Liaison Officer at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
The National Research Foundation (NRF) seeks to make an appointment for the position of Liaison Officer who will report to the Science Education Manager: SAASTA, within Research, Innovation and Impact Support and Advancement (RIISA) at the business unit SAASTA. This is an Employment Equity position, and preferred candidates would be a male (African, Indian or Coloured).

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaising with SE partners within the clustersAdministration of the database of partners and awareness initiatives for project implementationsAssist in coordination of implementation of projects plans across the clusters
• Participate in clusters meetings, conferences, webinars and workshops
• Provide support to clusters partnersWork on logistics of venues / platforms in the clustersMonitoring of the implementations within the clustersCollect and collate clusters data for uploading on the SEIMS system and reportingAssist the Cluster Coordinator in implementing plans for the project/sAssist the Cluster Coordinator in developing terms of reference for granting and procurementEvaluation of granting and procurement proposalsReconcile contractsProvide technical advice to the potential grant holdersAssist the Cluster Coordinator in development of project business plans and annual performance plansProvide input and information for quarterly reporting Provide technical advice to stakeholdersEngaging with internal and external stakeholders on matters of common interestContinuous monitoring of expenditure to avoid over- or under-expenditureAssist the Cluster Coordinator in compiling project budgetsCollect and distribute data on correct templates for SEIMS, monitoring, and reporting
• Compiling project reports

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelors Degree / Advanced Diploma / NQF 7

Minimum Experience:

• 3-6 years

• Degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in STEM (Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Agricultural Science, Geography, Astronomy/Space Science, Data Science, and Software Engineering)
• 3 years work experienceValid Driver's License

Experience:

• 3 years' experience in science education sector, experience as a teacher or tutor will serve as an advantage
• Experience in science education sector, experience as a teacher or tutor will serve as an advantage

Knowledge:

• Education related policy documents such as CAPS; Green/White Papers; Frameworks and Concepts
• Strategic planning and coordinationStakeholder and network managementResources managementKnowledge of monitoring and evaluation systems and tools

Additional Notes:
Digital literacy skills which include information literacy skills, media literacy skills, and information and communication technology (ICT). Ability to work independently and as part of a [URL Removed] communication and writing [URL Removed] to work under pressure with minimal [URL Removed] NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) is a government mandated research and science development agency established through the National Research Foundation Act (Act No. 23 of 1998). The agency supports and promotes research and human capital development through innovative grant funding and partnerships, the provision of National Research Facilities and science engagement platforms and supporting and promoting public awareness of science to the broader community, in all fields of science and technology, including natural science, engineering, social science and humanities. The South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) is a business unit of the National Research Foundation (NRF) with the mandate to advance public awareness, appreciation and engagement of science, engineering, innovation and technology in South Africa and has been appointed by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation to be the national coordinator for Science Engagement in South Africa.