Researcher: Media Research and Communications

Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)
Branch: Office of the Chief of Staff
Designation: Researcher: Media Research and Communications
Remuneration: R886 816,85 pa (all-inclusive cost to company)
Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Public Management, Public Administration,
  Business Management, or a related field in Research at NQF level 7;
• 5 – 7 years’ relevant experience with a soundtrack record in a research environment;
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Primary Function:
Provide an effective and efficient research and analysis service to the City. Initiate, implement and manage research projects to guide decisions and actions, in the exercise of their oversight and scrutiny mandate.

Key Performance Areas:

• Render a professional research development and management function to the Department and City;
• Lead, guide, and oversee the implementation of the research methodology;
• Communicate and disseminate relevant research findings;
• Comment on legislation, ensuring and monitoring compliance with legislation;
• Manage and monitor assets and resources of the Department;
• Control, consolidate, analyse and submit various reliable reports;
• Practice good governance and management of risk.

Leading Competencies:

• Computer literacy including MS Office Applications;
• Demonstrated skills in quantitative data analysis, data management (maintaining a database, quality control measures), and in the presentation of results for the identification of best practices and to inform decision-making;
• Proficiency in using databases and statistical software is required as well as strong skills in MS Office and mobile technologies to report data;
• High level of confidentiality and organisational skills;
• Time Management, working independently, under pressure and the ability to prioritise.

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of local, provincial, and national political and legislative frameworks;
• Experience developing organizational strategies, processes, systems, and cultural norms
  that are effective, efficient, and reinforce a strong and inclusive team culture;
• Knowledge of public policy and Planning legislation;
• Knowledge of City of Johannesburg rules and procedures;
• Knowledge of Batho Pele philosophy, principles, and intent (culture of citizenship);
• Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism;
• Impact and Influence according to City’s protocols, legislation, and standards.

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The
City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National
legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these
requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including
those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved
Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race,
gender and disability.

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by
using the following link below:
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1K1-PEHyGS-a3bqg1iH7awAew554

APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Wisani Mabunda
Tel No: 011 407 7644

CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 02 NOVEMBER 2023

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is
received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application
was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of
Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of
your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and
related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg,
you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation and
• Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation.

All the best with your applications