The HSRC was established in 1968 as South Africa’s statutory research agency and has grown to become the largest dedicated research institute in the social sciences and humanities on the African continent, doing cutting-edge public research in areas that are crucial to development.
Our mandate is to inform the effective formulation and monitoring of gover...
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A PhD in a relevant discipline in the social sciences, humanities, or African studies.
At least 10 years of senior research and leadership experience, including five years at a director or professor-equivalent level.
A strong record of scholarly publishing, with a significant number in local and international peer-reviewed journals.
Proven success in research leadership, strategic planning, and organisational management.
Experience in securing and managing large-scale research grants and partnerships, particularly those involving African and multilateral stakeholders.
Demonstrated interest and expertise in African development, Pan-African policy frameworks, and knowledge diplomacy.
Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and deliver results in complex, fast-paced environments.
Working knowledge of STATA, SPSS, NVivo, AtlasTI or similar packages is an advantage.
Fluency in English and at least one other African language is highly desirable.
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead and oversee AISA’s research, partnerships, and implementation support in alignment with HSRC’s 2025-2030 strategy, with a strong emphasis on regional integration, development justice, and science diplomacy.
Conceptualise and implement innovative, interdisciplinary research programmes that contribute to the HSRC’s impact agenda and advance inclusive knowledge systems across the African continent.
Produce high-quality research outputs, including policy briefs, working papers, and peer-reviewed publications.
Foster and manage strategic partnerships with African governments, universities, research councils, multilateral agencies, and civil society actors.
Mobilise research funding and steward large-scale, multi-country and multi-stakeholder projects.
Support the generation, analysis, and use of spatial and other data relevant to Africa’s development.
Champion knowledge translation and policy uptake, representing AISA and the HSRC in high-level forums across the continent and globally.
Provide strategic leadership, mentorship, and performance management to a diverse and multidisciplinary research team.
Contribute to internal governance, organisational development, and compliance with the HSRC’s operational policies and national legislation.
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