Data Processing Manager - Pan Africa Hub

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Ipsos is an innovative, entrepreneurial, client-focused organisation, providing research services to clients on a global basis. We set ourselves high standards and aim to work collaboratively in partnership with our teams in order to service our clients most effectively.
 

We are a prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa. 

We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business and social issues.

Data Processing Manager - Pan Africa Hub

This role exists to provide the overall direction, coordination, planning, and operation of the Data Processing Centre. 

The role holder schedules and directs day to day operations of core processing systems and the data processing production environment to ensure efficient, effective, and timely service is provided.
 

He or she also works closely with clients and Project Managers on a variety of issues and projects and performs direct supervisory duties of department staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Participate in job set-up meetings to ensure clear understanding of data processing requirements
• Advice Line Manager or Research Executives on estimated time required to complete a job and other key timings
• Coach and mentor Senior Data Processing Executives on people management and technical aspects
• Monitor and assist in organization the delivery of complex projects and resolve problems swiftly
• Translating the needs of the client/ Project Managers into instructions for DP and for the production vendor (and vice-versa)
• Work allocation to the various teams
• Prepare tables check for consistency, accuracy and logic
• Hand over tables to Executive in format required
• Manage error-free creation of data for projects within specified time, resource and budget restrictions
• Offer solutions and alternatives when problems arise
• Develop and maintain program delivery schedules
• Identify training needs of the DP staff and ensure that they are trained in all the relevant areas
• Communication particularly with regard to progress on achieving deadlines

The Person:
 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• First Degree in Mathematics/Statistics or a relevant business related field. A postgraduate qualification in data management will be an added advantaged
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a full service market research company with at least 3 years experience as a Senior Data Processing Executive
• Logical mindset and good technical problem solving skills (key requirement)
• Team management and work scheduling experience
• Strong Data Analysis skills with proficiency in SPSS, Quanvert and Quantum
• Proficiency in creating new processes by being able to evaluate existing, and developing new solutions as needed
• Outstanding Communication and Leadership skills
• Strong People Development skills
• Sound trouble-shooting skills
• Exceptional time management skills
• The ability to build strong links with the rest of the business
• Commitment to exceptional client service
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills
• Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook
• Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
• High integrity

If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!
 

Please email a CV and covering letter explaining why you are interested in this position to careers-ke@ipsos.com. 

Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached. 

Include “Data Processing Manager” in the cover letter and email subject header.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Deadline for application: Friday, 26th April 2013, 5pm

For more information on Ipsos-Synovate please visit:www.ipsos.com