Junior Researcher

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Wits University Full time

Brief Description

GCRO is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Junior Researcher (equivalent to Junior Lecturer) to the Inclusive Economies Research Programme (IERP) who will:

Contribute to the development of a comprehensive Inclusive Economies Research Programme. Participate as a GCRO IERP team member to support the implementation of the programme’s defined research projects. Organise regular meetings with IERP stakeholders to maintain regular contact. Draft meeting minutes and reports on the progress of the IERP. Assist with drafting of terms of references and assist with the management of short term appointments (on a consultancy basis) to supplement existing capacity and/or address urgent research needs. Contribute to analysis, research and quantitative and qualitative surveys on inclusive economic development. Work in collaboration with a range of research entities, locally and internationally, in pursuit of the programme’s objectives. Participate in the effective dissemination of the team’s output to stakeholders and society. Undertake academic research and publish in academic journals or books.
We are looking for (selection criteria):

Applicants with a Master's qualification, or in exceptional cases an Honour’s with considerable relevant experience and evidence of progress towards attaining a Master’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Urban Planning and/or related fields. A candidate with some applied work experience in research in inclusive economic development, regional economic development and/or related disciplines. Evidence of an appropriate mix of peer reviewed scholarly output and other research outputs. A candidate with qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills will be at an advantage. Ability to engage with a wide range of academic, research, government and civil society stakeholders. Applicants must have good communication and presentation skills.  
A Junior Researcher is broadly equivalent to a university Junior Lecturer and a competitive remuneration package at the level of a Junior Lecturer is available. The successful candidate will be given a five year contract, renewable.

If you have any further queries, please address them to: The Executive Director, GCRO, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050 or e- mailed to .

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