Senior Futurist (Job Level 7) at Stellenbosch University

Duties    

• Conducting futures research.
• Designing approaches and selecting appropriate tools and techniques for commissioned research projects.
• Contributing to the compilation of tender packs and grant proposals.
• Managing the quality of outputs of research associates.
• Making presentations and facilitating futures thinking sessions (travelling if necessary).
• Contributing authorship and editing to IFR publications.
• Liaising with the media on IFR activities and outputs.
• Sourcing funding for research projects.

Job Requirements    

• Master's degree in futures studies or a related field.
• At least three years' experience in consulting / advisory to senior management.
• At least three years' experience in a research environment.
• At least three years' experience of executive education, training, teaching and presentations to senior management.
• A proven record of publications in a reputable, reviewed domain, including in academia or industry publications.
• Willingness to travel as required

Recommendation    

• A PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience of leading research projects.
• Exposure to work in the rest of Africa.
• International consulting experience.
• Familiarity with initiating and managing projects funded via grants.