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DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION 
 
The Department of Science and Innovation is an affirmative action employer, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these positions. 
 
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Director: Human Resources, Private Bag X894, Pretoria, 0001, or hand-deliver it to the Department at Building 53, CSIR Campus, Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria. (Applicants must bring their ID/driver's licence/passport to get access to the department.) 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 February 2020 
 
 
NOTE : Applications must be accompanied by a signed Z83 application for employment form and up-to-date curriculum vitae (including three contactable referees) as well as recently certified copies of all qualifications and the applicant's identity document. It is the responsibility of applicants to have any foreign qualifications verified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Evaluation by SAQA should accompany all foreign qualifications. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates, who will be interviewed on a date and at a time specified by the department. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks while confirmation of permanent appointment will be subject to the applicant receiving a positive security clearance. 
 
 
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POST 03/224 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: AFRICA MULTILATERAL COOPERATION 
(One-Year Contract) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE : Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Three-year national diploma or bachelor’s degree in international relations, public administration or a science qualification. Two to three years’ working experience in an international science and technology-oriented environment. Good understanding of the impact of science, technology and Innovation (STI) on economic development and the National System of Innovation. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills and computer literacy. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Basic understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, scientific research and international science and technology institutions, actors and systems. Knowledge of African- European Union (EU) geo-political dynamics. The successful candidate will be expected to have administration, research and development and sound project management skills. Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Establish and maintain internal and external networks and work under pressure. Be creative and show initiative. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and coordinate South Africa’s participation in Africa-EU projects. Mobilise programme owners and funding partners to promote the coordination of Africa-EU research cooperation and funding instruments/mechanisms to support global challenges. Monitor and analyse Africa-EU partnerships in STI development and ensure progress and compliance in their financial management. 
 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Tshiamo Letswalo Tel No: (012) 843 6675