Data Solutions - Multi-Country Study - Coordination Administrator

Job Details

Multi-Country Study Coordination Administrator 
Location: Home based with expectation to come in monthly for team meetings 
Job type: Full time (FTE 0.8 considered for the right candidate).

Verian works with clients around the world, providing evidence, insights and advisory services to inspire the next generation of public policy and programmes. We work at the intersection of data, technology, and human understanding. We advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector bodies to make the right decisions and improve people’s lives.

Verian is looking for team member to support the administration of the Data Collection team. Successful candidate will support in all data collection related aspects of multi-country studies in various methodologies like face-to-face, online, telephone or mixed mode. This role focuses on 1. Pricing and supplier administration and 2. Data collection (fieldwork) administration.

Typical projects you’d be involved in are prestigious social and political opinion multi-country surveys with data and evidence collection focus. You will work closely with local suppliers across Europe and beyond as well as our global teams and partners to deliver the best quality. Successful candidate will receive necessary hands-on training and mentoring by experienced team members.

Job Details

Multi-Country Study Coordination Administrator (Band 4)
Location: Home based with expectation to come in monthly for team meetings 
Job type: Full time (FTE 0.8 considered for the right candidate).

Verian works with clients around the world, providing evidence, insights and advisory services to inspire the next generation of public policy and programmes. We work at the intersection of data, technology, and human understanding. We advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector bodies to make the right decisions and improve people’s lives.

Verian is looking for team member to support the administration of the Data Collection team. Successful candidate will support in all data collection related aspects of multi-country studies in various methodologies like face-to-face, online, telephone or mixed mode. This role focuses on 1. Pricing and supplier administration and 2. Data collection (fieldwork) administration.

Typical projects you’d be involved in are prestigious social and political opinion multi-country surveys with data and evidence collection focus. You will work closely with local suppliers across Europe and beyond as well as our global teams and partners to deliver the best quality. Successful candidate will receive necessary hands-on training and mentoring by experienced team members.

Main Responsibilities

Pricing and supplier management related

• Support with Tenders: 
  • Document RFQ materials based on the client specifications.
  • Document best practices, methodologies by market, and local nuances with MCP Executive.
  • Collect direct costs from internal and external sources.
  • Review technical documentation to ensure alignment with costs.
  • Document risks associated with data-collection costs, along with possible mitigations.

• Buying Services:
  • Support active exchanges, briefings, and discussions with suppliers to validate quotes, ensuring specifications are understood and costs are reasonable.

• Supplier Account Management and Relationship Building:
  • Provide administrative support for MCP team.
  • Work to KPIs and support the team to improve KPIs of suppliers where necessary.

Data collection (fieldwork) management related

• Support activities and communication channel between central project team and the local data collection teams
• Administer workflows among various teams to prepare for, conduct and close fieldwork
• Understand survey materials like questionnaires, scripts, samples, survey data and the relationship between these elements
• Support the MCP Executive reviewing quality of fieldwork materials and inputs including survey script/program, translations, briefing materials, sample
• Monitor fieldwork progress and quality based on pre-defined KPIs
• Feedback on any quality issues and coordinate timely corrective actions by respective teams
• Support local teams with tools, processes and ways of working; organize briefings and trainings for local teams as needed
• Document and administer project timelines.
• Document tools and processes, proactively identify potential efficiencies and propose innovations
• Review compliance and data protection against country and EU wide regulations.
• Support the team in the ongoing projects and any other needed tasks

Requirements

• A good understanding and interest of social and political opinion research and offline data collection methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and solid proficiency in Excel, including the use of pivot tables, lookup formulas and other advanced functions for analysis and reporting.
• Proven communication and coordination skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong focus on time and risk management
• Creative, positive and problem-solving mindset
• Open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity in a multicultural environment
• Language skills: Fluent in English (C1 or C2), any other European language is a plus

Why Join Us?

At Verian, you’ll work on impactful social research that shapes public policy and improves lives. At Verian, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas for improvement are valued.

We offer flexible working, a strong commitment to wellbeing, and real opportunities for professional growth. Here, you’ll be empowered to develop your career while making a meaningful difference.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re happy to accommodate you.

Apply now and make your impact at Verian!

At Verian, you’ll work on impactful social research that shapes public policy and improves lives. At Verian, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas for improvement are valued.

We offer flexible working, a strong commitment to wellbeing, and real opportunities for professional growth. Here, you’ll be empowered to develop your career while making a meaningful difference.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re happy to accommodate you.

Apply now and make your impact at Verian!