Position title
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: POLICY & RESEARCH
Description

POSITION: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: POLICY & RESEARCH

REFERENCE NO:REF NO: DDPR/05/2026

OFFICE/UNIT: POLICY AND RESEARCH

CENTRE: HEAD OFFICE, JOHANNESBURG

REPORTS TO: POLICY & RESEARCH

SALARY LEVEL: 11

REMUNERATION: SALARY PACKAGE: R932 292.00 per annum

Responsibilities
  • Supervision of Research staff and management of the execution of research programme activities working closely with Head of Research Department to achieve the objectives of the CGE.
  • Ensuring that the Research Department enables the CGE to fulfil its mandate of monitoring the implementation of relevant government policies aimed at the advancement of gender equality in the public, private and civil society sectors.
  • Implement CGE programmes as they relate to departmental operations.
  • Conduct research work, including research data gathering through project field work.
  • Review research projects and other research related activities.
  • Participation in the implementation of the Research Department’s Annual Plan of Action.
  • Participation in various departmental activities, including workshops and seminars to make presentations on research findings
  • Participation in public debates on gender related issues, including making inputs into internal and external policy processes on gender related issues as and when necessary.
  • Perform other activities related to the work of the Research Department as assigned by the Head of Department.
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • South African Citizen
  • A Master of Arts (MA) degree in Social Sciences/Humanities or a related behavioral science qualification is a basic requirement.
  • A qualification(s) in the field of Gender Studies or equivalent research experience and publication is an added advantage
  • A minimum of five years of demonstrable research work experience using quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods on social and gender-related issues, as well as demonstrable professional report writing experience and a publications record.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license is essential.
  • The ability to work individually and as part of a team is crucial, including the readiness to travel extensively throughout the country to conduct research work.

Competencies Required:

  • Sound knowledge of gender issues and familiarity with the mandate and the work of the CGE. Project management skills; analytical skills; research skills; data gathering and fieldwork; computer literacy & demonstrable knowledge and experience in the use of qualitative, quantitative or mixed-methods research methodologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including research report writing and presentation skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to speak at least one African language will be an added advantage.
Contacts

It is mandatory that an applicant submit the following:

  • Comprehensive CV and Motivational letter
  • Certified copies of ID, drivers’ license and Qualifications.
  • Telephone details and e-mail addresses of three contactable referees.
  • All the above-mentioned documents must be sent via email to: recruitment@cge.org.za.
  • Correspondence will be limited to the short-listed candidates only. Applicants with a foreign qualification must submit a SAQA evaluation report of their qualification.
  • The CGE reserves the right not to fill this advertised position. The CGE is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to the achievement and maintenance of fair representation (race, gender, and disability). Whites, Coloureds, Indians and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background checks and psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to South African citizens.

 

  • For enquiries (Not Applications), contact Mr. Silas Maloka – HR Manager at Tel: 011 403 7182 or 069 007 0944.

CLOSING DATE: 22 JUNE 2026

Job Location
Centre: Head Office (Johannesburg)
Date posted
June 5, 2026
Valid through
June 22, 2026
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