Job Description

Job Title
Chief Officer: Research Funding Strategist (post level 8) (Contract appointment: 3 years) Job ID: 5557

Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Vice-Rector: Research and Internationalisation -> Centre for Graduate Support

Contract Type
Permanent

Occupational Level
Junior Management

Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)


Closing Date
7/12/2023

Description
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driverxe2x80x99s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Duties and responsibilities:

• Build relationships with key national and international research funding stakeholders.
• Identify grant funding opportunities.
• Compile, and update, supporting documents to furnish to prospective funders.
• Write grant proposals in collaboration with research teams.
• Submit grant proposals to funding bodies.
• Monitor outcome of grant applications.
• Compile feedback and reports for funders, internal stakeholders.
• Keep records of funding requests, allocations, and expenditure.
• Present grant writing workshops.

Inherent requirements: *Important Notice - Applicants must assess the inherent requirements and ensure that all the required documents/proof are included in the application

• An Honors degree or a Postgraduate Diploma on NQF level eight (8) in the field of English, Communication Science, Marketing, Business Management, Project management or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) yearsxe2x80x99 relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
• A minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in grant writing proposals.
• Demonstrated ability to write successful grant proposals and secure research funding.
• A minimum of two (2) years' proven, relevant work experience in a research funding capacity.

Recommendations:

• Experience within the higher education environment.
• Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
• Member of a or registration at a professional body.
• Portfolio of successful grant applications.
• Masterxe2x80x99s degree on NQF level eight (9) in the field of English, Communication Science, Marketing, Business Management, Linguistics, Project Management or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages.
• Persuasive and succinct writing skills and spoken communication skills in English.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, meticulous attention to detail, a strong work ethic, the ability to work calmly under pressure, and the ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong IT skills.
• Good numeracy skills.

Competencies

Required competencies:

• Results oriented.
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

xe2x80xa2 Strategic thinking.

• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.

xe2x80xa2 Leading.

• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

xe2x80xa2 Building coalitions

• The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
• The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible. Closing date:
7 December 2023 Salary:
The salary is available on request. Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits. Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848 / 9813 / 9814/ 9810 for assistance. General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at:
EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA. The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful