Job Description

Ref. JB1322827

Senior Executive, Measurement Science
The Nielsen Company

Preparing census study, assessing census results and updating space data.

Annual calculation of ideal sample.

Monthly follow-up and interpretation of ideal actual sample, and reporting it to relevant units incorporating necessary warnings.

Continuous monitoring, analysis and control of the sample.

Monthly determination of sample updating coefficients.

Performing last controls reported client regions.

Computation of margin of error, in line with client demand .

Preparing coverage analysis, when necessary, and interpreting it.

Carrying out the necessary preparations in special project designs (sample, universe).

Ability to interpret quality problems referred to him/her.

Gaining full cognizance of the work flow and operation among all the sections of the unit in which he/she works; learning the use of departmental work flow and follow-up files and making use of the same fully.

Skills

Graduate in Statistics, Mathematics or other related field.

2+ years work experience in the Stats field.

Solid knowledge of Field and Processing Procedures, Standards & Systems.

Demonstrated capabilities to take decisions under pressure.

Leadership and organization capabilities. Able to direct a group.

Company Profile

The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions in marketing information, television and other media measurement. The privately held company is active in more than 100 countries, with headquarters in New York, USA. The Nielsen Company provides measurement and analysis of marketplace dynamics and consumer attitudes and behavior. Clients rely on Nielsen’s market research, proprietary products, analytical tools and professional service to understand competitive performance, to uncover new opportunities and to raise the profitability of their marketing and sales campaigns. The Nielsen Company provides two major services for its Manufacturer and Retailer clients in the Region - Retail Measurement and Consumer Research.

The Nielsen Company has a strong presence in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENAP) region with diversified business in FMCG, Telecom, Automobiles, Finance, Tourism and Government departments. We have more than 1300 employees working in 29 offices in 13 countries across the region. Our MENAP regional head office is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirate. For more about The Nielsen Company please visit www.nielsen.com