manage, develop heritage marketing and education programs, storytelling

content and book publication and facilitate the schools, youth and family programming,

design learning and presentation/learning support material for schools and public.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To develop policy for heritage education and outreach and link them to department’s mission and storyline of //hapo and Garden of Remembrance including Gallery of Leaders.
• Coordinate and provide oversight of story telling performances to enhance the story line of Freedom Park.
• Establish and manage stakeholder relations/MOUs and their relationships.
• Manage the writing and designing of teaching and learning material based on //hapo and Freedom Park storyline.
• Manage and facilitate heritage education to enhance pillar of Freedom Park storyline (indigenous knowledge systems, Heritage, Spirituality and History) and complement the national curriculum.
• Implement outreach programs and the visitor flow for touring guide spaces.
• Provide supervision, discipline, and ensure active participation of the unit in all audit processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate qualification / Honours degree in the social/human sciences, which may be Heritage Studies, History, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, African Studies, and Education.
• 5 years’ experience in management
• 1-5 years’ experience in the heritage industry and education field.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Outreach Activities
• Be able to work with communities.
• Customer Relations.
• Knowledge of and history and heritage.
• Be able to work with diverse people.
• Be a team builder and leader.
• Knowledge about liberation struggle history, contemporary culture and African thoughts throughout history.
• A working knowledge of the Curriculum Statement of South Africa and the CAPS curriculum.
• South African Heritage Resources Act
• Heritage Tourism Sector
• Program and project management
• Cultural Diversity
• Local Languages

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Time management
• Computer literacy (Office Suite)
• Conflict resolution skills
• Diversity management skills
• Problem solving skills

All applications must be emailed to: hr@freedompark.co.za. Include the Reference Code

(MEO032026) in the subject line of the email.

All applications must include a curriculum vitae with three contactable referees, certified copies

of educational qualifications (qualifications from other countries must be accompanied by a

certified copy of the verification from the South African Qualifications Authority [SAQA]), and

certified copy of the identity document.

The certification of documents by the Commissioner of Oaths must occur within a period of less

than 3 months.

By applying for this position, candidates consent to:

• Freedom Park performing verification of the information provided beyond the listed referees.
• Successful candidates undergoing a verification process for all information, which includes the verification of qualifications and security clearance.
• Successful candidates being required to undergo an assessment that evaluates competence, psychometric factors, and other relevant criteria.

Closing date is 18 May 2026

Freedom Park is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Candidates whose

applications will contribute to enhancing Freedom Park’s diversity (staff profile) and employment

equity goals regarding race, gender, and disability are encouraged to apply.

NB: If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date, kindly assume

that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to those

candidates who have been shortlisted.

Freedom Park reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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Manager: Human Resources

Position:	Manager: Human Resources
Department:	Corporate Services
Manager/Supervisor:	HOD: Corporate Services
Position Status:	Permanent
Job Grade
Position Reference Code	HRM032026

Freedom Park is a heritage site and museum dedicated to honouring all those who gave their

lives in the struggles for freedom. It is established as a cultural institution reporting to the

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture and is situated in Salvokop, Pretoria.

The institution is looking for a visionary, hardworking and ethical leader who has a passion to

contribute to national reconciliation and social cohesion. Applications are invited from suitably

qualified and experienced persons for the position of Manager: Human Resources.

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

To plan, direct, and co-ordinate the human resource management activities of the Freedom

Park to maximise the strategic use of its HR functions; to ensure regulatory compliance for the

achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Formulate a HR strategy as well as set up a budget that will inform and support the activities of the HR department in line with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• Manage the development and effective implementation of the various HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legislation and the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• Manage the administration and maintenance of human resources to ensure that accurate personnel records are kept.
• Manage the development and utilisation of human resources to ensure employees are equipped with the necessary skills for successful performance, optimal utilisation and organisational efficiency.
• Manage the co-ordination of the Employee Wellness Programme to ensure a healthy and productive workforce.
• Manage the co-ordination of job evaluation activities aimed at determining appropriate grading of positions to ensure internal equity.
• Manage the administration of compensation, benefits and performance management systems to ensure that employees are appropriately rewarded.
• Manage the employee relations function within the organisation to ensure sound relations with stakeholders.
• Manage the recruitment and selection function to ensure attraction, placement and retention of suitably qualified candidates for the organisation’s performance.
•  Provide leadership and advisory support to the HR department as well as the
• organisation on various HR related matters for effective performance, informed decision making and legislative compliance

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification / Honours in human resources or cognate discipline or equivalent qualifications or experience
• 5 years’ experience in managerial position.
• 10 years in Human Resources Management and management of service level agreement and Policy development.

