Research Director : Impact And Evaluation

Hsrc (Human Sciences Research Council); Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de recherche de premier plan cherche un Directeur de Recherche pour mener des initiatives stratégiques d'évaluation et d'impact. Ce poste exige un docteur en statistiques ou une discipline connexe et une solide expérience en recherche, ainsi qu'une capacité prouvée à diriger des équipes et à établir des partenariats. Des responsabilités clés incluent la planification stratégique, la gestion financière, et l'établissement de relations avec des parties prenantes. La position est hybride et basée à Pretoria.

Qualifications

• Doit être citoyen sud-africain.
• 10 ans d'expérience en recherche avec un bon dossier de publications.
• Expérience avec des méthodologies d'évaluation à la fois quantitatives et qualitatives.

Responsibilities

• Développer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies pour le département d'impact et d'évaluation.
• Bâtir des partenariats de recherche nationaux et internationaux.
• Gérer le budget et assurer l'exactitude des données financières.

Skills

Leadership

Evaluation d'impact

Mentorat

Collaboration internationale

Gestion de projet

Collecte de fonds

Education

PhD en statistiques, économie, sciences sociales ou disciplines pertinentes

Job description

Research Director : Impact and Evaluation

Closing Date: 30 June

Reference Number: HSR-1

Job Type: Permanent

Job Title: Research Director : Impact and Evaluation

Business Area: Impact Centre

Department: Impact & Evaluation

Number of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Minimum Education Level: NQF 10 - PhD Degree or equivalent

Application Closing Date: 30 June

Job Category: Management

Summary: The Divisional Executive in the Research Impact Division (RID) within HSRC seeks a qualified Research Director to lead the design and implementation of the impact research strategy, oversee relevant projects, and contribute to peer review standards and publications.

Qualifications and Experience: PhD in statistics, economics, social sciences, or relevant disciplines; 10 years of research experience with scholarly work, mentorship, and supervision; extensive leadership experience including as Principal Investigator; strong publication record, including international publications; proven ability in quantitative and qualitative impact evaluation methodologies; South African by birth; successful fundraising experience and large network building skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning and Leadership: Develop and implement strategy for the Impact and Evaluation unit, monitor KPIs, oversee initiatives, develop policies, and lead a committed team.
2. Delivery of the HSRC Strategic Plan: Build national and international research partnerships, ensure high-quality research outputs, promote impact culture, and facilitate capacity development.
3. Financial Acumen: Lead budget planning, ensure financial data accuracy, and manage financial resources effectively.
4. People Management: Lead and support staff, foster an environment of integrity and ethics, and ensure skills development and retention.
5. Stakeholder Relationships: Foster relationships within HSRC and with external partners, represent HSRC in forums, and engage stakeholders at high levels.

Note: This job posting is active and accepting applications.