Current jobs related to Research Impact Executive Leader - Cape Town, Western Cape - HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council)


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) Full time

    About CeSTIIThe Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (CeSTII) is a leading research centre within the Human Sciences Research Council focused on producing policy-relevant indicators and statistical analysis in the domain of science, technology and innovation (STI). Our mission is to be a thought leader for STI measurement, with a growing...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesThe Research Director will be responsible for:• Formulating targeted research proposals and securing funding on a sustainable basis• Implementing and managing high-quality, large-scale, long-term research studies with a focus on social impact• Delivering high-quality results and reports to budget and deadline• Managing the...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) Full time

    Job DescriptionCeSTII seeks to appoint a Research Director on a permanent contract based in Cape Town. The incumbent must have a PhD and extensive knowledge of policy-relevant research experience in Science, Technology and Innovation measurement.The Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (CeSTII) is a specialist research centre within the...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Alignerr Full time

    Job Description:Alignerr is seeking a Social Impact Professional to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to the research unit in developing and implementing social impact initiatives that promote the interests of union members.The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree in a relevant field and at least...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Impact Full time

    About Us">Impact is a global leader in partnership automation, serving innovative brands like Ticketmaster, Levi's, Microsoft, Airbnb, and Uber. Our mission is to empower businesses to thrive in the digital landscape by providing innovative solutions for partnership automation.">Your Responsibilities">As a Partnership Automation Specialist, you will be...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) Full time

    BenefitsThe Human Sciences Research Council offers attractive market-related packages depending on qualifications and experience. The HSRC is committed to accelerating the improvement in the proportion of its staff complement who are SA Citizens, black, female or disabled. We believe in the importance of teamwork, inclusive diversity, shared learning,...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Network Finance. Full time

    Reference: NFP013981-SHb-1 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as the Head of Research and Development Actuary. In this role, you will lead our Research and Development (R&D) team, driving innovation and excellence in actuarial methodologies and practices. Duties & Responsibilities If you are a dynamic leader with a...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa @home - The homeware store Full time

    Senior Product Designer @ HomeThe ideal candidate for this role will be a seasoned product designer with 6+ years of experience in designing end-to-end products, preferably for web and mobile apps. They will have a strong portfolio that showcases their expertise in UI-driven product execution, design systems, and user research.We are looking for a talented...

  • Research Director

    12 hours ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC Full time

    Job title : Research DirectorJob Location : Western Cape, Cape TownDeadline : April 11, 2025Quick Recommended LinksJobs by Location Job by industries Key Requirements:A PhD in STI measurement or in a related field such as innovation studies or economics. At least ten (10) years of research and management experience, in a research institution or a...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa NewForesight Consultancy Full time

    Agricultural Impact Analyst Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Agricultural Impact Analyst to join our team. As a key member of our data-driven service offering, you will play a crucial role in achieving sustainability transitions in global agricultural sectors.About the PositionThis role involves working with our data-driven service offering to...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa buffaloex. Full time

    Job Overview:We are seeking a highly organized and creative Marketing Team Leader to support our marketing department in executing primary and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will assist in implementing marketing strategies, conducting market research, organizing campaigns, and maintaining promotional materials.


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Impact Full time

    About Us: At impact.com, our culture is our soul. We are passionate about our people and technology and are obsessed with customer success. Working together enables us to grow rapidly, win, and serve the largest brands in the world. We use cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems for our clients and continue to pull ahead of the pack as the...

  • Head of Impact

    4 weeks ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Reach52 Pte. Ltd Full time

    Director / Head, Impact 52% of the world can't access essential healthcare: we're a business that does something about it. Join us. reach52 is dedicated to reaching the 52% of the world without access to essential healthcare. The social-business model started by training health workers to run data-driven public health campaigns (funded by donors and B2B...

  • Data Science Leader

    9 hours ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Impact Full time

    Company OverviewImpact.com is a leading partnership management platform that enables businesses to create, manage, and scale an ecosystem of partnerships with trusted brands and communities. Our mission is to drive revenue growth for global enterprise brands through cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.Your RoleWe are seeking a talented Senior...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Di O Rara Personnel Full time

    As a key member of the Di O Rara Personnel team, the Sales Director will play a pivotal role in driving business growth by serving as the primary point of contact for clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, sales acumen, and a deep understanding of market research methodologies.This role requires effective...

  • Marketing Research

    3 days ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa marcus evans Group Full time

    marcus Evans, founded in 1983, is a global business intelligence and event marketing company, with 49 offices in 20+ countries. Headquartered in the UK, we are rated in the top 20 UK companies for work/life balance.Working across all industry sectors, our Summits, Conferences, and Online Events brands deliver innovative high-level content, networking, and...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Yellosa Full time

    We are seeking a visionary leader to serve as our Executive Creative Director. In this role, you will be responsible for steering our creative vision and leading a talented team of designers, content specialists, and creative professionals.Your key responsibilities will include developing and implementing a bold, innovative creative strategy that...

  • Industrial Researcher

    9 hours ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Alignerr Full time

    Alignerr seeks a skilled professional to join its team as an Industrial Researcher. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social sciences, economics, or a related field, and at least three years of experience in human rights and public policy.The successful candidate will provide support to Alignerr's research unit, collecting and analyzing...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa @home - The homeware store Full time

    The @home - The homeware store is looking for a talented Senior Product Designer to lead the design of our omni-commerce platforms. As a key member of our Experience Design team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping seamless, high-impact digital experiences that solve real-world challenges.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a seasoned product designer with 6+...

  • CX Research Analyst

    2 hours ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Sanlam Full time

    Who are we?Sanlam Fintech is a newly established digital first business within the Sanlam Group on a mission to democratise financial advice and solutions for everyone across the African continent. We exist to pioneer inclusive financial confidence helping people build strong foundations to bridge the gap in generational wealth. Our culture is that of...

Research Impact Executive Leader

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) Full time

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the HSRC seeks a qualified executive leader, academic and scholar, to lead research teams in strategic units and drive impact assessment strategies.

Minimum Requirements
  • A PhD in Social Sciences or related fields.
  • Fifteen years of experience as a senior researcher managing senior research teams with impactful outcomes.
  • At least ten years of experience at a strategic management level in an academic environment.
  • An academic leader with a strong publishing record.
  • Excellent networking skills and experience working with policymakers.
  • Fluency in English.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership for Research Impact.
  • Work with Unit managers to oversee administrative leadership and ensure successful provision of strategic initiatives.
  • Ensure sustainable and impactful research that government and communities can take up through policy improvements.