GeoPoll is a leading research
organization that uses mobile phones to gather direct, real-time insights from
millions of people throughout Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Working with clients including global
brands, media outlets, and international development groups, GeoPoll
facilitates projects that measure vital indicators around the world.
GeoPoll seeks smart, dedicated, and
passionate individuals to join our team, and help us improve the lives of
citizens around the world through the mobile phone.
About this Role: We are currently looking for a seasoned Project Assistant in
Nairobi, Kenya to join the GeoPoll’s Solutions team. This position will be
responsible for working with GeoPoll’s Commercial and Social Business
Development teams to develop and maintain data collection activities across a
global network of research partners.
They will also be responsible for the
oversight of research being conducted at GeoPoll’s Nairobi Call center.
This position will report to the
Feasibility Specialist based out of the Nairobi office.
Key Responsibilities
Project development
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Assist with project outreach to
GeoPoll’s vast network of over 80 international research organizations
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Co-design data collection strategies
that meet GeoPoll and Constituent’s research needs
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Utilize GeoPoll’s variety of survey
modes (SMS, CATI, CAPI, MROC, Mobile Web) to meet project needs
Project oversight
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Assist with the oversight of Nairobi
CATI call center (Computer Assisted Telephone Interviewing)
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Develop project performance trackers
and provide daily updates to GeoPoll constituents
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Maintain strict adherence to
GeoPoll’s Research and ethics standards (confidentiality, anonymity,
transparency)
Team Management
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Coordinate project implementation
strategies with internal GeoPoll teams (Survey Operations, Client Services,
Business Development)
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Provide training support to new
GeoPoll team members
Qualifications and Skills
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2+ years experience in survey design
and project implementation
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2+ years experience in basic data
prep practices (cleaning raw data, analyzing frequencies, building pivot
tables, etc.)
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1+ years experience managing direct
reports
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Extremely self-motivated and highly
organized
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Strong verbal and written
communication skills
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Ability to take initiative and
develop other team members
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Ability to exercise good judgment and
discretion in confidential matters
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Enjoys a fun, dynamic and challenging
work environment within a start-up culture
How to Apply
Interested candidates can email their
CVs, salary history and relevant work examples with the subject “Project
Assistant – Nairobi” to researchcareers@geopoll.com on or before 3rd April
2020.
GeoPoll’s parent company is Mobile
Accord, Inc. Mobile Accord, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes
diversity.
Feel free to check out our website:
https://www.geopoll.com
