About Digital Divide Data (DDD)

Digital Divide Data (DDD) is a US-based non-profit, mission-driven enterprise with the goal of using technology and digital skills to bridge the divide between economically and socially marginalized youth and employment opportunities that lead to a sustainable and viable future. DDD identifies talented but underserved youth in Africa and Asia (Kenya, Cambodia, and Laos are the main centers) to enter formal employment, undergo professional training and skills development, and pursue tertiary education. Our headquarters are in New York, and we have over 1,500 employees across our operations in Kenya, Cambodia, and Laos.

Purpose of the role

Digital divide Data is looking to hire a Research Manager to join our team members.  This person will work with our research operations team to provide quality marketing research support services to clients in various industries including Academia, Consumer Packaged Goods, Retail, Financial Services, Healthcare, Technology, Beauty, and Apparel. 

What you will do

• Overseeing core components of research operations. This includes;
• Managing timelines.
• Writing and/or co-writing questionnaires.
• Preparing surveys for programming.
• Managing data collection.
• Overseeing the quality assurance process for survey programs.
• Data tabulations and analysis.
• Assisting with data analysis and reporting as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, statistics, economics, or another related field.
• 5-10 years of supplier side marketing research experience
• 2‐3 years directly overseeing research planning, statistical analysis, and project management.
• Knowledge and understanding of all stages of the quantitative research process and methods
• Ability to draft questionnaires and data tabulation/banner plans based on research objectives
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build effective relationships with teams
•  Ability to take on ownership and accountability over day-to-day project tasks
• Strong organizational and time management/prioritization skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining strong attention to detail
•  Clear, concise communication skills, in both written and oral form
• This is a data-intensive job, so a love of numbers is a must!
• Hands-on advanced knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SPSS 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If interested kindly submit your application on or before 8th June 2022. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.