HUMAN SCIENCE RESEARCH COUNCIL (HSRC) VACANCIES

HUMAN SCIENCE RESEARCH COUNCIL (HSRC)

SENIOR RESEARCH SPECIALIST/MANAGER

Details
Closing Date 2024/01/19
Reference Number HSR231130-2
Job Type Permanent
Job Title SENIOR RESEARCH SPECIALIST/MANAGER
Business Area Development, Capable and Ethical State - DCES
Department Development, Capable and Ethical State - DCES
Number of Positions 01
Workplace Type Hybrid
Location - Town / City DURBAN/PRETORIA or CAPE TOWN
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level NQF 10 - PhD Degree or equivalent
Application Closing Date 19-Jan-2024
Job Category Education

Job Advert Summary
A developmental, capable and ethical state is not possible without ensuring sustainable human security within South Africa and beyond its borders. In order to work towards a more socially cohesive citizenry and safer and resilient communities, it is necessary to focus on building a “better South Africa, a better Africa and a better world.”
The Vision of DCES is for it to be a national, regional and international hub for transformative research in the interests of a just and equal society.
The Mission of DCES is for it to conduct cutting edge research in the areas of sustainable human security, democracy, governance and citizenship in an engaged manner that focuses on building a better life for all.

Minimum Requirements

A doctorate (PhD) in the social or economic sciences or related disciplines;
An established research career as evidenced by publications. For SRS/M – at least seven (7) peer reviewed publications in accredited academic journals some of which to be first / sole authored coupled with several years’ experience post PhD qualification
Excellent writing skills necessary for publication in internationally accredited peer-reviewed academic journals, and for drafting briefing papers and reports;
Record of raising funds for research.
An interest in one of the priority research areas of DCES will be an advantage;
A sound grounding in research methods, especially quantitative approaches, will be a strong recommendation;
The versatility to apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies to challenging subject matter across disciplinary boundaries will be advantageous
Intellectual and personal integrity, imagination and drive;
A strong user orientation, based on a commitment to social research that makes a difference;

The ability and enthusiasm to engage as a team player in large scale multidisciplinary research projects, to manage research teams, and to mentor and train team members.

Duties & Responsibilities

Conducting high level scholarly research which meets the challenge of peer review, and has both strategic and policy relevance;
Responding to requests for tenders and formulating grant applications;
Managing research teams and large scale long term research projects;
Proposal writing to secure external funds;
Mentor fellow employees and emerging researchers;
Deliver high-quality results and reports to meet set budgets and deadlines;
Network with major users and funders of social science research to understand their research needs;
Communicate research findings through modalities like policy briefs;
Publish in refereed journals;
Build national and international research links; and
Manage staff and build capacity within the division.

Policy
In delivering 'social science that makes a difference' in South Africa and the region, the Research Programmes of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act No.17 of 2008.
The HSRC aims to attract and retain high-calibre skills and human resources necessary to effectively execute both its mandate to conduct research and to support the strategic intent of the organisation.
The HSRC is committed to accelerating the improvement in the proportion of South African Citizens who are black, female, or disabled towards achieving Equity goals.
The HSRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Application from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

CHIEF RESEARCH SPECIALIST/ MANAGER

Details
Closing Date 2024/01/19
Reference Number HSR231130-3
Job Type Permanent
Job Title CHIEF RESEARCH SPECIALIST/ MANAGER
Business Area Development, Capable and Ethical State - DCES
Department Development, Capable and Ethical State - DCES
Number of Positions 03
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Location - Town / City DURBAN/PRETORIA or CAPE TOWN
Location – Province Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level NQF 10 - PhD Degree or equivalent
Application Closing Date: 19-Jan-2024
Job Category: Education

Job Advert Summary
The Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) is a research division within the HSRC that employs a multi-disciplinary group of social scientists who conduct numerous empirical and policy-related studies.
The DCES division is looking to appoint a suitably qualified professional in the position of Chief Research Specialist. This position supports and assists the Divisional Executive and the Strategic Leads in implementing the five-year strategic plan of the HSRC. The Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) division conducts transdisciplinary, intersectional, policy and programme-relevant research. The two over-arching questions that guide the research interventions are:

