COMMISSION FOR GENDER EQUALITY (CGE)
 
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is an Independent and statutory body established in terms of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (1996). The CGE is committed to a society free from gender oppression and all forms of inequality. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTORS: POLICY & RESEARCH X 3
Level 9 Salary Package: R401 739.43 
Centre:  Head Office- Johannesburg
 
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Requirements: A Master of Arts (MA) Degree qualification in the Social Sciences or any other behavioral sciences qualifications is a basic requirement. A minimum of three years demonstrable research work experience on gender related issues and a demonstrable professional report writing experience with a publications record is a key requirement. Possession of a valid driver’s license is essential. Ability to work individually and as part of a team is crucial, including readiness to travel extensively throughout the country to conduct research work.
 
 Competencies required: Sound knowledge of gender issues and familiarity with the mandate and the work of the CGE. Project management skills; analysis skills; typing skills; research field and data gathering skills; computer literacy & demonstrable knowledge and experience in the use of relevant social science data gathering and research methodologies.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including research report writing and presentation skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to speak at least one African language will be an added advantage. 
 
 
Duties: Conduct research work, including research data gathering through project field work; conceptualisation of research projects and other research related activities; participation in the implementation of the Research Department’s Annual Plan of Action; Carrying out activities and function related to the administration and conducting of the Research Department projects; Participation in various departmental  activities, including workshops and seminars to make presentations on research findings; contributing to public debates on gender related issues, including making inputs into internal and external policy processes on gender related issues as and when necessary. Liaise with CGE stakeholders. Perform other activities related to the work of the Research Department as assigned by the Head of Department.
 

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Please submit the following: Letter of Motivation, submit a detailed CV with Certified copies of ID and academic qualifications; Provide the full names of three contactable Referees with full contact details (telephone details & e-mail addresses).
 
Applications must be e-mailed to faith@lenohlahla.co.za   or info@lenohlahla.co.za
 
If you do not receive correspondence from the CGE within a period of a month after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date. Applicants with a foreign qualification must submit a SAQA evaluation report on the qualification. Background checks will form part of the selection process. Competency assessment tests may be administered to shortlisted candidates as part of the selection process. The CGE reserves the right not to fill these advertised positions. The CGE fully subscribes to the principles of Employment Equity and these principles will be applied in the appointment for these positions:    
 
Closing date and time: 02 December 2021 at 17:00
 
No late submissions will be considered.