Research and Data Analyst at Sponge Limited

Sponge Limited is a leading mobile-first, full service Digital Marketing agency that delivers outstanding Mobile and Digital campaigns for some of the biggest brands across Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Research and Data Analyst
Job Location:
Ikeja, Lagos

Job Description


  • Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, provide ongoing reports and make recommendations
  • Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality
  • Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
  • Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
  • Filter and “clean” data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems
  • Work with management to prioritize business and information needs
  • Locate and define new process improvement opportunities
  • Collect data on consumers, competitors and market place and consolidate information into actionable items, reports and presentations
  • Understand business objectives and design surveys to discover prospective customers’ preferences
  • Perform valid and reliable market research SWOT analysis
  • Use online market research and catalogue findings to databases
  • Provide competitive analysis on various companies’ market offerings, identify market trends, pricing/business models, sales and methods of operation
  • Evaluate program methodology and key data to ensure that data on the releases are accurate and the angle of the release is correct
  • Remain fully informed on market trends, other parties researches and implement best practices

Requirements

  • Proven working experience as a Research and data analyst or business data analyst.
  • Technical Skills - Must have technical depth regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques. Excellent knowledge of statistical packages (SPSS, SAS), database and MS Office
  • Analytical skills - Must be able to understand and interprete large amounts of data and information and to multi-task
  • Communication skills - Market research analysts need strong communication skills when gathering information, interpreting data, and presenting results to clients.
  • Critical-thinking skills - Must assess all available information to determine what marketing strategy would work best for a company.
  • Detail oriented - Must be detail oriented because they often do precise data analysis.
  • Ages 25-30 years (Female or Male)