Research Project Manager

Requirements

A qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Social Science including Population Studies and Demography Plus 3-5 years’ experience at a junior management level. A Postgraduate qualification in Social Science will be an added advantage. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act. Knowledge and understanding of the Constitution of South Africa. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Statutory Framework. Knowledge and understanding of the Population Policy White Paper. Knowledge and understanding of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population Development. Knowledge and understanding of the POPIA. Knowledge and understanding of ethical frameworks within government. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act programmes. Knowledge and understanding of social development sector policies. Knowledge and understanding of research methodology. Knowledge and understanding of the public management and administration principles. Knowledge and understanding of the National Development Plan including Medium Term Development Plan. Knowledge and understanding of the management strategic plans and budgeting. Knowledge and understanding of the financial prescripts of the public service, costing methodologies and performance management. Competencies needed: Strategic capability and leadership skills. Quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis and interpretation skills. Proposal and research report writing skills. Programme and project management skills. Financial management skills. Policy Analysis and development skills. Information and knowledge management skills. Communication skills. Problem-solving and change management skills. People management and empowerment skills. Stakeholder management skills. Computer literacy, including data analysis software skills. Planning and coordination skills. Presentation and facilitation skills. Risk management skills. Monitoring and evaluation skills. Quality management skills. Attributes: Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure. Innovative and creative. Ability to work in a team and independently. Adaptability. Emotional intelligence. Independent thinker. Cost consciousness. Honesty and integrity. Time Management. Attention to details. Ethical conduct.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the design, development and implementation of research frameworks and methodologies aligned to Population policy priorities and departmental strategic objectives. Manage the implementation of capacity development on population and social development research. Coordinate stakeholder engagement and partnerships on matters of technical support and implementation of programmes. Manage and report on the performance of the sub-directorate in line with the set of regulations and prescripts.

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