Additional information: The University of the Witwatersrand is dedicated to advancing knowledge and transforming livesPRICELESS is at the forefront of innovative economic and legal research that informs policy decisions, promotes health equity, and fosters sustainable health systemsIt impacts not only South Africa but also sets a benchmark for global health standardsAre you a pioneering leader ready to shape the future of public health?
Do you have a deep understanding of best buys for health?
Are you committed to researching the social, economic and commercial determinants of health, and supporting universal access to quality health care?
Do you have a passion for driving multidisciplinary innovative research that improves health outcomes for South Africans and beyond?
Are you a thought leader in the field of public health?
The University of the Witwatersrand invites you to apply for the prestigious role of Director of our cutting-edge Health Economics, Decision Science, Law and Policy Research UnitMain purpose of the job: To lead Priceless, both internally and externally, including leading the development and delivery of the Priceless strategyThis Director is responsible for managing the financial health of Priceless through securing funding as well as overseeing the compliant and appropriate management of all financial mattersThe Director is also responsible for building influential stakeholder relationships, managing the governance and stakeholder engagement responsibilities, leading the staff and managing delivery of the Priceless programme and strategyLocation: Wits School of Public Health, Parktown – JohannesburgKey performance areas: Develop and drive the strategy and direction for the Unit that maintains and grows its impact and relevance in the health economics, law and policy environmentLead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of researchers and scholarsDevelop and execute a visionary research agenda that addresses critical health economic and policy challengesCollaborate with governmental bodies, NGOs, and international organizations to influence health policy and practiceSecure funding and manage resources to sustain and expand the Unit's research initiativesMentor the next generation of health economists and policy expertsRequired minimum education and training: PhD or MBBCH Degree or equivalent in Health Economic, Health Law or Public Health, or a related field with an associate professor qualificationRequired minimum work experience: 5 – 10 years' experience working in a senior position in a research environment with areas on expertise in grant funding, stakeholder engagement, strategy development and implementation in a health research environmentDesirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities: Outstanding academic recordSkilled at networking and influencing stakeholders and thought leadersConfident and competent at engaging with the mediaExperienced in working and directing multidisciplinary teamsPractical experience in conducting health research using qualitative and/or quantitative designsResilient and energeticSystematic and quality focusedTactful, respectful, and non-judgmentalGood administrative skillsAble to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesSelf-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of a diverse/multidisciplinary teamAssertive and confidentCollaborative and adaptableAble to lead and manage compliance across the organizationExperienced in development, maintenance and implementation of policies and proceduresExperience in teaching and supervisionTO APPLY: Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.Please note: AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.