Clear Director

Job Description

The University of the Witwatersrand is seeking a Director for the Centre for Learning on Evaluation and Results Anglophone Africa (CLEAR-AA), a grant- and donor-funded centre under the Wits School of Governance. The role involves leading academic, research, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) programs, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the centre’s sustainability and global reputation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Doctorate degree preferable)
• 10 years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation, design and implementation of monitoring systems, or large-scale evaluations
• Disciplinary background as an economist, political scientist, development or governance specialist, health specialist, or related field
• Demonstrated track record in building strong international stakeholder networks
• Experience in fundraising for complex multi-country projects
• Ability to attract and secure country projects
• Strong project management experience
• Experience or transferable skills in training, teaching, and/or postgraduate supervision
• Excellent academic track record in research
• Involvement in academic research and policy advice
• Interest in developing and facilitating formal academic programs and short courses in monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrated track record in leading and managing teams
• Ability to motivate staff to perform effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (fluency in spoken and written English)
• Willingness to travel frequently both locally and internationally when required

Responsibilities

• Develop a sustainable business model and strategy for the CLEAR-AA Centre
• Develop and maintain relationships with international stakeholders and communities
• Manage clients and raise funds to sustain the work of the Centre
• Engage with decision-makers across African governments, universities, private sectors, NGOs, INGOs, multilateral organizations, and the international community
• Manage the implementation of the CLEAR-AA academic and research program
• Provide academic leadership and support for teaching and research within the Wits School of Governance
• Develop and maintain high-functioning networks and partnerships across the African continent and globally
• Collaborate with the World Bank, multilateral organizations, governments, universities, think tanks, and other CLEAR centres
• Ensure delivery of high-quality technical advisory services, world-class research, and knowledge generation
• Provide professional program management and M&E capacity development/training
• Ensure the Centre’s reputation as a recognizable African brand of global M&E excellence