Director: University Research Support and Policy Development

2 weeks ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Department of Higher Education and Training Full time
Job title : Director: University Research Support and Policy DevelopmentJob Location : Gauteng, PretoriaDeadline : March 17, 2025Quick Recommended Links
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REQUIREMENTS :

  • An appropriate bachelor's degree/advanced diploma (NQF Level 7) in Policy Development or related qualification. A postgraduate qualification in policy development or equivalent in the relevant field would be an added advantage.
  • A minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant work experience in the post- school education and training sector and relevant management experience with five years' experience at middle/senior managerial level. Excellent knowledge of the legislative and policy context of the higher education system is required.
  • The candidate must also understand the policy development process and have been involved in the development of policies for the higher education sector. The candidate must have a deep understanding of the research output and creative and innovation output policies and an appreciation of the importance of quality research and processes for the dissemination of knowledge products and patents.
  • The candidate must be able to lead teams to monitor systems, undertake evaluation and policy development tasks, and be able to work innovatively and flexibly across diverse higher education contexts. The ability to interact effectively and communicate with the leadership of the Higher Education system and other relevant stakeholders is a requirement.
  • The ability to work competently with MS Suites such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. is required. Good knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management (PFMA) and public sector budgeting would be a distinct advantage. A valid driver's license.  

DUTIES :

  • The scope of this position will include management of a team of professionals; development and review of policies for various areas of HE; engagement with relevant higher education research to inform policy development for the sector;
  • liaison with universities and higher education stakeholders regarding policy development and implementation, and related development support; implementation of the Research Output Policy and the Creative and Innovation Outputs Policy, and the management of the evaluation of products for the purposes of subsidy; monitor the quality of outputs across public higher education institutions and support quality improvement in research production;
  • oversight of the management and implementation of the Higher Education HIV and AIDS (HEAIDS) programme; policy development and coordination for the internationalization of the South African higher education system; secretariat for the Department's engagements and partnerships within BRICS including, the BRICS Think Tanks Council, the BRICS Academic Forum and BRICS Network University; oversight of the South African Brics Think Tank. 
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