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Director: Research Services

Mpumalanga Office of the Premier Mpumalanga 5 months ago
Full-time
Research and Development
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MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

Proven experience in designing, managing, and implementing research projects and programmes. Conducting quantitative and qualitative research and applying mixed-methods approaches. Providing strategic leadership in research coordination and evidence-based policy making; managing research partnerships with universities, research institutions think tanks, and other government agencies. Translating research findings into policy advice, reports, and strategic recommendations. P

ublishing and disseminating research outputs to inform policy and planning processes. Research design and project management; excellent report writing and presentation skills, advanced data analysis and interpretation, stakeholder management and collaboration, strategic thinking and innovation.

REQUIREMENTS

An appropriate Bachelor's Degree in Research, Statistics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Economics, Public Administration or Development Studies (NQF Level 7). An Honours, Masters or PHD in Research Methodology, Statistics, and Social Sciences will be an added advantage.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level. Experience in research, policy analysis, or programme evaluation will be an added advantage.