Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A diploma in Library or Information Science, Knowledge Management, Anthropology, Sociology, Heritage or Cultural Management, African Studies, Food Technology, Consumer Science or Horticulture.
• 1 year coordination/research/consultation experience in projects and/or community projects related to food/food systems, and/or indigenous plants
• Demonstrable experience with Indigenous Knowledge Systems
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English
• A code 2 driver’s license
• A B-degree or a BTech will be advantageous

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Implement IKSDC project activities and complete administrative and logistical functions to ensure that the project is properly administered.
• Engagement with communities
• Organisation and maintenance of the distributed National Indigenous Knowledge Managements System (NIKMAS)
• Provide training in support of the NIKMAS system

Competencies

• Strong Communication (both verbal and written) skills
• Research and Data Management
• Planning, organizing and co-ordination skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Technology, applications and computer skills
• Project Management
• Change and risk management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Understanding of Intellectual Property Rights
• Interpersonal relations
• Ability to work effectively across functional groups