Research & Data Manager
kampala * FULLTIME
Vision Group
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design research projects with clear objectives using common qualitative and quantitative marketing research methods, applying the essential research design principles to preserve the integrity of data obtained.
• Proactively align current and future research initiatives with the Data Protection and Privacy laws of Uganda so as to maintain compliance with applicable local legislations.
• Formulate techniques for quality data collection to ensure adequate, accurate, and legitimate data that meets the research needs for the client business units.
• Generate the annual research strategy as well as the quarterly project work plan for the unit with periodic reports circulated along with actionable recommendations for business improvement.
• Devise and implement efficient & secure procedures for data handling and analysis with attention to all technical aspects required by client business units.
• Monitor and evaluate current research procedures in line with the company standards to assess their performance so as to discover ways of enhancing the reliability and validity of the research function.
• Manage the contractual relationships with third-party research companies and independent data sources to protect the integrity of deliverables expected & data sourced on behalf of the company.
• Oversee the interpretation of the data collected and analysed to identify & determine market trends so as to inform the overall strategy of the business units.
• Build the annual and project budgets ensuring budget deviation from approved budget plans is kept at a minimum while meeting stakeholder objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, mathematics, or the sciences.
• Academic and practical experience with a wide array of new product, brand, advertising, and customer satisfaction research methodologies.
• Working Experience:
• At least 3-5 years’ working experience in the Market Research Industry.
• 1-3 years of media experience.
• Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Technical Competences:
• Adequate knowledge of the data protection and privacy laws of Uganda is a MUST.
• Good working knowledge of the SPSS software and databases.
• Ability to interpret and relate data and information collected.
• Demonstrable Project management skills.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical modelling and analysis.
• Managerial and supervisory skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should email their applications, copies of academic certificates and CVs to: recruitment@newvision.co.ug
Deadline: 31st March 2025
Deadline: Expired
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