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Senior Practitioner : Research

South African Qualifications AuthorityZA

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Job title : Senior Practitioner : Research

Job Location : South Africa,

Deadline : October 30, 2025

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Minimum Qualifications

An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 in a disciplinary field such as Social Sciences / Education Research / Education Policy / or equivalent

A relevant NQF Level 8 qualification in one of these disciplinary fields would be an advantage.

Minimum Experience

Three years’ experience in conducting, reporting on, and managing research.

Experience and knowledge of the NQF would be an advantage.

Knowledge, skills and competencies

Research skills.

Ability to analyse, synthesize and manage large amounts of information.

Ability to manage and work in research teams.

Ability to manage change.

Project and time management skills.

Report and paper writing skills.

Ability to write for and communicate with NQF stakeholders.

Skills for policy critique.

Facilitation and presentation skills.

Knowledge of research events.

Research administration and procurement skills.

Attention to detail.

Key performance areas :

Ensure research ethics and alignment to SAQA strategy in areas of responsibility.

Contribute to conceptualising, conducting, managing and reporting on research supporting SAQA and NQF implementation and further development.

Contribute to NQF research publications.

Contribute to conceptualising and realisation of NQF research events.

Contribute to the integration of research and NQF policy development, critique, and implementation.

Contribute to research funding proposals.

Contribute to SAQA engagements nationally and internationally around NQF research and policy development and implementation.

Contribute to the professional development of staff, including mentoring staff in specific specialised tasks.

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