DIRECTOR DISTRICT OPERATIONS – MINISTRY OF SPORT AND ARTS

VACANCY 

MINISTRY OF SPORT AND ARTS
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

The Ministry of Sport and Arts invites applications from talented, decisive, self-driven and qualified citizens of Botswana to fill the following vacant positions tenable in the Ministry Headquarters:

DIRECTOR – DISTRICT OPERATIONS (1 POST)

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 6 OF 2025

SALARY SCALE: E1 (P512,148 – P537,860) per annum.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To coordinate and oversee the implementation and monitoring of policies, programmes and projects on sport, arts and culture at district level.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Develops annual plans for the district operations for the enhancement of sport, arts and culture.
1. Provides strategic oversight in the implementation of district sport, arts and culture policies, programmes and projects.
1. Provides advice on policy and legislative matters to promote the interests of sport, arts and culture at district level.
1. Enforces policies for ethical and professional conduct in sport, arts and culture programmes in the districts.
1. Makes data-driven recommendations to inform policy development or review.
1. Develops and enforces standard operating procedures (SOPs) for district operations.
1. Ensures mainstreaming of gender, disability, other vulnerable groups and diversity in sport, arts and culture initiatives at the district level.
1. Establishes a risk management strategy to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all artists, athletes and other industry players.
1. Provides guidance and support in the promotion and implementation of programmes nurturing emerging talent in sport and arts sector.
1. Facilitates implementation of talent development programmes and community-based initiatives.
1. Facilitates maintenance and utilisation of sport and arts facilities at the districts.
1. Coordinates the implementation of commercialisation initiatives at the district level for sport, arts and culture.
1. Facilitates promotion of local sporting events, art exhibitions and cultural festivals.
1. Facilitates the development of branding strategies to attract sponsors and audiences at local level.
1. Facilitates linkage between artists or athletes and potential investors or sponsors.
1. Consolidates and ensures adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks governing sport, arts and cultural operations.
1. Conducts periodic assessments of district performance in sport, arts and cultural programmes.
1. Analyses reports from district offices and makes recommendations to inform decision-making.
1. Collaborates with local authorities, NGOs and private organisations to promote sports and arts at the district level.
1. Represents the Ministry at district-level events, meetings and engagements.
1. Facilitates feedback mechanisms between communities and the Ministry through district structures.
1. Provides operational oversight of budget and expenditure for Sport and Arts in the District.
1. Ensures efficient utilisation and accountability of allocated resources for sports and arts development in the districts.
1. Oversees grants, sponsorships, and funding programmes for district-level activities.
1. Monitors training and manages staff.
1. Assesses and develops staff.
1. Self-development and growth.
1. Manages performance and builds a team.
1. Provides constructive feedback for growth and development.
1. Reviews and ensures the alignment of all unit policies, procedures and interventions comply with SHE legislation and protocols and the MDA’s quality management systems.
1. Monitors and ensures that all the functions and activities of the function comply with national legislation and quality management standards.
1. Implements and ensures members of the function undertake action items arising from SHEO audits and risk assessments on time and in accordance with MDA’s standards.

QUALIFIED APPLICANT’S PROFILE

To be considered for appointment to this position, candidates must have the following qualifications;

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Business Administration, Public Administration, Strategic Management or related field. Experience in Arts and Culture Management and Sport Management will be an added advantage.

Applicants should have a minimum of sixteen (16) years post-qualification experience, two (2) years of which must have been served at E2 salary scale in Government or equivalent level in the Private Sector/Parastatal Organisation.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Deciding and Initiating Action
1. Leading and Supervising
1. Formulating Strategies and Concepts
1. Adhering to Principles and Values
1. Analysing
1. Planning and Organising
1. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
1. Adapting and Responding to Change

BENEFITS

a) Leave – 30 working days per annum
b) Optional Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% and employee 50%).
c) Contributory Pension Scheme (Government pays 15% and employee 5%).
d) 30% Gratuity for employees on fixed-term contract

IMPORTANT

Applicants should quote the number of this vacancy circular and provide the following details:
a) Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
b) Certified copies of the national identity card
c) Certified copies of certificates and transcripts
d) At least three recent work-related references (not more than six months old) confirming the required experience.
e) Date of first appointment, present post, salary scale and date of appointment thereto.
f) Applications from serving Public Officers must be routed through their Heads of Departments and Permanent Secretaries (Accounting Officers). Applications not so routed and those received after the closing date will not be considered.
g) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No emailed or faxed documents will be considered.