Market research specialist , Kazakhstan

Chemonics seeks a short-term market research specialist for the ​Trade and Accession Facilitation for Afghanistan II (TAFA II) project. The market research specialist will be based in Almaty, Kazakhstan for approximately one month. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

 

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct comprehensive statistical analysis on the demand for marble, dried fruits and nuts, and fresh fruits in Kazakhstan, in addition to analysis on the sustainability of the demand
• Identify countries from which Kazakhstan imports dried fruits and nuts, fresh fruits, and marble;  the total commodity value in U.S. dollars; and the overall quantity imported of each commodity
• Identify the key trade areas (i.e. wholesale markets) in Kazakhstan for the sale of marble, dried fruits and nuts, and fresh fruits
• Identify and compile a database of companies interested in working with Afghan traders and attending business-to-business meetings in Almaty 

Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree or equivalent years of professional experience required
• Experience conducting market surveys in Kazakhstan
• Strong background in market analysis of high value products
• In-depth knowledge of the Kazakhstan's private sector
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and versatility
• Fluency in Kazakh, proficiency in Russian, and proficiency in English (written and spoken)

​Application Instructions: 

Please send electronic submissions to Jobs1@tafa-af.com by April 29, 2013. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. 

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "TAFA II Market research specialist" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

 

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.​