Researcher – Policy Development and Analysis

Requirements are: 

Minimum Qualifications 

• An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 8 or equivalent. 
• A relevant NQF Level 9 qualification will be an advantage. 

Minimum Experience 

• Five years’ relevant work experience in research, policy analysis and development. 
• Exposure to, and experience in, the field of education, training and development will be an advantage. 

Knowledge, skills and competencies 

• Research skills and professionalism. 
• Ability to analyse and synthesize information in general, and specifically, research, legislation and policy. 
• Strong writing skills. 
• Ability to present to, engage with, and influence, diverse NQF stakeholder groups. 
• Knowledge and project management skills. Resilience, attention to detail, and sound judgement. 
• Good knowledge of the legislative and regulatory environment in the education, training and development sector. 

Key performance areas: 

• Lead NQF policy development, analysis, and critiques. 
• Ensure research ethics and alignment to SAQA’s strategy within areas of responsibility. 
• Contribute to conceptualising, conducting, managing and reporting on research that supports NQF policy development, implementation and analysis. 
• Contribute to NQF research publications. 
• Contribute to conceptualising and realising NQF research events. 
• Contribute to research funding proposals. 
• Compliance with the relevant SAQA policies and procedures. 
• Share and engage nationally and internationally with researchers and NQF stakeholders around NQF policy development and implementation. 
• Lead or co-lead the professional development of staff, including mentoring staff in specific specialised tasks.