Institutional Research Analyst at ADvTECH

The purpose of the job:

• To lead the institutional research portfolio by delivering high-quality data analysis and research insights that guide institutional strategy, academic planning, and operational decision-making. The role integrates internal data, external trends, and policy shifts to support evidence-based management and institutional effectiveness.

Reporting to:

• The candidate will report to the Head Institutional Research

KPA / Main Outputs and Responsibilities for this Position 

• Institutional Research Strategy and Execution
• Design and lead institutional research strategy and plans aligned with CAT and broader institutional priorities
• Identify data needs across academic and administrative units and develop response strategies
• Scope integrated institutional dashboards and performance monitoring tools
• Support evidence-based policy and planning across the institution
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and strategic reporting
• Analytical Intelligence and Data Management
• Conduct internal research focusing on enrolment patterns, admissions, and staff workloads
• Monitor graduate employability, student success, retention, and progression
• Develop predictive models for institutional planning
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data sources used for decision-making
• Guide data collection, analysis, and interpretation standards
• Environmental Scanning and Sector Intelligence
• Scan the education environment for relevant shifts and trends
• Analyse trends in national results (e.g., matric outcomes) and sector reports
• Conduct benchmarking studies against peer institutions
• Translate emerging issues into actionable institutional insight
• Provide foresight on academic and operational risks
• Insight Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
• Prepare and deliver research findings to Leadership, Senate, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Create accessible reports and visualisations for diverse audiences
• Facilitate data-driven workshops with academic and support staff
• Respond to ad hoc data requests from internal stakeholders
• Promote data-informed decision-making across all units

Qualification

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree
• PhD—Advantageous

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years as a Institutional Research/Data Analytics
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Higher Education Research Environment

Competencies:

• Institutional Research Design
• Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
• Strategic Planning Support
• Data Visualisation and Interpretation
• Communication of Research Insights
• Policy and Trend Analysis
• Analytical Thinking
• Strategic Awareness
• Communication Effectiveness
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Initiative

Other Special Requirements:

• Occasional travel between campuses or the central office may be required. 
• Must work extended hours during peak academic calendar/scheduling periods.
• High tolerance for structured, process-driven work.