Junior Research Executive - Nairobi, Kenya - ClerkMaster Consulting

Description

We are your trusted market intelligence consultancy with offices in Nairobi Kenya, Addis Ababa Ethiopia, Dar es salaam, Tanzania and Kampala Uganda and additionally cover markets such as Rwanda, Nigeria and Egypt through our exclusive partners.

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.


Qualification:
BA/BSc


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

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