Job Title : Research Executives [2 positions]
Job Description
Ipsos-Synovate is the prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa. We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business & social issues.
Research Executives [2 positions]
Responsibilities & Deliverables
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Final Project Execution: Executing field brief and supervising the process until the final deliverables i.e. a draft report or transcripts are produced
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Quality Control: Review and ensure that high quality standards of work are maintained on all: Project documents, Project plans, Field execution, Draft study materials, Draft reports, Data- Final Transcripts
◦Client Relationship Management & Business Development: Ensuring that the client is regularly updated on the progress of the project
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Research Design: Providing input into the design of relevant research instruments (questionnaires, discussion guides, interviewer briefs, sampling plans, etc)
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Report Writing: Write accurate and insightful reports, keeping proposal requirements and objectives in mind, adhering to relevant Ipsos- Synovate standards
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Presentations: Ensure that a presentation review meeting is set up with senior Research Executive/ Senior Research Manager, Design presentation according to client and company standards
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Team & People Management: Responsible for coaching/ on the job training for junior team members, pro-actively responsible for their own learning and development, promote team spirit
REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge &Skills:
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A relevant University Degree
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A minimum of 2 years experience in market research
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Good knowledge of market research methodologies (preferably with an emphasis on quantitative research, but having both quantitative & qualitative experience will be an advantage)
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Strong numeric skills
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Excellent command of spoken and written English and Kiswahili
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Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
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Team leadership and project management skills.
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Strong analytical skills
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Excellent computing skills especially in MSWord, Excel & PowerPoint
How to Apply
If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated professionals, with a strong commitment to Ipsos-Synovate’s values. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit/e-mail a CV and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in specified position to careers-ug@synovate.com.
Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached.
Deadline for all applications: 17th February 2012, 5pm.
Synovate Uganda. Plot 32 Nakasero Rd. P.O Box 21571, Kampala-Uganda. Tel: (+256)41237990/1 . Fax:(+256)41347195. www.ipsos.com I www.synovate.com
Job Description
Ipsos-Synovate is the prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa. We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business & social issues.
Research Executives [2 positions]
Responsibilities & Deliverables
◦
Final Project Execution: Executing field brief and supervising the process until the final deliverables i.e. a draft report or transcripts are produced
◦
Quality Control: Review and ensure that high quality standards of work are maintained on all: Project documents, Project plans, Field execution, Draft study materials, Draft reports, Data- Final Transcripts
◦Client Relationship Management & Business Development: Ensuring that the client is regularly updated on the progress of the project
◦
Research Design: Providing input into the design of relevant research instruments (questionnaires, discussion guides, interviewer briefs, sampling plans, etc)
◦
Report Writing: Write accurate and insightful reports, keeping proposal requirements and objectives in mind, adhering to relevant Ipsos- Synovate standards
◦
Presentations: Ensure that a presentation review meeting is set up with senior Research Executive/ Senior Research Manager, Design presentation according to client and company standards
◦
Team & People Management: Responsible for coaching/ on the job training for junior team members, pro-actively responsible for their own learning and development, promote team spirit
REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge &Skills:
◦
A relevant University Degree
◦
A minimum of 2 years experience in market research
◦
Good knowledge of market research methodologies (preferably with an emphasis on quantitative research, but having both quantitative & qualitative experience will be an advantage)
◦
Strong numeric skills
◦
Excellent command of spoken and written English and Kiswahili
◦
Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
◦
Team leadership and project management skills.
◦
Strong analytical skills
◦
Excellent computing skills especially in MSWord, Excel & PowerPoint
How to Apply
If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated professionals, with a strong commitment to Ipsos-Synovate’s values. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit/e-mail a CV and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in specified position to careers-ug@synovate.com.
Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached.
Deadline for all applications: 17th February 2012, 5pm.
Synovate Uganda. Plot 32 Nakasero Rd. P.O Box 21571, Kampala-Uganda. Tel: (+256)41237990/1 . Fax:(+256)41347195. www.ipsos.com I www.synovate.com
