Overall leadership and responsibility for Research, Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (RTIP) in the Faculty- with oversight from Dean, and in close liaison with the DVC-RTIP and associated RTI directorates Assist the Dean in compiling and driving an overall research strategy for the Faculty Implement and ensure Faculty adherence to CPUT RTIP policies Plan and provide oversight, in conjunction with department heads, to Adjunct-professors, research fellows and postdoctoral fellows Co-ordinate and facilitate the allocation and appropriation of research funds within the faculty Ensure an enabling environment for Researchers Support Research uptake initiatives Drive the growth of innovation Promote RTI related partnerships Oversee the implementation of staff RTIP related capacity development Maintain quality, retain postgraduate students, and increase postgraduate intake and output Create an enabling research infrastructure in the faculty Represent the Faculty in appropriate Committees Measure and report on RTIP progress to the Dean, Faculty Board, and relevant Institutional Committees