Market Research Associate at Koko Networks

The Market Research Associate - Climate will support the development of KOKO’s Climate function. Together with a small team in Nairobi, Kenya, he/she performs a broad range of activities that largely involve Monitoring and Evaluation assessments. Core to the role is to perform both qualitative and quantitative assessments of Customers, Agents, and local (Governmental) stakeholders. From initial data gathering (through desk and/or field exercises), to processing data with relevant tools, and presenting the data in standardized reporting formats.

You will operate cross-functional and work closely with the broader Market Research team as well as our Climate department.

What You Will Do

• Execute (baseline) assessments in various regions in Kenya that determine the carbon offset of charcoal and firewood users.
• Pre-assessment through desk research to estimate the carbon yield potential in new geographies. Project validations and audit preparations that adhere to GS4GG and CDM protocols.
• Visit stakeholders (e.g., Customers) to explain the process and purpose of carbon assessments.
• Support KOKO stakeholders with necessary information about climate related initiatives.
• Address stakeholder concerns and provide feedback to the KOKO team and evaluating entities.
• Collect data from primary and secondary data sources that feed into carbon research reports.
• Record the process of charcoal production through observations and field interviews. Participate in staff intra/inter-departmental teams to complete multi-disciplinary research projects.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree from a university. Basic understanding of (field) research is required.
• 1+ years of work experience in a research related role.
• Familiar with modern business solutions and software enabled industries.
• English and Kiswahili proficiency.