International Project Management

Insight HQ

Like to work in challenging conditions with people from all over the world? Want to make a big impact with your work? Eager to develop your analytical and project management skills? Then Insight HQ is the perfect place for you!

We are a fast-growing digital consultancy agency aimed at companies from the FMCG industry in emerging markets. We think that sharing stories is just as important as living them, that’s why we use the latest technology to create impactful, memorable digital solutions, content and videos that will make our clients shine.

We combine technology with analytical and creative thinking to generate digital end-solutions that are crafted for our client’s specific needs and are designed to be sustainable over time. Our many years of experience in both the consultancy and FMCG industry, our passion for creative solutions, and our strong interest in technological developments give us the drive, expertise, and know-how to design unique digital tools. Our products and services enable our clients to develop more flexible and impactful commercial strategies.

THE JOB:

We are looking for an international project manager that would help us with Trade Census services. We are there from A to Z to assist clients in their effort to identify and enumerate all product selling outlets in a given market/territory. We have assisted multinationals in countries like Iran, Albania, Mauritius, Ethiopia, Papua New Guinea, Mozambique and Singapore and are currently running projects in Myanmar, St. Lucia, Malaysia, Rwanda and Burundi.

This job would be partly based in Amsterdam and on projects in the countries where we operate. You will join a team of project managers from Europe but also Africa and work with already proven tools and processes. It is an exciting opportunity for someone who is adventurous and open to discovering new cultures and competencies.

Daily tasks:

1. Analysis & Quality control – in-depth data analysis to assure data quality is to the required standards for the client.
2. Project Coordination - Manage and coordinate projects from initiation to execution. Responsibilities include managing the different stakeholders, guaranteeing the project objectives by continuously evaluating the planning and project activities, and setting-up and leading meetings.
3. Support – Provide ongoing support to the client. This includes re-training the local projects teams when required and providing quick and creative problem solving.

An average Trade Census project takes 1 to 5 months. You will receive training, practical experience and ongoing support from our team, before going to any of our projects around the world. We are looking for someone to start ASAP in order to have more training time.

YOU:

We are looking for an ambitious individual that thrives in challenging environments. You would be a great fit if you bring:

• A can-do attitude, enthusiasm and the ability to work independently
• A client-oriented and results-based way of working
• Prior Project Management experience
• Affinity with data and the drive to develop your analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Fluent in English, languages spoken in one of the markets such as Spanish, French and Portuguese is a plus

OUR OFFER:

We are a small, yet fast-growing company with an office located in the center of Amsterdam and which is part of the global network of workspaces, called Spaces. It is a dynamic and inspiring environment with easy access to many facilities, which makes it a perfect place to work and meet other people. We are looking forward to welcoming new members to our team and we offer:

• Start-up mentality; a dynamic and flat organization in which your opinion counts
• Opportunity to work closely with large multinationals like Heineken, JTI and Diageo
• Opportunity to travel and work in emerging markets
• A learn on-the-job mentality with lots of freedom and responsibility to enhance your analytical and project management skills
• Intensive coaching and guidance to work on your personal and learning goals
• Access to a larger network of young and inspiring Spaces members

Interested? Apply via Magnet, if you have questions about the role please contact Mumba@insight-hq.com