Researcher: Research Support - PLEG19033

Closing Date : 2024-09-18
Department : OS-Office of the Chief Whip (2019)
Location
City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration
R 499,248.00 to R 684,900.00 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type
Fixed Term Contract

Minimum Requirements:

  • Relevant Business Degree or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
  • 1 - 3 years’ experience in a similar environment & ability to manage number of Projects simultaneously
  • Proven track record in research and analysis
  • Knowledge of Local Government Legislation

Core Responsibilities:

  • Advise Minority caucus members in the Oversight Committees through monitoring and evaluating whether the implementation of departmental business plans to enhance the members on the role and functions of the oversight.
  • Compile and present reports to ensure improved decision making by the caucus team
  • Identify and initiate research projects to ensure agenda of Committee is influenced and followed to the latter and address the purpose as set out in the Terms of Reference
  • Conduct independent research on behalf of the Caucus to ensure research projects are delivered according to Caucus requirements and influence recommendation to Council
  • Disseminate research information to ensure improved decision making and continuous enhancement of the quality of support provided to the Caucus
  • Develop and maintain relationships and networks with other research professionals to enhance quality of research conducted in the legislature
  • Provide research and advisory services to the minority caucus members

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000;

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 City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.