Career Opportunity: Assistant Director of Anthropological & Genealogical Services at the Department of Traditional Affairs
- Position: Assistant Director: Anthropological & Genealogical Services Researcher
- Reference Number: 2024/01
- Location: Pretoria
- Salary: R424,104 per annum
The Department of Traditional Affairs is currently seeking a qualified individual for the role of Assistant Director in Anthropological & Genealogical Services. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research in the field of traditional affairs, particularly relating to traditional and Khoi-San communities and leadership.
Key Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Anthropology, Political Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field at NQF level 7.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in conducting social science research in public or private sector institutions.
- Proficiency in social science research software packages for data analysis, such as SPSS, Stata, R, and Nvivo.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Core competencies required include project management, problem-solving, planning and organizing, client orientation, customer focus, research and analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.
- Technical competencies include anthropological or historical research skills, report writing, qualitative and quantitative research presentation skills, and computer literacy.
- A postgraduate degree or research experience related to traditional and Khoi-San leadership and communities will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitating the development and review of the Traditional Affairs Research Agenda.
- Conducting comprehensive research on issues relevant to the traditional affairs sector, including traditional and Khoi-San communities and leadership.
- Utilizing various social science research software for data analysis.
- Producing and presenting research reports to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Writing concise study briefs tailored for non-research audiences.
- Facilitating and monitoring the implementation of research recommendations by different stakeholders.
Application and Enquiries For further information and technical enquiries, interested candidates can contact Ms. W Khuzwayo at Tel No: (012) 336 5835. This role represents a remarkable opportunity for professionals in the field of social science research, offering a chance to make significant contributions to the understanding and preservation of South Africa’s rich traditional heritage.
