Job Title: Research Officer, Children's Institute
Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline: January 13, 2025
Requirements for the Job: Masters degree in public health, health sciences, psychology, social sciences or related discipline Fluency in at least one additional South African language Demonstrable experience in conducting primary and secondary research Evidence of prior research publications and presentations at scientific conferences, including as lead author, suitable to career stage At least 3 years of non-degree related experience conducting social sciences or health research in low-resource settings, including field work with vulnerable groups Demonstrable knowledge and/or experience in any of the following areas: maternal and child health, early childhood development, childhood disability, children's participation (voice and agency), social sciences, violence against women and children, health systems and policy, implementation science, public health Some experience in teaching and training at university, practitioner development, or community levels Strong verbal and written communication skills The ability to work both independently and as part of multi- and/or interdisciplinary research teams An uncompromising attitude to meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality and a high level of honesty and integrity in managing research data Experience in project management, including management of project funds and staff The following will be advantageous: Experience in developing research policy briefs and other similar communication materials Experience in teaching/training and/or postgraduate supervision Management of research grants including reporting to funders Previous experience with international, multi-partner research collaborations Experience in using research evidence to influence policy and practice Driver's licence Responsibilities: Carry out and lead/co-lead research projects linked to the CI's mission and the core interdisciplinary research focus areas for the unit Assist in the identification of research funding opportunities, development of grant proposals and reporting to funders, with support from the CI director and senior research staff Quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, including fieldwork, data management and analysis Translate research findings into journal articles, presentations, research/policy briefs, training materials, technical submissions or publications, including for the South African Child Gauge Assist with organising and facilitating workshops and other dissemination and engagement activities Contribute to teaching through student supervision, seminars and support with courses/workshops/training offered by the Unit Assist with supervision and mentorship of more junior staff, interns and students Work with the PIs and administrators to ensure the smooth running of research tasks Participate in CI organisational administrative and strategic processes Travel to conduct field work or attend collaboration and dissemination meetings and/or conferences
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