Call for applications: ACCES Interns (Johannesburg)

This opportunity forms part of the National Employment Facility for Creative Industries in South Africa (NEFCISA), a national work placement programme designed to address unemployment and skills gaps in the creative sector.

This opportunity offers a strong entry point into large-scale cultural programme delivery, with direct exposure to the coordination of a leading pan-African music trade event taking place in Johannesburg this year.

Role overview

Selected interns will support the planning and delivery of ACCES-related activities, including pre-event activations, stakeholder coordination and operational support. We are looking for highly organised individuals with strong administrative, coordination and communication skills.

Key responsibilities

• Support the coordination of ACCES-related programme activities
• Assist with stakeholder liaison, including clients, partners and delegates
• Support delegate mobilisation campaigns
• Support participant coordination, including communication, tracking and reporting
• Assist in organising workshops, training sessions and activation events
• Support logistics, scheduling and on-site coordination during activations
• Assist with data collection, reporting and basic M&E processes
• Maintain accurate records of activities, participants and outputs
• Provide general administrative support to the project team

Requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification (or currently completing) in Arts Management, Project Management, Media, or a related field
• Strong interest in the creative industries, particularly music
• Basic experience in coordination, administration or events (academic or practical)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Willingness to travel when required

Key competencies

• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work both independently and in a team
• Problem-solving mindset
• Good interpersonal skills

Placement period and wage

• Placements will run from May to November 2026
• Interns will work for between 8 - 12 days per month and receive a monthly wage
• Additional training and mentorship opportunities will be provided through MIAF

Benefits

• Gain real work experience within one of Africa’s leading music-industry
• organisations
• Receive a monthly wage and structured training
• Develop critical event production skills
• Become part of MIAF’s pan-African creative network.
• Contribute to projects that strengthen Africa’s music and cultural industries

How to apply

Applications must be submitted through the online form available here.

Deadline: 24 April 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.