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UMALUSI
 
RESEARCHER (2 POSITIONS)
Reference Number: 3/1/2/1/2021/07
 
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Requirements
  • A recognised Honours Degree or equivalent qualification in education or a related field.
  • A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
  • At least 5 years’ appropriate experience in curriculum and/or assessment research
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of education policies relating to qualifications, curriculum and assessment.
  • Excellent writing skills. A dynamic, self-motivated and self–managing individual with high levels of initiative.
  • A good team worker who also has the ability to work on his/her own. A valid driver’s license is required.
  • High levels of insight into and knowledge of education, and in particular the South African education system and education policies.
  • Must be able to identify and raise issues in education and training especially within Umalusi’s constituency which is schooling, vocational and adult education and training on NQF 1-4.
  • Must be able to conceptualize and conduct credible research; and write up research findings in a manner that will stand up to scrutiny.
  • Ability to work under pressure is a pre-requisite.
  • Proficient in computer skills and in particular with Microsoft Office Suite.
 
 
Duties
  • Provide research-based strategic support to the organisation. Conduct research for Umalusi in agreed priority areas.
  • Lead research initiatives with teams, contracted researchers and independently.
  • Support operational units of Umalusi by integrating researched findings and approaches into the work.
  • Lead the conceptualisation and theoretical framing of quantitative research initiatives in particular.
  • Write concept notes, research reports and position papers where needed. Present research findings both within the organisation and at public events.
  • Conceptualize and coordinate seminars, colloquiums and conferences hosted by Umalusi. Carry out any other research related assignments assigned by the organisation.
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Notes
Enquiries: Mr Tumisho Manaka at Tumisho.manaka@umalusi.org.za.
 
Applications may be submitted through the e-recruitment system on the Umalusi website or Email: recruitment@umalusi.org.za.
 
Failure to provide sufficient information on the application will result in your application being disqualified. 
 
Closing Date: 11 June 2021. 
 
Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
 
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
 
Persons who have already applied previously need not to reapply as their applications will considered. Umalusi reserves the right not to fill this position.
 
Salary (per annum): R 733,257
 
Closing Date: 2021-06-11