Job Description

The Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (CeSTII) at the HSRC undertakes statistical surveys and research to monitor indicators for science, technology and innovation in South Africa, research and experimental development (R&D), human resources in science and technology and related human mobility data. CeSTIIxe2x80x99s two flagship surveys, the National Survey of Research and Experimental Development (R&D) and the Business Innovation Survey, provide important data for analytical studies and the production of national science and technology (S&T) indicators on behalf of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI). CeSTII provides an exciting environment for growth in terms of research in development of indicators, statistical analysis and innovation policy as well as international engagements in these areas.

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FIELDWORK SUPERVISOR (1 post)

3-year contract

Ref.No: CeSTII Supervisor-01/2024

CeSTII wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to fill a vacant position in its office in Cape Town. The main responsibility is to contribute to the HSRC's annual National Survey of Research and Experimental Development (R&D), as well as the new RD& in the Modernisation of Mining survey. The appointment is for a period of three years.
Minimum Requirements

Key requirements: Fieldworkers

• Minimum of a relevant undergraduate qualification.

• Preferably a minimum of an Honours degree.

• At least three yearsxe2x80x99 experience in qualitative and quantitative fieldwork (undertaking surveys, focus groups and key informant interviews).

• Fluency in English, as well as one other national language.

• Flexibility and willingness to take on additional tasks as per project requirements.

• Experience with digital data collection methods.

• High personal motivation and self-management.

• Articulate and tactful communication skills.

• Prior fieldwork experience with HSRC is an added advantage.

• Only applications with a South African identity document/card can apply.

• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, administrative and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work under pressure.

• Intellectual and personal integrity, a well-developed work ethic, and drive.

• In addition, at least 2 years of prior fieldwork supervision experience in managing fieldwork teams is an advantage.

• Fieldwork supervision experience within HSRC will be an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for supervising fieldwork team.

• Participate in and support training of fieldworkers.

• Assign work to fieldwork team members.

• Ensure full understanding of the HSRC and project processes.

• Ensure that data collectors secure informed consent from participants where applicable.

• Report on fieldwork progress directly to the Fieldwork Manager.

• Ensure quality work by following processes, procedures and steps outlined in the training material and as instructed.

• Management of fieldwork assets as provided by the HSRC.

• Ability to work in a multicultural and interdisciplinary team.

• High personal motivation, self-management, and attention to detail.

• Complete any other relevant tasks essential to the successful completion of the data collection as part of the project.

• Communicate on a continuous basis as necessary with the Fieldwork Manager on aspects of the project in need of clarification.

• Perform/execute any other tasks/responsibilities which are essential for the successful completion of the fieldwork.

The HSRC offers attractive, market-related packages, depending on qualifications, experience and recent performance.

APPLICATIONS

In your application, please include: (1) a letter of motivation indicating your suitability for the position, (2) a detailed CV which should clearly indicate your highest qualification, skills and expertise and experience, (3) a copy of current earnings on a cost-to-company basis, (4) copies of the required qualifications, and (5) the details of three recent referees with telephone and e-mail contact details. Please indicate the reference number that appears in this advert. The HSRC will only consider applications that include the above requirements. Applicants may be required to undertake a written exercise in the competencies required for the position.

Please register and submit your application on-line at

Application Instructions:

• Candidates can make use of their mobile devices or any browser to register on the Neptune recruitment site, as well as to make application for available vacancies;

• Candidates will be prompted to upload their documents;

• Attachments must be less than 1MB, there is an on-screen option to resize;

• The Neptune system will only allow you to upload 1 Please ensure that all documents are merged into 1 PDF before uploading.

Enquiries (not applications or CVs) may be directed to Dr Jackie Borel-Saladin via email

Applicants may be required to undertake a written exercise in the competencies required for the position.

The HSRC is committed to accelerating improvement in the proportion of its staff complement who are SA Citizens, black, female or disabled.

Closing date: 15 January 2024. We encourage applicants to submit prior to that date. If you do not receive any response from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Information regarding the HSRC and the post can be accessed on

The HSRC reserves the right to not make an appointment.

APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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