Introduction The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". Duties & Responsibilities “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO Job Description: The Strategic Research Support Unit supports the University’s researchers and strengthens the research network and collaborations. The unit also Manages excellence programmes such as the National Research Foundation (NRF)'s South African Research Chairs (SARChl) initiative, and the DSTI/NRF Centres of Excellence (CoEs). Responsibilities: Identification of external funding opportunities.Management of NRF South African Research Chairs (SARChl) Initiative Applications and related processes.Management of DSTI/NRF Centres of Excellence (CoEs) and related processes.Coordination of processes related to the university's Research Centres and Institutes.Coordination of activities related to senate sub-committees, including the University Research Committee (URC).Screening of proposals for completeness and adherence to the criteria of the CallManagement of the calls for funding proposalsLiaising with external stakeholders such as funders.Arrange briefing sessions focusing on various SARChI Chair and CoE activities.To manage the pre – award and post–award funding processes.Proper analyses on data received from funding applications.Integrated reporting on various sub – programme that the incumbent will be responsible for. Desired Experience & Qualification Degree or any relevant qualification (NQF 7).Three (3) to five (5) years’ proven working experience in Research Administration.Three (3) to five (5) years’ proven working experience in grant management, such as NRF systems, Wellcome Trust, and MRC.Proven report writing skills.Proven project management and stakeholder management skills. Recommendations: A Postgraduate degree qualification will be an added advantage.Strong experience in the Higher Education Sector.Must be proficient with computer literacy. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms. Nthabiseng Nhlapo (Director: Strategic Research Support) on Tel: (011) 559 Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr. Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 1531
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