Key skills: Data Analysis and reporting, desk research, report writing, project management
and communications
Experience: 2-3 years previous agency experience
Topics include: Sustainability/ ESG, reputation and purpose, consumer and stakeholder
engagement
Details: Hybrid office (Stellenbosch) and work from home (flexible)
Start date: As soon as possible
The Role
Are you keen to put your research skills to good use and contribute to a more
sustainable and equitable world? Would you like to be part of a vibrant, global
consultancy with a growing team across five continents?
We are looking for a Research Analyst or Research Executive with 2-3 years’ experience to
join our South Africa team. In collaboration with team members, you will deliver supporting
research components to GlobeScan workstreams and gain exposure to the full research
process to facilitate learning and progression.
You will be working on a diverse range of projects:
- Interpreting consumer attitudes and behaviours associated with sustainable and
healthy living. - Equipping companies with insights on how to take a positive role beyond business
imperatives and help them craft transformative business strategies. - Helping international NGOs understand and maximize their impact globally.
Our projects are almost all about tackling big international challenges and you will get to
work across global topics and with colleagues around the world, so you can discover
different perspectives and maximize your impact.
In this role you will
- Independently carry out advanced statistical analysis of survey data as required and prepare charts and graphs and specs for graphic production of advanced analysis charts.
- Contribute to our wider service offerings including desk research, trends analysis, and benchmarking.
- Manage client information requests, attend client meetings, take notes and attend presentations.
- Work alongside experienced consultants to support design approaches and recommendations for leading global brands across a wide range of sectors, impacting their strategy, communications, and purpose.
- Varied day to day activities including building stakeholder lists, managing fieldwork partners, analysis and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data, report writing, presentations and workshops, and proposal writing.
- You’ll report to South Africa Principal, who will guide you with career development opportunities.
Key Requirements
- 2-3 years’ agency or client-side experience in research, analysis or evidencebased consultancy for clients/internal stakeholders.
- Confidence in analysing, interpreting, and communicating findings from large datasets
- Experience of data analysis/data visualisation or statistical analysis would be advantageous
- A collaborative and proactive team player
- Detail oriented and a commitment to quality
- Clear and concise written communications; comfortable speaking in-person, via video conference and telephone
- Strong skills in MS PowerPoint and Excel
- Fluency in English is essential; fluency/good grasp of an additional language is desirable
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health and Pension contribution
- Company bonus scheme, discretionary and dependent on the profits of the company – eligible after passing probationary period
- 5 weeks annual leave entitlement plus 4 shut-down days over the Christmas holidays
- A commitment to work-life balance and flexible office and home working
- Company-wide, 4-day annual retreat
- Our South Africa office is based in Stellenbosch
About You
We are looking for a team member with a solid grounding in research fundamentals and an inquisitive mindset. You will have good attention to detail and be able to manage multiple tasks and work on a range of projects in tandem. You will be comfortable jumping into projects and learning on the go and working with a diverse global team.
This role will suit someone with a strong interest in social and environmental issues and how business can be a positive force in society, though professional experience in this area is not required.
About GlobeScan
GlobeScan is an independent, international insights and advisory consultancy. Our core
values are here for you to get a feel of what it is to work at GlobeScan.
We work at the intersection of sustainability and ESG, brand and purpose, trust, and
reputation. We partner with leading businesses, NGOs, and governmental organizations to
deliver insights that guide decision-making and build strategies that contribute to a
sustainable and equitable world. Follow this link to see a list of our clients.
Established in 1987, we have offices in Cape Town, Hong Kong, Singapore, London,
Hyderabad, Paris, San Francisco, São Paulo, and Toronto.
GlobeScan is a certified B Corp (a global movement of people using business as a force for
good), we are part employee-owned and driven by our purpose to co-create a sustainable
and equitable future. We are also a participant of the United Nations Global Compact.
GlobeScan is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are
valued and supported to reach their full potential. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the
unique contributions that you can bring, where our diversity is a strength. GlobeScan is
committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and are an equal
opportunity employer.
To Apply
Send your CV and cover letter detailing why you’d like to work for GlobeScan and
why you would be a good fit for the role to careers@globescan.com
Applicants must be eligible to work in South Africa and ideally based in Stellenbosch or Cape
Town.
Closing date for applications: 31 May 2024