Senior Research Manager: Africa & BRICS Partnerships

HSRC; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Research Manager to support and coordinate research programmes focused on BRICS, Africa, and the Global South. This role requires a Master's degree in Social Sciences and at least six years of research management experience, including coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Applicants should demonstrate strong planning and coordination skills. The position offers the opportunity to engage with international partners and strengthen research outputs.

Qualifications

• At least six years of experience in research management within a research policy or development environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and coordinating research programmes.
• Proven success in managing internal and externally funded research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide programme-level coordination and management for research initiatives focused on BRICS Africa and the Global South.
• Support the design, planning, and implementation of multidisciplinary research programmes.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with research institutions and policy actors.

Skills

Research management

Coordination skills

Stakeholder engagement

Planning skills

Written communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Sciences

Job description

A leading research institution in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Research Manager to support and coordinate research programmes focused on BRICS, Africa, and the Global South. This role requires a Master's degree in Social Sciences and at least six years of research management experience, including coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Applicants should demonstrate strong planning and coordination skills. The position offers the opportunity to engage with international partners and strengthen research outputs.