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Senior Researcher X2
CASE
2008-03-13

Closing date: 24 March 2008

C A S E is seeking to fill the following senior positions that will involve strategic, management and mentoring responsibilities.

Senior Researcher- Quantitative Analysis

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing national surveys and will have highly developed quantitative research skills S/he will be required to conduct statistical analysis and write-up of survey reports, and engage in quantitative skills transfer within the organisation. We wish to recruit a statistician or social scientist with experience in statistical analysis of survey data. The candidate should have an Honours degree in Statistics or a related field or a Masters degree in the Social Sciences.

Demonstrable competence in applying quantitative skills to applied social research questions is required and s/he will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in applied research.

Senior Researcher- Policy Analysis

The successful candidate will have highly developed qualitative research skills and will be responsible for project management as well as managing and producing research outputs in the form of reports, policy briefs and popular material. A thorough understanding of the South African Public Policy environment is essential. The post requires high levels of public policy analysis, understanding policy processes and the role of research in policy making, management and assessment.

At least five years research experience with some research project and process management experience is essential. A relevant masters degree is a prerequisite.

CASE offers competitive salary packages based on skills and work experience within a stimulating and inspiring work environment. CASE is an affirmative action employer, and black South African candidates are especially encouraged to apply. If you are not contacted by the end of April 2008, please consider your application unsuccessful.

E-mail your CV with details of three referees, a motivation letter and an example of your original single authored report or publication to: director@case.org.za to reach us by Monday 24 March 2008.

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