Skills and experience required:

• Advanced knowledge of labour legislation, including rules and proceedings in a CCMA and Labour Court
• Knowledge of the heritage sector
• Management of collective agreements
• Payroll administration
• Organisation development and change management.
• Performance Management
• Policy development
• Financial Management

COMPETENCIES:

• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Negotiation skills.
• Communication skills (verbal and written).
• Interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking.
• Payroll administration. Budgetary skills

All applications must be emailed to: hr@freedompark.co.za. Include the Reference Code

(HRM032026) in the subject line of the email.

All applications must include a curriculum vitae with three contactable referees, certified copies

of educational qualifications (qualifications from other countries must be accompanied by a

certified copy of the verification from the South African Qualifications Authority [SAQA]), and

certified copy of the identity document.

The certification of documents by the Commissioner of Oaths must occur within a period of less

than 3 months.

By applying for this position, candidates consent to:

• Freedom Park performing verification of the information provided beyond the listed referees.
• Successful candidates undergoing a verification process for all information, which includes the verification of qualifications and security clearance.
• Successful candidates being required to undergo an assessment that evaluates competence, psychometric factors, and other relevant criteria.

Closing date is 18 May 2026

Freedom Park is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Candidates whose

applications will contribute to enhancing Freedom Park’s diversity (staff profile) and employment

equity goals regarding race, gender, and disability are encouraged to apply.

NB: If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date, kindly assume

that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to those

candidates who have been shortlisted.

Freedom Park reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Click here to apply

Finance Manager

Position:	Finance Manager
Department:	Finance
Manager/Supervisor:	Chief Financial Officer
Position Status:	Permanent
Job Grade
Position Reference Code	FM032026

Freedom Park is a national monument and heritage destination dedicated to honouring all those who gave their lives in the struggles for freedom. It is established as a cultural institution reporting to the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture and is situated at Salvokop, on the southern tip of Pretoria.
Freedom Park is looking for an ethical individual who has a passion to contribute to national reconciliation and social cohesion. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the position of Finance Manager.

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE
To manage all financial and management accounting functions at Freedom Park.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management Accounting and Reporting
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Internal Controls
• Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Asset Management.
• People management

TASK DESCRIPTION

• To manage the reporting functions to ensure accurate and meaningful financial reporting, including monthly and quarterly management accounting reports and annual financial statements.
• To manage the strategic financial planning activities, such as budget development and procurement monitoring.
• To manage the financial accounting functions to ensure the accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Manage budget and Cash and Bank account.
• To formulate, implement and monitor financial policies and procedures.
• To ensure that assets are accounted for and managed in accordance with statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
• To ensure adherence to all finance-related statutory requirements.
• To ensure that staff are developed, and managed and that an appropriate working environment is created.
• To ensure payment of suppliers within stipulated timeframes, eg within 30 days.
• Provide accurate financial input in strategic reports, such as Annual Performance Plans and Annual Reports etc.

Applications for internal candidates must be on internal application form. Applications must be emailed to: hr@freedompark.co.za. All applications must contain a curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational
certificates and or other qualifications and identity document. Kindly insert the job reference code on the subject line when applying for the position. Successful applicants will be subjected to a verification/security clearance. Closing date is 30 th of November 2024.

NB: If you do not receive any response within 14 days of closing days, please assume that your application was not successful.
Correspondence will only be with shortlisted candidates.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements

• BCom or BCompt Degree with major subjects in Accountancy, Financial Management, Management Accounting, etc.
• Post-graduate Degree and/or Qualification as a CA (SA) will be an added advantage. Financial management in a medium to large public entity with experience in Financial Planning and Analysis and ERP systems
• Strong knowledge of the PFMA, GRAP, Treasury Regulations, Policy Formulation, implementing and monitoring.

Skills and Competencies

• People Management Experience
• Worked in a Management role in the public sector
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills and ERP system, preferably SAGE

Attributes

• Honesty, integrity and ethical conduct at the highest level
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organisation and presentation skills.
• Dynamic, innovation, creative skills and ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds

All applications must be emailed to: hr@freedompark.co.za. Include the Reference Code

(FM032026) in the subject line of the email.

All applications must include a curriculum vitae with three contactable referees, certified copies

of educational qualifications (qualifications from other countries must be accompanied by a

certified copy of the verification from the South African Qualifications Authority [SAQA]), and

certified copy of the identity document.

The certification of documents by the Commissioner of Oaths must occur within a period of less

than 3 months.

By applying for this position, candidates consent to:

• Freedom Park performing verification of the information provided beyond the listed referees.
• Successful candidates undergoing a verification process for all information, which includes the verification of qualifications and security clearance.
• Successful candidates being required to undergo an assessment that evaluates competence, psychometric factors, and other relevant criteria.

Closing date is 18 May 2026

Freedom Park is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Candidates whose

applications will contribute to enhancing Freedom Park’s diversity (staff profile) and employment

equity goals regarding race, gender, and disability are encouraged to apply.

NB: If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date, kindly assume

that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to those

candidates who have been shortlisted.

Freedom Park reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications