We are hiring: JET Executive Manager: Research & Data EcosystemsJET Education Services seeks to appoint an Executive Manager for the Research and Data Ecosystems unit.Location: JohannesburgThe Executive Manager manages the implementation of research-based projects in the education and skills development sector, including a strong focus on data and ecosystems. The main tasks include oversight, leadership, and contribution to research and data ecosystem initiatives, organisation development (implementing the JET business plan, implementing decisions made at the board level), business development, line management of staff, and financial management. The incumbent will report to the CEO.JOB SPECIFICATIONS:Masters or Doctorate in Education or related field10-15 years' experience including large scale research managementExpertise in data ecosystems and related fieldsAcademic track record, including peer reviewed journal articles, chapters and/or booksInternational research networkSenior management experience in the development sectorOversight and management of R&DE divisionHigh level stakeholder liaisonImplementation of programmes and projectsFinancial managementComputer literacyManagement skillsEffective interpersonal and communication skillsKEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:Research:Oversee JET's research portfolioOversight, leadership and contribution to research and data ecosystem initiativesConduct own researchManage and get involved in the delivery of education, research and/or development projectsLead the design of research and education development projectsProvide technical assistance and advice to clients and projectsOrganisational Development:Contribute to the JET business plan that is in line with strategyImplement JET's strategic and business plansContribute towards team leadershipPromotion of good working environmentAttend JMC and report on division activitiesPrepares quarterly Board reportsBusiness Development:Ensure positive marketing of the organisation to internal and external clients.Develop and assist with proposal writing (reactive and proactive work) as requiredEnsure that the Division has sufficient project work to meet the set recoveries for the yearLine Management of Staff:Management of the human resources elements of the staff in the R&DE DivisionResearch guidance and support to staff in the Division and JET overallEnsures that each staff member within the Division has a reasonable workloadMonitors staff's performance regularlyPuts remedial steps and development plans in place where appropriateRecords the above within JET's electronic performance management systemManages the development of staffFinancial Management:Manages the implementation of the business model thus ensuring that staff bill for their time according to the budget and deliverables and making sure that the Divisions meet their financial targets.Plans, reports and accounts for the proportion of recoveries allocated to the DivisionEnsures compliance with financial policies and proceduresManages expenditure and controls the financial position of the DivisionManages project budgets - ±RM 30 per annumSalary: R1 103 980 - R 1 359 266.65 CTC per annumThis is a permanent position. Applicants must have a South African ID or a valid work permit. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to independent relevant reference checks. We encourage previously disadvantaged people to apply.Applications must be done online via this form: https://forms.gle/utK51JUnLanZpk3y7 no later than 19 May 2024, 23h00. Late applications will not be considered.
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