Company Overview

The Ndere Cultural Centre is Uganda’s premier cultural hub and performance venue, located across a lush 9-acre property in Ntinda-Kisaasi, Kampala. Founded in 1986 by Stephen Rwangyezi, it serves as the home of the world-renowned Ndere Troupe, showcasing the traditional music, high-energy dance, drumming, and storytelling of over 56 distinct Ugandan ethnic tribes.

Role Context

The Stage Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of stage production and performance coordination at the Ndere Cultural Centre. This role requires a dynamic individual with a passion for the arts and a strong ability to manage complex logistical and creative elements.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating rehearsals and performances.
• Managing stage crew and technical staff.
• Ensuring smooth transitions between acts.
• Liaising with performers, directors, and venue management.
• Overseeing stage setup, lighting, and sound.
• Maintaining stage safety and order.

Qualifications and Experience

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Proven experience in stage management or a related production role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of theatre production and performance practices.
• A passion for Ugandan culture and performing arts is highly desirable.

• Coordinating rehearsals and performances.
• Managing stage crew and technical staff.
• Ensuring smooth transitions between acts.
• Liaising with performers, directors, and venue management.
• Overseeing stage setup, lighting, and sound.
• Maintaining stage safety and order.

• Stage management
• Production coordination
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Managing multiple tasks
• Knowledge of theatre production
• Knowledge of performance practices

• Proven experience in stage management or a related production role.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of theatre production and performance practices.
• A passion for Ugandan culture and performing arts is highly desirable.