City of Ekurhuleni Researcher ANC – Office of the Chief Whip
Reference Number:PCHW0069
Position:Researcher (ANC) (Fixed term contract linked to the political office term)
Department: Office of the Chief Whip
Division:Research Support Section
Salary:Negotiable market-related package
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
- Proven track record in research and analysis
- Knowledge of local government legislation
- Driver’s license will be an advantage
- Must have 1-3 year’s knowledge of the ANC policies and programmes
- 1 – 3 years’ experience in a similar environment and ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously
Core Responsibilities:
- Advise ANC caucus members in the Oversight Committees through monitoring and evaluating the implementation of departmental business plans
- Compile and present reports
- Identify and initiate research projects
- Conduct independent research on behalf of the caucus
- Disseminate research information
- Develop and maintain relationships and networks
- Recommend research capability and skills, when required, based on the caucus requirements and committee requests, for negotiation and contracting
- Provide research and advisory services to the ANC caucus members
Interested candidates whose background and experience match these challenging and exciting positions are invited to submit their CV’s by email to critical.vacancies@ekurhuleni.gov.za
Enquiries: Tel: (011) 999 7532 / 6356
Please quote reference number on application.
Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.
Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act.