Research Administrator (P8) (Research Development & Support Division: Strategic Research Support) (5-Year Fixed Term Contract)

Advert reference: uj_002458 Advert status: Online Apply by: 21 August 2026

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training Job category: Education and Training Campus: Doornfontein Campus Contract: Fixed Term Contract Remuneration: Market related EE position: EE Level: Skilled

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

Job description

“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO Job Description: The Strategic Research Support Unit supports the University's researchers by strengthening research networks

and fostering collaborations. The unit also assists in identifying national and international funding opportunities to

increase the University's external research income. In addition, it manages excellence programmes, including the

National Research Foundation (NRF)'s evaluation and rating system. Responsibilities:

• Identification of external funding opportunities
• Management of NRF evaluation and rating system applications and related processes
• Manage the NRF Thematic Grants Programme (from concept note to full proposal submission) and the

FBIP funding programme, providing strategic and administrative support through the application process

• Screening of proposals for completeness and adherence to the criteria of the Calls
• Management of the calls for funding proposals
• Liaising with external stakeholders such as funders
• Arrange briefing sessions focusing on various research support initiatives such as funding proposal

applications, etc

• To manage the pre–award and post–award funding processes
• Proper analyses of data received from funding applications
• Oversee the management and implementation of the UCDP grant and its associated activities
• Coordinate capacity development workshops for researchers and academic staff
• Integrated reporting on various sub–programmes that the incumbent will be responsible for

Minimum requirements

• Degree or any relevant qualification (NQF 7) in Business Administration, Project Management, Public

Management and Governance or equivalent, but a Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration or

Project Management or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.

• Three (3) to five (5) years’ proven working experience in Research Administration.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ proven working experience in grant management, such as NRF systems,

Wellcome Trust, and MRC.

• Proven project and stakeholder management skills

Recommendations:

• Strong experience in the Higher Education Sector and the National System of Innovation
• Must be proficient with Computer Literacy
• Good report writing skills
• Good presentation skills

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• A team player with excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must be self-motivated and be able to complete projects without direct supervision
• Project management skills and stakeholder management

Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms. Nthabiseng Nhlapo at Tel: (011) 559 4555 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 1531

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.