DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PRESERVATION MANAGEMENT SERVICE

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture

Reference number: DSAC-08/09/2026
Salary: R932 292 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package), consisting of a basic salary (70/ 75% of the total remuneration package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules and guidelines.
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 9 October 2026
Circular: No 34 of 2026

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Requirements

Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; Minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) / Degree NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Archival Studies/ Library and Information Science/ Conservation Studies/ Archives and Records Management/ Heritage and Cultural Sciences/ Museum Studies/ History or any relevant qualification; 3-5 years relevant experience, at least 3 years at an Assistant Director level in preservation of records, conservation, or any archival environment; Knowledge of Public Service Regulations; Knowledge and understanding of preservation and conservation principles and practices; Knowledge and understanding of heritage preservation frameworks; Knowledge and understanding of collection management, storage, and environmental control standards; Knowledge records and archives management principles; Knowledgeable in the Public Finance Management Act with an understanding of relevant policies, prescripts, and legislation; Knowledge of policy development and analysis processes; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Presentation skills; Good communication and Interpersonal relations; Computer Literacy; Project Management Skills; Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

Develop and Implement preservation operational plans, conservation and restoration plans and digitisation strategies.; Coordinate conservation and restoration activities for heritage assets, heraldic artwork, records, and collections; Establish preservation and conservation priorities;; Ensure compliance with preservation and conservation legislation, standards, policies and international best practices; Coordinate digitisation projects to improve access, and safeguard historical records; Maintain preservation databases and information management systems; Assess the condition of materials and determine appropriate conservation interventions; Ensure preventative conservation measures are in place to minimise deterioration; Monitor conservation projects and ensure quality standards are maintained; Manage and Implement care for collections and security measures of strongrooms-Maintain storage and handling procedures for preserved materials; Monitor environmental conditions affecting preservation, including temperature, humidity, light, and pests; Ensure appropriate storage facilities and preservation equipment are maintained; Coordinate disaster preparedness and recovery plans for heritage assets and collections; Conduct regular risk assessments to identify threats to preserved materials; Implement measures to protect assets from physical, environmental, and operational risks; Conduct research on emerging preservation technologies, methodologies preservation policies, standards and guidelines-Develop, review and implement preservation, conservation and digitisation policies, standards, procedures and guidelines; Develop standard and best practices to enhance service delivery; Provide advice and guidance on preservation, conservation and digitisation matters; Facilitate awareness and training initiatives on preservation standards and practices; Manage the sub directorate and its performance.

Where to send your application

for the position of Personal Assistant must be emailed to: Recruitment26- 77@dpw.gov.za

Enquiries

Ms K Ngcobo Tel No: (012) 441 3234

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 18 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 18 September 2026.

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