Research Capacity Development Conceptual Framework The presentation includes the outcome of the deliberations of the Task Team and the Workshop.

Research Capacity Development Vision Scope Rationale Principles Objectives Framework Way forward

Vision Investing in a changing and dynamic future

Scope People (Individuals and teams) Areas of Research/Disciplines Research environment

Rationale Researchers Research environment Knowledge base in the context of History Current Future

Principles RCD should be major business of NRF Quality based Continuum of support activities Commitment/partnership/ownership to ensure sustainability Different interventions negotiated with institution

Principles/contd Develop, enhance & entrench endogenous capacities Integrated into Focus Areas Monitoring and review Based on needs analysis & assessment Transformation of research landscape

Objectives Need to form an overview of the landscape of research, researchers and research activities in order to: assess, evaluate and intervene in the status of the disciplines identify growth and crisis points select the critical parameters to grow research capacity in the most beneficial areas for the country

In order to: Develop equitable research landscape Develop capacity of potential & existing researchers Assist institutions create climate to cultivate & nurture research Improve quality of research Influence research agenda Provide RCD leadership nationally & internationally Invest in strategic research areas

Conceptual Framework People (individuals and teams) Research environment Area of research/discipline Focus Areas NRF Policy Equity and redress

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Conceptual Framework People (individuals and teams) Research environment Leadership Management Systems Assessment

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Conceptual Framework People (individuals and teams) Research environment Area of research/discipline State of the discipline studies Nationally/departmentally

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Conceptual Framework People (individuals and teams) Research environment Area of research/discipline NRF Policy Equity and redress

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Way forward Identify interventions Identify opportunities Capacity to undertake assessments