The posting
Key Responsibilities
1. Programme and Project Management
- Plan and coordinate SIFAS programmes, workshops, performances, festivals and special events from concept to completion.
- Develop project timelines, schedules, briefs, checklists and supporting documentation to ensure smooth execution.
- Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of programmes and projects.
- Support programme proposals, budgeting, approvals and post-event reporting.
2. Productions and Event Management
- Support the planning and execution of SIFAS Productions, concerts, festivals and other artistic projects.
- Coordinate with local and international artists, production teams, venues and vendors on contracts, schedules, hospitality and logistical requirements.
- Manage event-day operations, including guest management, programme flow and on-ground coordination.
- Prepare run sheets, emcee scripts, guest lists, briefing notes and other event materials.
3. Marketing and Communications
- Develop and implement marketing and communications plans for SIFAS programmes, productions and institutional initiatives.
- Create and coordinate content for social media, websites, newsletters, EDMs, invitations, press materials and promotional collateral.
- Manage content across SIFAS’ digital platforms and support ticketing, audience development and promotional campaigns.
- Work with designers, photographers, videographers and external vendors to produce marketing and creative assets.
4. Media and Publicity
- Develop publicity angles and media plans to promote key programmes and institutional initiatives.
- Draft press releases, media pitches, invitations, programme information and briefing materials.
- Liaise with media representatives, journalists and communications partners.
- Coordinate media visits, interviews, photography and publicity opportunities.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
- Liaise with artists, government agencies, arts organisations, educational institutions, community partners, sponsors and donors.
- Support partnerships, collaborations and external engagements that advance SIFAS’ programmes and objectives.
- Coordinate official correspondence, invitations and stakeholder communications, ensuring timely follow-up.
6. Budgeting and Administration
- Support budget preparation, quotations, contracts, invoices and vendor coordination.
- Monitor programme expenditure, project timelines and deliverables.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, records and administrative reports.



