Monday, February 10, 2014

infotrak Research and Consulting Research Executives job vacancy

infotrak Research and Consulting
Research Executives
Deadline: 14th February 2014 at 4pm 
Commencement: Immediately
Area of Specification

Data processing and analysis

Job Description
  • The holder of this position will be expected to work with all other departments to ensure received data is analyzed up to standards within timelines.
  • He/She will be expected to develop working templates and samples as will be required.
  • He/She will advise research executives on sampling strategies during proposal writing meant for different projects
  • He/She will be required to ensure all data is correctly and confidentially handled.
  • He/She will be expected to accompany any personnel to such meetings, briefings or conferences where data analysis and processing knowhow is required.
Business Development

Job Description
  • The holder of this position will be expected to prepare and present quality proposals and concept notes on possible research projects to the management and clients.
  • He/She will be expected to pitch proposals and bring in business and projects to ensure the Business Development Division is profitable capable of supporting operations and expenses of the company.
  • He/She will scope for prospective clients and organize meetings to sell, negotiate and agree research projects.
  • He/She will be expected to be a regular client liaison via meetings, email and the telephone
  • He/She will be expected to work with other departments to ensure profitability of the company
Public Policy and Governance Research

Job Description
The holder of this position will be expected; in consultation with other team members, to prepare a comprehensive work plan that ensures the Public Policy and Governance research division grows and becomes profitable.

He/She will formulate, prepare proposals and presentations on possible research projects and present these to clients or senior management. It will be expected that he/she continuously pitch projects to potential clients.

He/She will scope for prospective clients and organize meetings to sell, negotiate and agree research projects; it is their responsibility to look for research briefs and work on the proposals.

He/She will be expected to be the regular client liaison via meetings, email and the telephone.
 
Requirements
  • First degree or higher diploma in statistics, business related course or social sciences
  • Masters in related field is an added advantage
  • A minimum of two(2) years’ experience in data analysis and processing, market or social research
  • Background knowledge in project management, business development or client portfolio management
  • Excellent computer skills (Microsoft office and or statistical packages i.e STATA, SPSS, CS-Pro, EPIDATA)
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexible and able to travel within or outside the country within short notice
  • Ability to work in a team and under minimal supervision
If you meet the above requirements, send your CV with a cover letter and testimonials to the links below:

Research Executive Jobs on offer at Infotrak Research and Consulting.
 
Click on the link below if you are interested in any department.

1. Business development
 
at