The Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI) is recruiting 600 unemployed graduates to participate in its Research Data Collection Programme 2025 across KwaZulu-Natal.
Application Closing Date: 25 August 2025
Location: Durban, MKRI Office, KwaZulu-Natal (with fieldwork across district municipalities)
Stipend: R350 per day (3-year fixed contract)
Programme Overview
This initiative gives graduates the chance to gain valuable work experience while contributing to important research projects across KwaZulu-Natal. Successful candidates will work as Research Data Collectors on a project-based basis.
- Position: Research Data Collectors (Adhoc, Project-Based)
- Reference: RDC/-02/2025
- Number of Posts: 600
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizen, aged 18–35 years.
- Qualification: NQF Level 6–8 in any field.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Computer literacy.
- Own working smartphone.
- Proficiency in English and IsiZulu.
Advantageous
- NQF Level 8 qualification.
- Prior data collection experience.
- Ability to drive independently.
- Familiarity with digital data collection tools.
Essential Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ethical conduct and confidentiality.
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect field data in assigned district municipalities.
- Administer surveys and questionnaires.
- Record and capture accurate data (paper-based or digital).
- Verify and cross-check collected information.
- Follow ethical standards and research protocols.
- Provide progress updates to supervisors.
- Represent MKRI professionally in communities.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online here: Click here to apply for the MKRI Data Collection Programme 2025
Required Documents
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of:
- ID.
- Driver’s license.
- Relevant qualifications.
- Use subject line: Position Title + Reference Number (RDC/-02/2025)
Note: Incomplete applications will lead to disqualification.
Additional Information
- Queries: Email recruitment@moseskotane.com
- Feedback: If you do not hear back within 6 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Post-interview: Candidates will undergo competency testing and verification.
- Incorrect information will result in disqualification.