Research Manager: Drinking Water Treatment & Quality Management
The Water Research Commission (WRC) is a dynamic hub for water-centred knowledge, innovation and intellectual capital, providing leadership for research and development through the support of knowledge creation, transfer and application. It engages stakeholders and partners involving water-related problems, which are crucial to South-Africa’s sustainable development and economic growth, and is committed to promoting a better quality of life for all. Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the Pretoria-based position of:
Research Manager: Drinking Water Treatment & Quality Management
Salary: R754 553 Cost to Company
(5-year contract)
This innovative thinker and self-starter should be in possession of at least a Master’s degree or equivalent, specialising in and having a strong understanding of advanced and appropriate drinking water processes (treatment, distribution, reuse and recycling), drinking water quality management and O&M aspects of the related fields, augmented by strong research and practical experience within the field. The successful candidate will have an understanding of related legislation. To be able to network, communicate and coordinate effectively, he/she should have strong project management as well as good interpersonal skills. The ability to integrate knowledge from diverse sources is essential for success.
The successful candidate will:
• Strategically manage and coordinate the portfolio of research programmes, projects and affiliated activities in drinking water treatment and quality management
• Provide direction and leadership, both nationally and internationally, within specified activity areas
• Facilitate the transfer and application of knowledge generated from the projects and other activities
• Lead the research thrusts, consisting of portfolios of research programmes and projects
• Assume responsibility for all facets of project management
• Contribute to the KSA’s business planning process and work closely with colleagues within the WRC
• Provide leadership and networking, both nationally and internationally, in the water-related activity area
Appointment will be made in line with the WRC’s employment equity policy. Remuneration will be negotiated on the basis of an all-inclusive flexible package on a 5-year contract.
Applications, accompanied by a detailed CV with 3 references.
Should you not be contacted by 22 August 2012, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Research Manager: Drinking Water Treatment & Quality Management
Salary: R754 553 Cost to Company
(5-year contract)
This innovative thinker and self-starter should be in possession of at least a Master’s degree or equivalent, specialising in and having a strong understanding of advanced and appropriate drinking water processes (treatment, distribution, reuse and recycling), drinking water quality management and O&M aspects of the related fields, augmented by strong research and practical experience within the field. The successful candidate will have an understanding of related legislation. To be able to network, communicate and coordinate effectively, he/she should have strong project management as well as good interpersonal skills. The ability to integrate knowledge from diverse sources is essential for success.
The successful candidate will:
• Strategically manage and coordinate the portfolio of research programmes, projects and affiliated activities in drinking water treatment and quality management
• Provide direction and leadership, both nationally and internationally, within specified activity areas
• Facilitate the transfer and application of knowledge generated from the projects and other activities
• Lead the research thrusts, consisting of portfolios of research programmes and projects
• Assume responsibility for all facets of project management
• Contribute to the KSA’s business planning process and work closely with colleagues within the WRC
• Provide leadership and networking, both nationally and internationally, in the water-related activity area
Appointment will be made in line with the WRC’s employment equity policy. Remuneration will be negotiated on the basis of an all-inclusive flexible package on a 5-year contract.
Applications, accompanied by a detailed CV with 3 references.
Should you not be contacted by 22 August 2012, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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