Senior Manager Research: OVR (5- Year Fixed Term Contract) (Onderstepoort) needed at Agricultural Research Council
Job title : Senior Manager Research: OVR (5- Year Fixed Term Contract) (Onderstepoort)
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : January 17, 2025
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Description
- Resource Allocation: Managing budgetary and resource allocation decisions to support the institution’s mission and goals.
- Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance service delivery and reduce costs.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborating with Executive Manager: Animals and Biotechnology to develop and execute strategic plans that align with the institution’s mission and vision.
- Lead and Direct: Lead and Direct the Institute’s Research and Management Agenda.
- Shared Services Management: Collaborating with the Executive Manager: Shared Services/ Corporate Support, in overseeing the shared services functions within the institution, ensuring they operate cohesively and meet their respective objectives.
- Policy Implementation: Ensuring that policies, procedures, and regulations are effectively communicated and adhered to throughout the Institute.
- Performance Evaluation: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the institution’s performance and make data-driven decisions.
- Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating operational risks and challenges that could impact the institution’s mission or reputation.
- Stakeholder Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Innovation and Technology: Promoting the adoption of innovative technologies and practices to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.
- Emergency Response and Continuity Planning: Implementing plans for emergency response, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
- Compliance and Legal Affairs: Ensuring that the institution complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Human Resources Management: Collaborating with Human Capital Business Partner, oversee personnel, including hiring, training, and performance management, to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
- Financial Management: Collaborating with Finance Business Partner, oversee Institute’s finances and financial health, budget and cost management and financial reporting.
- Communication and Reporting: Providing regular updates to Executive leadership, governing boards, and other stakeholders on operational performance and progress toward goals.
- Conflict Resolution: Handling internal conflicts and disputes within the Institute in a fair and constructive manner.
- Crisis Management: Leading the institution’s response to crises or emergencies, coordinating efforts to mitigate negative impacts.
- Ethical Leadership: Upholding and promoting ethical standards and values within the organisation, setting a positive example for all employees.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with Stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns and ensuring the institution’s services are responsive to those needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science/Equivalent (Veterinarian), with a PhD in Life Sciences or equivalent doctoral degree (e.g. Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or Vaccinology).
- Registration with SAVC is a requirement.
- 5 years post-qualification experience in managing Research and Development and Service Delivery at senior level.
- 10 years management experience in service delivery and research and development at middle management level will also be considered.
- A good record in research and development, service delivery, project management, partnership development and collaboration.
- Good communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Experience in budget formulation and financial management.
- Experience in management of human resources.
- Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
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