This tender invites qualified institutions to review and enhance the NSFAS Research Strategy and Plan. The project aims to identify gaps, improve research capacity, and align with national educational objectives over a four-month period.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is seeking proposals from accredited universities, research institutes, and service providers to conduct a comprehensive review of its Research Strategy and Plan. This initiative is crucial for strengthening NSFAS's research function, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and enhancing the overall impact on student success in South Africa's higher education landscape. The selected service provider will be responsible for assessing current research methodologies, identifying gaps, and proposing actionable recommendations for improvement.
The scope of work includes a thorough analysis of the existing research strategy, development of a forward-looking research plan, and recommendations for strengthening the internal research function. Deliverables will consist of an inception report, a reviewed and updated research strategy, a comprehensive research plan for the next five years, and a final presentation to NSFAS executive management. This project is expected to run over a period of four months, emphasizing collaboration with stakeholders and adherence to best practices in research governance.
This tender is suitable for universities, research institutes, and consulting firms with expertise in educational research, policy development, and strategic planning in the higher education sector.