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Job Advertisement: Education Officer/Site Guide
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DLTLF
Published
19 August 2025
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Be the Light — A Call for Support
The Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation preserves and propagates its founders’ values, principles and lifelong work for peace and justice. Based at the Old Granary in Cape Town, the Foundation operates through various programme areas.
The Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation seeks to fill the following vacancy:
Education Officer/Site Guide
The Education Officer/Site Guide will serve as an ambassador, educator and exhibition guide. He/she will possess a thorough knowledge of the exhibition's contents and artefacts and their significance and share this in an engaging manner, answering any questions that guests might have.
Key Performance Areas and responsibilities include:
Leading exhibition tours for large and small groups of all ages
Interacting with a wide range of visitors in a variety of situations
Remaining up-to-date about current events as well as changes in the exhibition
Helping facilitate special events in the exhibition
Assisting the exhibition reception desk
Creating and implementing public programmes for special events
Creating and implementing a memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages
The Education Officer/Tour Guide must meet the following criteria:
An appropriate degree, preferably in History or Humanities field
Ability to conduct tours in English and one other regional language of the Western Cape
Passionate about Heritage, Youth and South Africa
Knowledge of the legacy of Desmond Tutu and a commitment to making it accessible to the public
Communication, planning, and writing skills are essential
Facilitation skills and concept development will be advantageous
Applicants must:
Submit a motivational letter and a CV via email to charlene@tutu.org.za
Closing date: 8 December 2023