The North-West University is a public research university located on three campuses in Potchefstroom, Mahikeng, and Vanderbijlpark in South Africa.
The NWU is committed to functioning as a unitary, integrated, multi-campus university that enables equity, redress, and globally competitive teaching and research across all three of our campuses.
Our core activities, teaching-learning and research, are intertwined with community engagement and innovation in our eight faculties, most of which serve both distance and contact students.
The NWU offers more than just an education; we offer people a place in the world. Academically, students benefit from great choice and flexibility, enabling them to fulfill their potential and start preparing for their careers.
Through collaboration with other universities and institutions internationally, we are part of the global higher education community.
Our internationalization activities include student and staff exchange and cooperation in academic, research, cultural, and sports matters.
Research Internship Positions at North-West University
Research Internship: Community Engagement (TB00333)
Listing reference: nwu_003362
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 March 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE POSITION NUMBER: TB00333 VACANCY: RESEARCH INTERNSHIP: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PEROMNES GRADE: N/A EMPLOYMENT TYPE: TEMPORARY FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
This internship position will prepare an individual for a wide variety of possible scenarios within a research environment where a transdisciplinary approach is taken towards project planning, data gathering, dissemination, and development of community-integrated interventions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research and Project management
- Planning, management, coordination, and reporting of research programs, including learning about project management and use of suitable software.
Understanding project terms of reference (ToR) and the writing of the research proposal, including ethics and budget
- Liaison with clients and understanding the deliverables of the project: Compiling a research proposal that meets the technical and ethical specifications required of the TOR. Compiling a budget with timelines and deliverables.
Literature review
- Desktop review of relevant literature.
Data gathering (adapt and develop data gathering tools, undertake pilot study and field work).
- Methods used to undertake study, including sampling strategy, adopt and design survey questions, develop interview protocols, focus group discussion questions, etc. Testing tools, data collection strategy, and conducting interviews facilitate focus group discussions and surveys.
Data analysis and interpretation of results
- Data preparation and coding (use software to capture qualitative and quantitative data). Data analysis.
Dissemination of results
- Compiling reports, presentation of results, and findings.
- Submission of papers for publications or presentation of papers at a conference.
Implementation, M&E and marketing of interventions
- Implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of existing and emerging interventions (such as LIFEPLAN).
- Assistance in marketing of intervention programs.
Minimum requirements
- An honors degree in health sciences, social and development studies, or related fields.
- Proof of registration for a master’s degree in health sciences, social and development studies, or related fields.
- A valid driver’s license.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in project management.
- A minimum of one (1) year exposure to research and intervention activities, preferably in the field community engagement.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENTS:
- Computer literate.
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.
- Ability to work autonomously in a group or as an individual.
- Ability to use eMedia for the purpose of communication.
- Workshop presentations and research.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENTS:
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to adjust to various settings and adjust behavior accordingly.
- Friendly and open-minded personality to be able to approach different types of stakeholders and establish networks.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof C Niesing Christi.Niesing@nwu.ac.za
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Janine Da Gama on 016 910 3451
CLOSING DATE: 18 March 2025
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The university subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation.
Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The university reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
