Cultural and Merchandising Officer

We are looking for a visionary Cultural and Merchandising Officer to spearhead our strategic initiatives in cultural programming, product merchandising, and heritage promotion.

This dynamic role is integral to advancing the mission of Ti Iantrepriz Social (TILS) by showcasing our handcrafted Sega Tipik instruments and cultural projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and execution of cultural programmes and events
• Oversee sourcing, production and merchandising of traditional Sega Tipik instruments (ravanne, maravanne, triangle)
• Develop strategic partnership with cultural institutions, artists and educators to enhance visibility and impact
• Curate exhibitions and educational events highlighting cultural heritage
• Ensure product quality and manage inventory for crafted instrument
• Support marketing and sales of products
• Participate in pedagogical and other activities

Key Skills

• Good knowledge of Mauritian culture
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Craftsmanship knowledge in traditional instrument making
• Expertise in merchandising, retail strategy, and visual branding
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and merchandising software
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, illustrator)
• Budgeting, negotiation, and customer service

We value proactive individuals who are eager to contribute to our organization’s success.  If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.