ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RESEARCH

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Directorate: Research Services

Reference number: 3/1/5/1-26/18
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 14 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of an appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) as recognised by SAQA in Communication Sciences/Social Sciences/ Political Sciences/ Statistics. A relevant post-graduate qualification with a research component, including completion of an academic research project, will be an added advantage. At least three (3) years’ relevant experience of which one (1) year should be on salary level seven (7), eight (8) or equivalent supervisory level in research/ communication research (Experience gained through the completion of a full academic research project, encompassing all research processes, will be considered as part of experience). General managerial, project management and administration experience (related to tasks of human resources). Good general knowledge and interest in current and government affairs. Skills: Competence in research design and analytical skills with proven experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Must be well-versed in all aspects related to communication research processes. Competence in qualitative and quantitative data collection as well as experience in writing research proposals or research briefs. Proficiency in MS programmes and data analysis packages (i.e. SPSS). Ability to liaise with clients and service providers. Proficiency in both presentation and report writing. Ability to work independently without direct supervision as well as in a team. Must be able to work under pressure.

Duties

The successful candidate will assist with the management, planning and application of research to enhance effectiveness of government communication. Assist in providing research advice and a support service to GCIS and to clients in terms of communication research. Professionally liaise with service providers and clients. Design qualitative and quantitative data collection instrument, including the administration of appropriate research instruments. Conduct quantitative data analysis using software such as SPSS and MS Excel programme. Ability to analyse qualitative data. Interpret research results and prepare research reports (Ms Word & Ms PowerPoint) for sharing with relevant stakeholders. Present research findings at various stakeholder meetings (internal and external). Aid in general managerial tasks, including financial management to ensure optimal resource management in the Directorate: Research Services. Work as part of a team in the Directorate and GCIS project teams.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Enquiries

Ms Getrude Sadiki Tel No: (012) 473 0095

Note

In line with the Directive on the Professionalisation of Human Resource Management and Development in Public Service, all shortlisted candidates will undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine their suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post. Please detail courses passed in the CV as per the academic transcript. Note: This is a re-advertisement, candidates who previously applied need not reapply. This post will be filled by a candidate whose appointment will assist the department in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to coloured and white candidates. Suitably qualified People with disabilities will be given preference regardless of Race or Gender.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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