Assistant Director – Research at North West: Department of Community Safety & Transport Management

SALARY : R468 459.00 per annum (SL 9)
REQUIREMENTS: 

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 6/7)qualification in Public Administration/Management/Statistics/Research/Social Science/Economics/Monitoring and Evaluation as recognised by SAQA coupled with three (3) to five (5) years relevant experience in Research or Evaluation within the public service of which two (2) years must be at a Supervisory Level. A valid driver’s license. 

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Understanding of Research methodology. Sound knowledge of Revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans and related policies. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations. 

SKILLS: 

• Good Communication Skills (Verbal and Writing), Good Interpersonal, report writing, Project Management, Presentation, and facilitation skills. Computer Literacy (Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Statistical software such as SPSS). Ability to work under extreme pressure and travel extensively.

DUTIES: 

• Development and implementation of research systems in the Department. Develop and review of the departmental research policy.
• Conduct data analysis and produce reports on implementation of departmental research policy. Coordinating engagements in the planning, conceptualisation and execution of research studies.
• Review, analyse and quality assure research outputs (proposals, fieldwork plans, data collection instruments, research reports to ensure alignment with Terms of Reference, research plans and strategic outcomes.
• Ensure planning and coordination of data collection processes and reporting.
• Participate in relevant Departmental, Provincial and National engagements related to research. Manage human resources.