Old Harbour Museum Hermanus

07/05/2026

We open at 12:00 on Friday, 8th May 2026

02/04/2026

26/03/2026

20/03/2026

OPEN VACANCY: Research & Governance
Advert Summary: Internal and External advertisement
EPWP Participant: Research & Governance Project x1
Recruiter: Old Harbour Museum Hermanus, Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
REF: March 2026_EPWP_Research & Governance Old Harbour Museum Hermanus
EPWP Contract Post: 12 Months period

Advert Details
Directorate: Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Remuneration: Successful candidate will receive an E.P.W.P Stipend in line with the E.P.W.P framework, depending on qualification.
Closing Date: 25 March 2026 at 13:00
Enquiries: Ms. G Gillion Tel: 028-3121475 (between 08:00 and 16:30 only)

Minimum requirements:
• Grade 12
• Computer literate

Key Performance Areas:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Provide assistance to the Museum Manager and the governing body of the Museum
Undertake duties related to the core function of the Museum, including receiving visitors, public programs and collection management duties.
Perform other duties as required by the Museum Manager.
Perform front-house duties every alternate weekend and/or public holiday as required

Competencies/skills:
Good written and verbal communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
Experience in administration
A Tertiary qualification (degree or equivalent) will be an advantage
History as a subject would be preferable
Excellent written communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
Administrative experience would be advantages
Events & Educational skills would be advantages

Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will receive further correspondence. Old Harbour Museum reserves the right not to make an appointment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail themselves at a time and date set by the Governing Body for an interview. Applications must include a current CV together with certified copies of ID and academic qualifications.

Only fully completed application forms with certified copies of qualifications, certificates and identity documents will be considered.
Old Harbour Museum is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Applications are to be submitted on fully completed Z83 forms obtainable from the museum clearly indicating the position being applied for and reference number. To be handed in at reception – Whale House Museum Hermanus marked for attention Ms. A Marthinus – Museum Manager

Applications not received on or before the closing date as well as faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Candidates who have not been contacted by 1 April 2026 must consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Ms. ATTWELLTHEA MARTHINUS, MUSEUM MANGER, Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus, 67 Marine Drive, 7200

20/03/2026

OPEN VACANCY: Audit & Digitization
Advert Summary: Internal and External advertisement
EPWP Participant: Audit & Digitization Project X2
Recruiter: Old Harbour Museum Hermanus, Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
REF: March 2026_EPWP_Collections_ OHM
EPWP Contract Post: 12 Month Period

Advert Details
Directorate: Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Remuneration: Successful candidate will receive an E.P.W.P Stipend in line with the E.P.W.P framework, depending on qualification
Closing Date: 25 March 2026 at 13:00
Enquiries: Ms. G Gillion Tel: 028-3121475 (between 08:00 and 16:30 only)

Minimum requirements:
• Grade 12
• Computer literate

Key Performance Areas:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Provide assistance to the Collection Manager of the Museum and the governing body of the Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Undertake duties related to the core function of the Museum Service, including collection management duties and documentation of collections. This includes: Completion of an accurate inventory of the complete museum collection, of all artefacts on display and in storage
Cross-checking the inventory with the accession register/s
Data-capturing
Complete the cataloguing of the collection
Perform other duties as required by collection manager. This includes:
The digitization of the collection, photographing and scanning artefacts.
Provide weekly and/or monthly progress reports to the collections Manager.

Competencies/skills:
Good written and verbal communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
Experience in administration
Good planning and organisational skills.

Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will receive further correspondence. Old Harbour Museum reserves the right not to make an appointment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail themselves at a time and date set by the Governing Body for an interview. Applications must include a current CV together with certified copies of ID and academic qualifications.

Only fully completed application forms with certified copies of qualifications, certificates and identity documents will be considered.
Old Harbour Museum is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Applications are to be submitted on fully completed Z83 forms obtainable from the museum clearly indicating the position being applied for and reference number. To be handed in at reception – Whale House Museum Hermanus marked for attention Ms. A Marthinus – Museum Manager

Applications not received on or before the closing date as well as faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Candidates who have not been contacted by 1 April 2026 must consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Ms. ATTWELLTHEA MARTHINUS, MUSEUM MANGER, Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus, 67 Marine Drive, 7200

20/03/2026

OPEN VACANCY: Heritage Tourism
Advert Summary: Internal and External advertisement
EPWP Participant: Cultural and Heritage Tourism Project x3
Recruiter: Old Harbour Museum Hermanus, Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
REF: March 2026_EPWP_Heritage Tourism Old Harbour Museum Hermanus
EPWP Contract Post: 12 months

Advert Details:
Directorate: Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Remuneration: Successful candidate will receive an E.P.W.P Stipend in line with the E.P.W.P framework, depending on qualification.
Closing Date: 25 March 2026 at 13:00
Enquiries: Ms. G Gillion Tel: 028-3121475 (between 08:00 and 16:30 only)

Minimum requirements:
Computer literate
Matric / Equivalent qualification

Key Performance Areas:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Provide assistance to the Manager of the Museum and the governing body of the Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Guiding visitors around the museum
Reception duties
Assisting in organising events
Responsible for outreach and Public Programs
Administrative duties

Competencies/skills:
• Good written and verbal communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
• Experience in administration
• Good planning and organisational skills.

Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will receive further correspondence. Old Harbour Museum reserves the right not to make an appointment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail themselves at a time and date set by the Governing Body for an interview. Applications must include a current CV together with certified copies of ID and academic qualifications.

Only fully completed application forms with certified copies of qualifications, certificates and identity documents will be considered.
Old Harbour Museum is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Applications are to be submitted on fully completed Z83 forms obtainable from the museum clearly indicating the position being applied for and reference number. To be handed in at reception – Whale House Museum Hermanus marked for attention Ms. A Marthinus – Museum Manager

Applications not received on or before the closing date as well as faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Candidates who have not been contacted by 1 April 2026 must consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Ms. ATTWELLTHEA MARTHINUS, MUSEUM MANGER, Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus, 67 Marine Drive, 7200

20/03/2026

OPEN VACANCY: Maintenance
Advert Summary: Internal and External advertisement
EPWP Participant: Maintenance of Museum Structure & Grounds x3
Recruiter: Old Harbour Museum Hermanus, Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
REF: March 2026_EPWP_Maintenance Old Harbour Museum Hermanus
EPWP Contract Post: 12 Months period

Advert Details
Directorate: Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus
Remuneration: Successful candidate will receive an E.P.W.P Stipend in line with the E.P.W.P framework, depending on qualification.
Closing Date: 25 March 2026 at 13:00
Enquiries: Ms. G Gillion Tel: 028-3121475 (between 08:00 and 16:30 only)

Minimum requirements:
• Grade 9 or higher
• Maintenance Background(compulsory)

Key Performance Areas:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Maintenance and/of restoration of historic buildings
• Responsible for inspections and general maintenance
• Assist with tasks as required by Manager
• Responsible for stock take of equipment
• Answer enquiries regarding museum gardens and buildings

Competencies/skills:
• Good written and verbal communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
• Experience in maintenance
• Good planning and organisational skills.

Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will receive further correspondence. Old Harbour Museum reserves the right not to make an appointment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail themselves at a time and date set by the Governing Body for an interview. Applications must include a current CV together with certified copies of ID and academic qualifications.

Only fully completed application forms with certified copies of qualifications, certificates and identity documents will be considered.
Old Harbour Museum is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Applications are to be submitted on fully completed Z83 forms obtainable from the museum clearly indicating the position being applied for and reference number. To be handed in at reception – Whale House Museum Hermanus marked for attention Ms. A Marthinus – Museum Manager

Applications not received on or before the closing date as well as faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Candidates who have not been contacted by 1 April 2026 must consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Ms. ATTWELLTHEA MARTHINUS, MUSEUM MANGER, Old Harbour Museum, Hermanus, 67 Marine Drive, 7200

19/03/2026

Our Museums Are Getting a Fresh New Look!

We’re excited to share all the wonderful improvements happening across the Old Harbour Museum, Whale House, and De Wet’s Huis Photo Museum. From new welcome boards and upgraded spaces to cleaner layouts and fresh paint, everything is being done to create a better, brighter experience for our visitors and community.

A heartfelt thank you to the Friends of the Old Harbour Museum Committee for all your committed hard work. Your dedication truly helps us protect and uplift the heritage we share.

Here’s to a bright and inspiring year ahead!

16/03/2026

We are excited to welcome our new Yeboneers, Liyema and Lisemi, who started their first official day at the Old Harbour Museum on Friday, 13 March! 🎉

Their morning began with guided tours through all our museum sites, led by our dedicated staff, Kgotso and Richard, who introduced them to the history and inner workings of our heritage spaces.

Later in the day, they joined Sonja and Zimkhitha on an outreach visit to the Enlighten Education Trust Aftercare Centre. Together, they presented the National Symbols Programme, with a special focus on South Africa’s beautiful national flower — the King Protea.

The Yeboneers already have lovely stories to share from their first day:
💬 Lisemi: “I liked it when Sonja shouted, ‘10 seconds left!’ and the kids would rush to finish the last bit of their activities.”
💬 Liyema: “It was so cute how they put their hands up and under the table when the time was up.”

Their enthusiasm, warmth, and eagerness to learn made their first day truly special. We’re thrilled to have them as part of the Museum team and look forward to all they will bring to our community! 🤝✨

06/03/2026

A wonderful month of learning, creativity, and community!
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Our outreach and educational sessions brought local learners together for fun activities, teamwork, and hands‑on history moments.

Thank you to every school, partner, and learner who joined us, here’s to many more inspiring sessions ahead!