COUNCIL ON HIGHER EDUCATION (CHE) The South African Council on Higher Education (CHE) is an independent statutory body established by the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997, as amended). As the Quality Council for Higher Education in terms of the National Qualifications Framework Act (Act No 67 of 2008, as amended) it advises the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation on all higher education issues and is responsible for quality assurance and promotion through the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC). The Research, Monitoring and Advice Directorate is responsible for conducting research pertaining to higher education broadly to inform policy advice to the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, in accordance with the advisory mandate of the CHE; and to provide data and information for monitoring developments in higher education. The CHE is mandated to regularly publish the information on developments in higher education for the benefit of stakeholders. The Directorate furthermore organises research conferences and convenes research colloquia, seminars, and symposia on themes of interest to the higher education sector. Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the following positions: RESEARCHER X 2 POSITIONS (1 YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT) RESEARCH, MONITORING AND ADVICE TOTAL COST OF EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE R549 942 – R610 355 PA The CHE seeks persons with appropriate experience and expertise to be appointed to the two researcher positions on 1 year fixed-term contracts. The successful candidates will be reporting to the Director: Research, Monitoring and Advice.
Minimum requirements ▪ Master’s degree preferably in Education, or other closely related Humanities and Social Science subject areas. A doctorate degree in similar subject areas would be an added advantage. ▪ Five (5) years’ demonstrable experience with the conceptualisation of research projects, and with conducting desktop and/or empirical research. ▪ Two (2) peer-reviewed journal or book chapter publications. ▪ Two (2) conference/colloquium/seminar presentations. ▪ Understanding of the higher education policy and legislative frameworks. ▪ Project management skills. ▪ Proficiency in computer skills, including the use of statistical data analysis packages. Competencies ▪ Academic writing ▪ Attention to detail ▪ Conceptual thinking ▪ Critical analysis ▪ Deadline conscious ▪ Education or Social Science/Humanities research methods ▪ Planning and organising ▪ Problem solving ▪ Qualitative research ▪ Quantitative research ▪ Research ethics APPLICATION PROCEDURES To apply please submit a completed job application form available from the CHE website (www.che.ac.za/vacancies) , a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and certified copies of qualifications accompanied by a detailed motivation regarding your suitability for the position, as well as how you meet each of the stipulated requirements. The names and contact numbers of three (3) work-related referees should be provided. Applications not on the prescribed application form and submitted without the certified copies attached, will not be considered. Applications must be forwarded to Affirmative Portfolios, for attention Sacha Meyerson via e-mail to recruitment@affirm.co.za by fax to 086 605 8361 or hand delivered to La Rocca Office park Block E 14 Petunia Road, Bryanston. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo psychometric tests and competency assessments to determine their suitability for employment. Further details pertaining to conditions of service, including remuneration, are available fromMashiane.m@che.ac.za. Enquiries about technical aspects of the researcher positions should be directed to Saidi.A@che.ac.za. The CHE is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve its equity objectives. Therefore, people from designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Closing date: 19 April 2021 No late applications will be considered.
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