Research and Innovation Management Programme Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Science and Technology CSIR Innovation Leadership and Learning Academy (CiLLA): Mr Awie Vlok and University of Pretoria: Ms Hermien Dorfling 30 th August 2005

Purpose today To consolidate conversations to date and agree process forward for Learning Framework refinement and delivery

Proposed process  Recap process to date  Progress and status  Proposed package  Next steps

Presentation of 8 th March To brief the Portfolio Committee on the suite of Human Resource Development (HRD) programmes:  To share how Human Resource Development (HRD) is tackled within the CSIR as institution in the National System of Innovation  To use the above as springboard for Members to consider group- and personal development interests

CiLLA Learning Clusters Management & Leadership Science & Techno- logy Excellence Strategic Management Of Innovation Personal develop- ment & efficiency Project Management Marketing & Busi- ness Development Financial Management Mentorship Excellence Technical Domain Expertise and Skills

Committee Needs CiLLA suite of short courses converted into 3-5 year programme Leading to qualification or credits towards qualification(s) Based on contact time of 2 hours twice a week or similar

Interim learning objectives Understanding R&I process Understanding dynamic nature of elements Understanding underlying competencies for success across R&I value chain Shared understanding of attitude, skill and knowledge; individual & organisation Relate Member roles in S&T based innovation Quality learning and sharing environment

Learning outcomes Learn what others are doing to achieve R&I results in today’s world Understanding R&I process and its elements Recognise success requirements of each step in coherent set of processes Understand personal efficiencies/competencies required Acquire actionable insights for immediate application and ongoing personal growth and development as players in the process Learn from experiences of other delegates in a quality learning environment

Progress and status  Learning Framework proposal 1 st April  Presentation 8 th March  Needs expressed  Potential delivery partners interaction  CHE  Private  Universities

Celebrating 6 decades of science excellence in 2005, the CSIR is undergoing organisational transformation, focusing on a strengthened intellectual core, to ensure the ability to meet South Africa’s science and technology needs into the future. [PMG note: picture not included] Into the future

From Science Council Act -why we exist- “The objects of the CSIR are, through directed and particularly MULTI- DISCIPLINARY RESEARCH and technological INNOVATION, to foster, in the NATIONAL INTEREST and in fields which in its opinion should receive preference, INDUSTRIAL AND SCIENTIFIC DEVELOPMENT, either by itself or IN CO- OPERATION with principals from the private or public SECTORS, and thereby to contribute to the IMPROVEMENT OF THE QUALITY OF LIFE of the people of the Republic…”

CSIR/UP alliance CSIR Innovation driven Mandate Client base Research and Innovation practicing professionals Research and Innovation networks R&I training material World class R&I institution UP Innovation strategy De Bono Institute Institute of Technological Innovation R&I training material/structures Research capacity Academic Networks

UP: Creativity & Innovation TopicTime Adding Value23 minutes Creativity in Action64 minutes Attitude and Motivation38 minutes The Intelligence Trap48 minutes Creativity in Strategic Planning 65 minutes Executive Leadership48 minutes

CSIR: Innovation Learning DescriptionAudience I Scene setting event for leadership: Leadership opportunity to reflect on own individual and collective attitudes and practices as key factors in determining the quality of CSIR innovation. Leaders involved in steering, resourcing or evaluation of innovation II Introduction to SMI Covers the SMI cycle in practical and participative manner over a two day period with a half day follow up to reinforce and capture learning Knowledge Workers involved in one or more aspects of innovation III SMI Practitioner This skills programme will equip participants with knowledge and skills to master a range of techniques used in the SMI process Staff responsible for SMI process elements as part of the research, analytical or creative phases of the SMI

-Proposed package -2 year Hons degree -Module 1: November ? - other options? Research and Innovation Management Programme

In conclusion  Committee request treated as high priority  UP/CSIR alliance capable and keen  Committee commitment today will set delivery wheels in motion

Next steps  Timing  November 2005 first week proposed or early 2006  Process  Committee Member(s) to finalise process and logistics

…for the opportunity. We are looking forward to the learning journey with you.