Quantitative Researcher (Fixed Term)
Democratic Alliance
2024/12/15   Cape Town


Job Ref #: FHO-QUANRES-003
Industry: Professional
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 11
FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING ONE DAY AFTER THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION IN 2026 The DA is building a future based on Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity for all South Africans. We are looking to recruit committed, dynamic, self-motivated and goal driven individuals in our Research department in Cape Town. Submit your application by 12 January 2025 to be considered for this role.
Job Description

The successful candidates will be responsible for:

  • Conducting as many high-quality survey interviews as possible with residents who meet screening criteria and accurately capturing their responses
Job Requirements

Minimum requirements:

  • National Senior Certificate or equivalent
  • Data capturing experience
  • Read, write and speak English & at least one of the following languages: Afrikaans, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Venda, Xhosa, Xitsonga or Zulu
  • Computer literacy
  • Experience working in a call centre (advantageous)
  • Survey fieldwork experience (advantageous)

Skills:

  • Telephone etiquette
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Attention to detail

Abilities:

  • Work well under pressure
  • Work independently
  • Apply sound judgement

Knowledge and Commitment:

  • Commitment to the Democratic Alliance principles, policies and program of action
  • Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary