Manager: Postgraduate Funding (Research, Partnerships and Innovation) at University of Fort Hare

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree, doctoral degree will be an advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing postgraduate and/or post-doctoral funding.
• Proven experience in people management
• Proven track record in managing research funds and writing successful grant proposals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

  ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Funding Management:

• Oversee the administration of bursaries for postgraduate studies and postdoctoral fellowships.
• Ensure compliance with funding guidelines and regulations set by government, public and private agencies as well as international agencies.

Proposal Development:

• Lead the preparation and submission of funding proposals and grant applications.
• Collaborate with faculties to develop compelling research proposals that align with funding opportunities.

Student /Postdoctoral Fellows Support:

• Provide guidance to PG students and Postdoctoral fellows on funding application processes and eligibility requirements.
• Conduct workshops and information sessions to educate PG students/postdoctoral fellows about available funding options.

Collaboration with Stakeholders:

• Build and maintain relationships with government funding agencies, industry partners, and international organizations.
• Represent the institution at conferences and workshops to promote funding opportunities.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Track and analyze funding outcomes to assess the effectiveness of funding programs.
• Prepare regular reports on funding activities and outcomes for institutional stakeholders.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the institution's funding capabilities and opportunities.
• Align funding initiatives with the institution's strategic goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Budget Management:

• Oversee the budgeting process for funding initiatives, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
• Monitor expenditures related to funding programs to maintain financial accountability.

Policy Development:

• Contribute to the development of policies related to postgraduate/postdoctoral fellows funding.
• Advocate for funding needs and priorities within the institution.