South Africa: FALF- FREF-MANDELA RESEARCH CHAIR IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION 5-year contract

January 16, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

Job Description

About the Role

The FALF-FREF-Mandela Research Chair in Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion is a prestigious appointment at Nelson Mandela University, with a focus on increasing the number of world-class Black female researchers and contributing to diversifying South Africa’s research landscape. The Chair will promote research excellence in entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, responding to sustainable development goals and national & international priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead strategic research in entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, with a focus on areas of national and international importance.
Translate entrepreneurship and financial inclusion research to innovative practical interventions.
Develop academic programs to increase the number of world-class Black female researchers in South Africa.
Mentor and supervise postgraduate students, including Master’s, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral fellows, focusing on producing high-quality Black female graduates.
Drive initiatives stimulating research excellence across the knowledge spectrum and contributing to policy and socio-economic development.
Collaborate with all departments within Mandela University, and other relevant institutions using an interdisciplinary approach to research.
Foster collaboration with national and international institutions to enhance South Africa’s research competitiveness.

Requirements

South African Black woman from the Designated Groups (African or Coloured women as defined by the Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003).
Applicant must hold a Doctoral qualification relevant to entrepreneurship or the objectives of the Chair.
Applicant should be an Associate or a full Professor at the time of application.

Qualifications

Completed PhD in Entrepreneurship, Finance, or related field.

Salary & Benefits

No salary information is available.

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