Qualification: BA/BSc

Job Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in a research related field

Role Overview

This is a junior support role. The main purpose being to ensure the smooth running of research projects and overall handling of project logistics with supervision and to provide a safe pair of hands.

The main purpose as a Junior Research Executive, your primary responsibility is to assist and collaborate in the design, execution, and delivery of projects as well as developing of strong foundations in research-based consulting.

Job Details

As a Junior Research Executive, within the Qualitative or Quantitative research business, you are expected to:

• Assist with day-to-day client support to translate data into compelling stories;


• Start building relationships with our clients through day-to-day interaction;

Education and qualification

• Completed tertiary education - Degree in Marketing, Economics, Social Studies, Statistics, Psychology, and Business Management preferred.


• Previous market research exposure an advantage.

Capabilities

Technical skills

• Analytical ability with proven numeracy skills (Skills must be tested).


• Knowledge of basic statistics an advantage


• Computer literacy – proficiency on all MS Office packages (preferably conversant with Google drive) and ability to master other needed business tools. Business writing skills.


• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


• Working knowledge of different types of charts an advantage.


• Able to identify patterns and commonalities between seemingly disparate data points/observations.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Timely delivery of assignments/Deadline orientated with an ability to handle stress/work under pressure

Soft Skills

• Values teamwork


• Ability to multitask


• Good leadership skills/Takes Initiative/self-starter


• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal/external clients using logical reasoning and problem-solving skills


• An ability to build positive relationships with internal and external clients.


• Natural curiosity, a can-do attitude and comfort with exploring problems to find solutions.


• Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability for work


• Customer service orientation