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Job Summary

The research analyst’s primary duty is to perform research, collect and analyze information, and use the data to problem-solve and improve the decision-making and efficiency of a business.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing past operations' results and performing variance analyses.
• Identifying and analyzing innovation and technology trends and forecasts and recommending improvements to the business processes.
• Researching market trends, conducting surveys, analyzing data from competitors, and analyzing the business's operations, expenditures, and customer retention to identify patterns of potential issues or improvements.
• Using data analysis and interpretations to guide the decision-making of the business.
• Using statistical, economic, and data modeling techniques and tools.
• Organizing and analyzing data, creating charts and graphs, and presenting your findings to the leadership team.
• Providing recommendations to improve future business operations.
• Organizing and storing data for future research projects.
• Testing processes, policies, and protocols for efficiency and improvements.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or associate's degree in economics, finance, statistics, computer science, or related field.
• Experience in applied research or data management is a plus.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and data modelling skills.
• The ability to manipulate large, complex data sets into manageable, understandable reports.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team-working skills.
• Familiarity with data modelling software and Excel software.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

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Job Summary

• The Market Research Associate will research, compile, and analyse information on products and market conditions to guide strategic thinking, forecast economic and industry trends while providing information for players in the market.
• He/She will also be responsible for conducting data and statistical analysis while managing a team that supports his/her role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and define the objective of research projects; and determine the best methods to use to meet those objectives.
• Draft questionnaires, polls, surveys, and other data collection resources.
• Research and compile data related to current business operations, customer demographics and interest, and factors influencing the business environment. 
• Summarize and analyze data; make recommendations related to research findings. 
• Publish report findings, complete with graphs illustrating data and written text explaining complex findings. 
• Identify potential opportunities through research.
• Forecast and track industry trends based on collected data. 
• Deliver reports and presentations of findings to management and/or executive leadership.
• Review and Interpret survey results and draft reports
• Support strategic and operational activities within the organization.
• Oversee and report on market place information to offer input into survey updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics or a related field. Master’s a bonus.
• Four (4) years’ experience in market research and data analysis
• Experience is market research software.
• Analytical thinker with strong theoretical and research proficiencies.
• Ability to gather large amounts of data and convert it into meaningful analysis.
• Solid organizational, time management skills and detail oriented.
• Strong proficiency in math, web analytics and business research tools.
• Brilliant written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex information into a user-friendly format.
• Proven track record in managing and developing a team.
• Ability to think creatively.

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Job Summary

• The Corporate Sustainability Associate is a motivated and dynamic individual, who will oversee the organization’s Theory of change and implementation of its ESG framework.
• He/she has a client-facing role, which will involve managing impact related relationships (be it through grants or commercial engagement).
• He/she will work with other members of the team to provide support on client engagements such as materiality assessments, writing sustainability reports, responding to ESG (environmental, social and governance) ratings, rankings and reports, as well as grant sourcing and setting sustainability goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct desk-based benchmarking and research on clients, industries, and market trends.
• Analyse client documentation and identify improvement opportunities (gap analysis).
• Synthesize research findings into key themes, analyse information to develop conclusions, and draft recommendations for client deliverables.
• Impact grant project development, sourcing, and management.
• Support development and maintenance of ESG framework
• Identify opportunities to boost Sustainability and ESG activities.
• Support the development of corporate sustainability reports, including outlining, writing, editing, and proofreading content and other client communications.
• Participate in client meetings and workshops and maintain required documentation.
• Assist in general business development research, marketing, and other development tasks.
• Support ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to effectively manage projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Agriculture, Environmental science or a related field, with master’s degree in relevant field a plus.
• Four (4) years’ experience in Sustainability/Grant management/ESG
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Superb written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface effectively within multiple levels of consulting staff and client personnel.
• Penchant for service excellence and a collaborative style.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently. Some travel may be required to support a wide array of projects and clients.
• High level proficiency in use of Microsoft Office programs—comfort with complicated Excel formulas, pivot tables, etc., plus ability to present information succinctly and visually in PowerPoint, sophisticated data analysis a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in business consulting and environmental/social issues (through related coursework, previous employment, or personal endeavours).

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Job Summary

• We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and creative Social Media Analyst to join our team.
• As a Social Media Analyst, you will be responsible for developing and implementing AFEX’s social media strategy in order to increase our online presence and improve our marketing and sales efforts.
• You will be working closely with Corporate Communications Squad.

Responsibilities

• Perform research on current benchmark trends and audience preferences
• Design and implement social media strategy to align with business goals
• Set specific objectives and report on ROI
• Generate, edit, publish, and share engaging content daily (e.g. original text, photos, videos, and news)
• Monitor SEO and web traffic metrics
• Collaborate with other teams, like marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure brand consistency
• Communicate with followers, respond to queries in a timely manner, and monitor customer reviews
• Oversee social media accounts’ design (e.g. Facebook timeline cover, profile pictures, and blog layout)
• Suggest and implement new features to develop brand awareness, like promotions and competitions
• Stay up to date with current technologies and trends in social media, design tools, and applications

Requirements

• BSc degree in Marketing or relevant field
• Proven work experience as a Social media manager
• Hands-on experience in content management
• Excellent copywriting skills
• Ability to deliver creative content (text, image, and video)
• Solid knowledge of SEO, keyword research, and Google Analytics
• Knowledge of online marketing channels
• Familiarity with web design
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and multitasking skills