How to strengthen democracy through transparent governance, accountable leadership and reinvigorated public participation/ civic engagement; and
How to ensure sustainable development through peace, human and social security

A developmental, capable and ethical state is not possible without ensuring peace and sustainable security within South Africa and beyond its borders. In order to work towards a more socially cohesive citizenry and safer and resilient communities, it is necessary to focus on building a “better South Africa, a better Africa and a better world.”
The Vision of DCES is for it to be a national, regional and international hub for transformative research in the interests of a just and equal society.
The Mission of DCES is for it to conduct cutting edge research in the areas of peace, human security, sustainability, democracy, governance and citizenship in an engaged manner that focuses on building a better life for all.

Minimum Requirements
A doctorate (PhD) in the social or economic sciences or related disciplines;
• An established research career as evidenced by publications.
• at least six years’ experience post qualification coupled with 12 or more peer-reviewed publications of which several to be international;
• Excellent writing skills necessary for publication in internationally accredited peer-reviewed academic journals, and for drafting briefing papers and reports;
• Record of raising funds for research. Applicants applying for the CRS/M position should have larger fundraising experience;
• An interest in one of the priority research areas of DCES will be an advantage;
• A sound grounding in research methods, especially quantitative approaches, will be a strong recommendation;
• The versatility to apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies to challenging subject matter across disciplinary boundaries will be advantageous
• Intellectual and personal integrity, imagination and drive;
• A strong user orientation, based on a commitment to social research that makes a difference;
• The ability and enthusiasm to engage as a team player in large-scale multidisciplinary research projects, to manage research teams, and to mentor and train team members
Communicate research findings through modalities like policy briefs;
• Publish in refereed journals;
• Build national and international research links; and
• Manage staff and build capacity within the division

Duties & Responsibilities
Conducting high level scholarly research which meets the challenge of peer review, and has both strategic and policy relevance;
• Responding to requests for tenders and formulating grant applications;
• Managing research teams and large scale long term research projects;
• Proposal writing to secure external funds;
• Mentor fellow employees and emerging researchers;
• Deliver high-quality results and reports to meet set budgets and deadlines;
• Network with major users and funders of social science research to understand their research needs;

Policy
In delivering 'social science that makes a difference' in South Africa and the region, the Research Programmes of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act No.17 of 2008.
The HSRC aims to attract and retain high-calibre skills and human resources necessary to effectively execute both its mandate to conduct research and to support the strategic intent of the organisation.
The HSRC is committed to accelerating the improvement in the proportion of South African Citizens who are black, female, or disabled towards achieving Equity goals.
The HSRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Application from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

YOUTH STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Details
Closing Date 2024/01/12
Reference Number HSR231219-1
Job Type Freelancer
Job Title Youth Steering Committee Members
Business Area Equitable Education and Economics - EEE
Department EEE
Number of Positions 12
Workplace Type Remote
Location - Town / City N/A
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level NQF 7 - Degree or equivalent
Application Closing Date 12-Jan-2024
Job Category Other

Job Advert Summary
The Equitable Education and Economies (EEE) division, at the HSRC, is looking to appoint 12 Youth Steering Committee Members for a period of 5 years to be based in any of the 12 focus countries (Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Romania, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, or Vietnam) of a research programme commencing 1 February 2024. The project for which this appointment is to be made is called U’Good!? and aims to test and further develop relational approaches to wellbeing (RWB); and generate empirical insights into key contemporary challenges to young people’s wellbeing, and how they are addressing these. Through the adoption of a RWB framework, it embraces people-centred, collaborative, and participatory approaches to conducting research, generating insights into how the relational aspect of multiple domains may make contributions to well-being. The programme is structured into four thematic areas that act as entry points for investigations on the wellbeing of Young People: Livelihoods, Climate change, Digitalisation and Mental Health. An important component of the project advisory group is a Youth Steering Committee comprised of 12 young people representing organisations, projects, or communities of young people across the focus countries of the research call. The successful applicants will be appointed on Freelance contracts.

