# General Assistant Position at uMsunduzi Museum – Apply Now!

 

Looking for a rewarding career opportunity in Pietermaritzburg? The uMsunduzi Museum is hiring a **General Assistant**! This role is perfect for individuals passionate about gardening, maintenance, and working in a team to maintain the beauty and functionality of the Museum grounds. Below are the details to help you apply successfully.

## **Job Overview**  

- **Position**: General Assistant  

- **Reference**: GA/2024  

- **Location**: uMsunduzi Museum, Pietermaritzburg  

- **Salary**: R120 168.72 per annum  

- **Closing Date**: 13 December 2024, 16:00  

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## **Essential Requirements**  

To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:  

- **Age**: Between 18-35 years  

- **Education**: Minimum Grade 10  

- **Experience**: At least 2 years of gardening experience, proven by a reference letter from traceable referees.  

- **Languages**: Fluency in IsiZulu and English.  

- **Driver’s License**: Valid license (driving competency will be tested).  

### **Recommendation**  

- Landscaping design experience is an added advantage.

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## **Key Duties and Responsibilities**  

As a General Assistant, your responsibilities will include:  

- Maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the Museum grounds.  

- Gardening tasks such as cutting and trimming trees, pruning shrubs, mowing lawns, weeding gardens, and clearing walkways of debris and litter.  

- Proper disposal of garden and general refuse.  

- Safe operation and maintenance of gardening equipment like mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.  

- Assisting in the movement of assets and setting up venues for Museum events.  

- Cleaning gutters, downpipes, and performing minor building maintenance tasks such as painting and lightbulb replacements.  

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## **Skills and Abilities Required**  

- Proficiency in using gardening tools and equipment.  

- Physical ability to lift heavy objects.  

- Teamwork and good interpersonal skills.  

- Flexibility and knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers.  

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## **Employee Benefits**  

The role offers a competitive benefits package, including:  

- Salary plus a 13th cheque.  

- Pension and medical aid.  

- Housing allowance/subsidy.  

- Funeral cover.  

- UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund).

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## **How to Apply**  

### **Contact for Enquiries**  

- **Mrs. H. Mthimkhulu**: 033 394 6834/5/6  

- **Email**: hmthimkhulu@msunduzimuseum.org.za  

### **Application Instructions**  

Submit your application to **The Director, uMsunduzi Museum**, quoting the reference number (GA/2024). Applications can be:  

- **Hand-delivered** to: 351 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200  

- **Emailed** to: applications@msunduzimuseum.org.za  

Your application must include:  

1. A detailed CV with three traceable referees.  

2. Certified copies of qualifications, ID, and driver’s license.  

### **Important Note**  

Failure to comply with the application instructions will result in disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within four weeks of the closing date.  

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## **Equal Opportunity Employer**  

The uMsunduzi Museum is committed to employment equity and affirmative action, aiming to promote representation at all occupational levels. The Museum reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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**Apply now to be part of a dynamic team contributing to the preservation and beauty of one of Pietermaritzburg’s cultural gems!**