Job Vacancy at Initiate International

Initiate International is one of the world’s largest research agencies with their presence in Lagos, Nigeria. This global team advises on everything from brand, communications and innovation to shopper activation and customer relationships.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, QUALITATIVE

JOB SUMMARY
As the Associate Director, Qualitative you will be responsible for the complete management of business, with direct responsibility managing client relationships and projects and building a strong qualitative team. This role encompasses covering strategic planning, talent management, and delivery of financial targets

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Your key responsibilities as the Associate Director, Qualitative in Lagos, Nigeria will include:
Develop measurable business/financial goals for self and others
Be accountable for and drive financial performance for your business unit - achieve annual agreed revenue growth and profitability
Develop an expertise led organization that aims to exceed client expectations, anticipate future needs and deliver excellence
Engage in high level client interaction to hunt and lead the development of big business opportunities
Actively promote a learning culture that accelerates the development of expertise

REQUIREMENTS
At least a HND/B.Sc or equivalent in Statistics, any of the Sciences
10 - 15 years of market research - related industry experience
Demonstrate excellence as a Qualitative practitioner and view Qualitative as a strategic, consultative tool
Strong marketing (research) knowledge – at least 5 to 10 years’ experience Good leadership skills with a particular emphasis on coaching and mentoring
Passionate about solving strategic problems through creative, custom solutions
Previous working in an environment where you can partner with clients on their most critical business challenges
You have depth of experience in strategic qualitative work, in ethnography based research and in using cultural insight to solve client problems

TO APPLY
Applicants should send their CV's to: jhb@initiateinternational.co.za

Note: If you do not receive any feedback within 7 days of your application, please be advised that you were not successful in making the shortlist.

DUE DATE: 30 March, 2017