Project advisory group – Youth Steering Committee Members x12 (Freelancers)
Ref. No: U’GOOD-PAG YP-12/2023

Minimum Requirements

Key requirements:

Must be between 18 – 30 years of age.
Resident in any of the 12 focus countries of the research call: Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Romania, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, or Vietnam.
Must have access to a reliable, high-quality, and stable internet.
Must have access to remote conferencing facilities/software such as Zoom.
Must be available to travel to attend a minimum of 3 research project conferences.
Experience in youth and civic engagement work with a willingness to learn.
Some exposure to multi-stakeholder and/or multi-country engagement would be an advantage.
Documented leadership experience.
Writing and presentation skills.
Availability to contribute to the programme over a 5-year period as a freelancer.
Competency in computer programmes such as Word, OneDrive, Excel, PowerPoint.
Proactive with a problem-solving mindset, the ability to multi-task and with great attention to detail.
Willingness to build capacity to work in a multi-cultural context and meet deadlines.
Proficient in English.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Document the process of doing relational research focused on young people.
Provide comment and input reflective of the experiences of young people from your country context.
Support the decision-making process on the Expression of Interest (EOIs) and the selection of funded projects.
Form an important part of the Community of Practice (CoP) and guide its development and activities to remain youth focused.
Provide guidance on priority areas and topics that are youth focused.
Address any knowledge gaps as they might emerge through the research implementation as it pertains to collaboration and partnership building with young people; and
Act as ambassadors for the programme internationally.
Attend CoP events (a minimum of 3 per annum) to be offered in a hybrid (in-person and online) format.
Attend CoP meetings (1 per annum) to be offered in a hybrid (in-person and online) format.
Attend project conferences in person (3 over the course of the programme)

Remuneration for this position will be based on inputs and attendance over the five-year period, as listed below:

CATEGORIES OF PAYMENT – YEAR - AMOUNT

Attendance and input into Advisory meeting - Half Day Meeting (2024-2028) - $150each
Attendance and input into Advisory meeting - Full Day Meeting (2024-2028) - $300 each
Attendance and input at three Project Conferences - 2025-2028 - $750 each
Critical review of mid-term report – 2026 - $300 for 2 days
Critical review of final report – 2028 - $300 for 2 days
Ad hoc tasks - 2025-2028 - $37,5 per hour

APPLICATIONS:
A 1-2 pages cover letter indicating your suitability for the position by highlighting: 1) your experience in Relational Wellbeing (RWB), 2) the contribution you would make towards advancing RWB, and 3) your experience in youth wellbeing.

A detailed CV with a list of publications (if any) and an indication of your country of origin. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a written competency exercise for this position.

Please register and submit your application on-line at https://hsrc.erecruit.co/

Application Instructions:
Candidates can make use of their mobile devices or any browser to register on the Neptune recruitment site, as well as to make application for available vacancies
Candidates will be prompted to upload their CV’s; Please not that currently the system cannot accept multiple, separate, attachments, please ensure that you PDF your C.V and ALL your supporting documents into one file, and attach it when prompted to do so for your C.V document, ensuring that it complies with the file size below;
Attachments must be less than 1MB, there is an on-screen option to resize.

Enquiries (NOT Applications or CVs) may be directed to Dr Angelique Wildschut email awildschut@hsrc.ac.za

Closing date: 12 January 2023.

We encourage applicants to submit their applications prior to the closing date. If you do not receive any response from us within eight weeks, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Only candidates who are interviewed will be advised of the outcome of their application.

The HSRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.

APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Policy
In delivering 'social science that makes a difference' in South Africa and the region, the Research Programmes of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act No.17 of 2008.
The HSRC aims to attract and retain high-calibre skills and human resources necessary to effectively execute both its mandate to conduct research and to support the strategic intent of the organisation.
The HSRC is committed to accelerating the improvement in the proportion of South African Citizens who are black, female, or disabled towards achieving Equity goals.
The HSRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Application from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

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