RESEARCH & INSIGHTS ASSISTANT

Zambeef Products PLC • Temporary • Lusaka & Kitwe • 18h ago

Zambeef Products PLC is the largest integrated cold chain food products and Agribusiness Company in Zambia and one of the largest in the Southern Africa region. It is involved in the primary production, processing, distribution, and retailing of beef, chicken, pork, eggs, dairy, fish, flour, leather, shoes, stock feed, and day-old chicks throughout Zambia and the surrounding region.

Zambeef Products PLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic candidates for the roles outlined below.

RESEARCH & INSIGHTS ASSISTANT (4 – TEMPORARY, 4 MONTHS)

Locations: Lusaka (2) & Kitwe (2)

The Research & Insights Assistant is responsible for supporting Zambeef Products Plc’s customer experience and market performance research through the execution of field interviews, accurate data collection and management, and contribution to high-quality research outputs.

The Required Skills for this Role Include:

Conducting face-to-face interviews with consumers according to the sampling plan.
Applying study screening criteria to ensure eligible participants are selected.
Administering questionnaires and capturing responses using mobile data collection tools while maintaining accurate and complete records.
Assisting in delivering in-store activations, events, and trade show product sampling activities.
Ensuring ethical research practices, including respondent consent and confidentiality.
Assisting with basic data cleaning, daily uploads, and field reporting.
Participating in trainings and briefings to understand research goals and quality expectations.
Supporting quality control checks, including re-interviews or supervisor spot-checks.
Supporting basic data analysis activities.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Diploma or University Degree (completed or final year) in Social Sciences, Business, Marketing, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 year experience; previous experience in research, retail, trade, or in-store activations is an added advantage.
Fluency in English; proficiency in local languages is an added advantage.
Comfortable using mobile devices for data entry and data capture.

The Required attributes for the role include:

Effective verbal communication and ability to interact professionally with diverse respondents.
Attention to detail with strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and ethical conduct.
Ability to work collaboratively under supervision and follow research protocols.
Willingness to work in the field and during activations when required.

Candidates meeting the above criteria should submit handwritten application letters, with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, and contact details of three (3) referees and should be addressed to:

THE HR OPERATIONS MANAGER

Zambeef Products PLC

P/B 17, Woodlands

Lusaka or

Email: Recruitment@zambeef.co.zm

NB. All applicants must verify their local qualifications and/or verify and evaluate their foreign qualifications with the Zambia Qualifications Authority.

Zambeef Products PLC values gender diversity in the recruitment process, and as we promote gender equality, women are strongly encouraged to apply.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 18^th February 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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