Institutional Monitoring And Reportinng Practitioner at HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council)

The Institutional Planning and Reporting Unit is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified professional to assume the responsibilities of an Institutional Planning and Reporting Practitioner. This position supports and assists the Manager: Institutional Planning and Reporting in monitoring and reporting institutional performance against the five-year strategic plan of the HSRC. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum of an NQF 7 qualification in Public or Business administration or Commerce. A Masters (NQF level 9) will be an added advantage.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in administration, report writing, extracting, verifying, and interpreting data.
• Previous experience in a planning and reporting environment will be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a public regulatory environment will be advantageous (familiar with the PFMA and National Treasury regulations).
• High level of report writing and English literacy skills.
• High level of computer literacy, especially in the MS office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and navigating electronic workflow systems.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, organisational ability and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively to demanding deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interface effectively with colleagues and external clients and engage in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• High personal motivation, self-management, and attention to detail. 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Assist with the compilation of institutional information for quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reporting,
• High-level report writing and extracting suitable information from various sources,
• Analysis and verification of institutional performance information,
• Maintaining relationships with all units to ensure the adequate flow of information and sharing of knowledge, and understanding,
• Capture and efficiently manage procurement activities on an electronic workflow system,
• Provide a coordination function for gathering and packaging information and quarterly reports for meeting packs and other institutional reporting purposes.
• Arrange and perform administration related to meetings, including minutes of meetings,
• Maintain all relevant policy documents and guidelines on behalf of the unit,
• Ensure effective capturing of institutional information on government systems (accurately and on time),
• Participate in other initiatives and activities of the unit, including supporting general activities undertaken within this unit.

Deadline:20th July,2025