Research Executive - QUAL Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Research Executive

Main Purpose of the Job

To provide research support to Client Services (Qualitative).

Key responsibilities

Writing market research proposals (with appropriate training)

Designing research approaches (with appropriate training)

Attending and running focus groups and in-depth interviews (with appropriate training)

Analysis of research outputs and writing reports (with appropriate training)

MB expects all employees to adhere to the requirements of our quality management system which is certified to ISO20252

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience

  • A university degree and/or business school degree
  • Has ideally studied either Anthropology, Philosophy, Psychology and other social sciences
  • Has ideally studied abroad
  • Fluent in English and with Swahili. French will be an added advantage
  • Technical Competencies Required
  • Experience working in an office environment
  • Good computer literacy (e.g. Microsoft office)
  • Possible work experience in a different country (client or agency side)

Personal/Behavioural Competencies
  • A keen interest in business and brands (local and international)
  • A natural fascination and curiosity with people & behaviours
  • The ability to see behaviours and attitudes for what they are vs. judging and dismissing those which they do not like
  • A flexibility and able to adapt to new surroundings/situations with ease
  • Should be willing to travel across East Africa (regularly) and the rest of Africa
  • Considers themselves to be thoughtful and intellectually curious
  • Is likely to be interested in the arts, writing, theatre, drama, and other creative pursuits
  • A love of reading and literature in general
  • Engaged with social media
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills

Reports to:- Qualitative Director

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the requirements are encouraged to send their application/CV to nancy.ntinu@millwardbrown.com   


The closing date for receiving applications is 30th September, 2013.