About the position
Postion Summary:
The NRF seeks to appoint a dynamic and skilled Web Development Specialist to drive the NRF’s digital presence and ensure a world-class online experience for all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Web Development & Project Managementbe responsible for leading the end-to-end development of NRF websites/sub-sites, ensuring alignment with business requirements and the IT technology roadmap
- assume a central role in project management, coordinating tasks, implementation, and timelines for the successful launch of new web projects, sub-sites, or site refreshes
- provide technical consultation for project specifications, offering expertise on feasibility and implementation
- Digital Content, Multimedia, & UXcollaborate with graphic designers to integrate visually compelling and brand-consistent elements like feature images, promotional banners, and landing pages, ensuring they are optimized for web use and page load times
- implement the Digital Content Strategy by proposing and integrating motion pictures, podcasts, and video shorts to enhance engagement and knowledge dissemination
- design and develop the UX/UI to ensure an intuitive and user-friendly experience across all devices (responsive design)
- implement and oversee content uploads, ensuring SEO best practices and priority handling for time-sensitive content (e
- g
- , press releases, funding calls)
- Maintenance, Security, and Performanceensure high-availability, high-performing, and secure websites by implementing robust security measures, conducting regular backend audits, and promptly applying updates and patches
- monitor website performance and use tools for continuous real-time uptime monitoring
- utilise web analytics tools (e
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- , Google Analytics) to track user behaviour, measure effectiveness, and provide quarterly reports to assist in strategic decision-making
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelors Degree / Advanced Diploma / NQF 7
Minimum Experience:
- A Degree (NQF 7) or higher qualification in computer science/ programming or Web Development Over 5 years of solid knowledge and experience in programming applications and proven work experience as a developer/web programmer
Experience:
- Analytical thinking and a logic-driven approach to solving problems
- Creativity, an aesthetic sense, and being a dedicated team player
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good project management skillsWork well under pressure
- Ability to meet tight deadlines, and work overtime when needs be
Knowledge:
- Web Programming/Development: Proficient in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
- Solid knowledge of Web application development, Web development frameworks, and Content Management Systems
- Expertise in SEOStrong skills in UX and UI design and Responsive design/development
- Proficiency in the Adobe Suite
- Demonstrated ability in Graphic Design and Video Editing (aligned with the "Go Digital" initiative)
The 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 established by an Act of Parliament and mandated to contribute to national development by supporting, promoting and advancing research and human capacity development, through funding and the provision of the necessary research infrastructure, in order to facilitate the creation of knowledge, innovation and development in all fields of science and technology, including humanities, social sciences and indigenous knowledge; and supporting and promoting public awareness of, and engagement with, science The NRF is a well-established organisation that is highly networked within the knowledge system, nationally and internationally. It is the principal organisation responsible for promoting the national research enterprise and is the primary public funder of postgraduate students and researchers and provider of research infrastructure in the country. It has well-developed, best practice research evaluation and support systems.
