What is the role?

Working closely with Gemba’s Insights, Marketing and Strategy teams, the Insights Analyst will be responsible for project managing, implementing and reporting world-class research projects for Gemba clients, applying both quantitative (primary focus) and qualitative research methodologies.  Examples of our high-profile projects include a multi-country research study to support the development of 2018 FIFA World Cup, marketing plans for Coca Cola and facilitating focus groups to support adidas category brand propositions.  You will also play a key role in managing the biggest Sport and Entertainment proprietary research program in China.

You will be required to deliver high quality client deliverables through efficient and effective practices.  This includes supporting the development of research methodologies and questionnaires, extracting data from databases and proactively looking for potential insights then preparing “client ready” documents by charting data in an impactful manner.

There will be opportunities to develop your consulting skills by working frequently and closely with internal and external stakeholders including Gemba Clients and Research partners.  This is a great opportunity to be solely responsible for specific research initiatives and maintaining relationships.

Who are we looking for?

This key role requires an Insights Analyst with at least 2-3 years of market research experience (consulting /agency side) with a focus on managing research projects on behalf of a range of clients.  Quantitative research skills are a must with qualitative experience an added bonus. A good understanding of general business principles, with relevant tertiary qualifications in commerce, marketing, statistics or market research is essential as is a passion to build a career in market research, focusing on Sport & Entertainment. Advanced PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills are required as is experience with Q software (or similar data software) and Questionnaire design.  Additional skills and experience required include –

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Advanced data manipulation and processing skills
• Strong understanding of data quality control measures
• A clear understanding of questionnaire design principles and question formats
• Some advanced statistical capabilities are an advantage (e.g. regression / path analysis) and experience with SPSS also a strong plus!
• A proven ability to manage research trackers, including technical aspects of sampling and quota management
• The ability to understand and interpret business/marketing information and research
• A proven capability in identifying and communicating key insights
• The ability to prepare ‘client ready’ final documents
• Being confident in dealing with clients including presenting report findings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Qualitative research capabilities are an advantage, or at a minimum you must have the desire to learn how to undertake qualitative projects
• Experience with dashboards (management/uploads) is also favourable but not essential

This is a great opportunity to join the Gemba team who are well respected as thought leaders in the exciting and dynamic Sports and Entertainment category.

How to apply for this job?

Written applications including a CV and COVER LETTER should be addressed to Tiffany Cant,  Head of People & Culture and emailed to careers@thegembagroup.com

Applications close Friday 14 July 2017

What is the role?

Working closely with Gemba’s Marketing and Strategy teams, the Head of Insights will be responsible for managing the Insights team in the delivery of Consumer and Market Insights which will ultimately support our client projects. Reporting to the CEO, the role is charged with developing and commercialising the Gemba Global Proprietary Research program, managing customised research for clients across Asia Pacific and developing and managing a service offer to help clients analyse their data and extract insights/implications.

Additionally, you will manage the existing Gemba Market Insights Program whilst contributing to the ongoing development of Gemba Intellectual Capital. New business development is a key requirement of this role therefore experience presenting to senior and middle management teams is a must, as is proven lead generation experience and sales planning.

There is a great opportunity to lead and develop an existing research team of 7 so you’ll need to have excellent people skills and demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.

Who are we looking for?

This key senior role is part of the Gemba Leadership Team and demands an experienced and highly connected researcher with proven experience developing customised research programs and a person with senior strategic planning skills. You will have at least 12 years of Research experience in developing customised research programs supported by sound research skills with the ability to extract and analyse data to uncover key insights.  Additional skills and experience required include –

• Strong research capabilities within a business context
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed people management skills
• Excellent analytical and creative thinking abilities
• Advanced PowerPoint, Word, SPSS, Q Software and Excel skills (or program equivalents)
• Experience with different data visualisation techniques and tools

This is an outstanding opportunity to bring your strategic research skills to a market leading business in the most dynamic of industries.

How to apply for this job?

Written applications including a CV and COVER LETTER should be addressed to Tiffany Cant, Head of People & Culture and emailed to careers@thegembagroup.com

Applications close Friday 28 July 2017

Note: You must hold the right to live and work in Australia

Who’s Gemba

As the authority in Sport & Entertainment, Gemba connects brands with fans through the power of passion, and assists rights holders to maximise their potential. We’re working with well-known companies on their sponsorship campaigns… ANZ, Cadbury, Coca-Cola, Fonterra, Vodafone and SKYCITY. Plus we help organisations like NZ Rugby, Wellington Phoenix, Sport New Zealand, Paralympics NZ, NZ International Film Festival, Queenstown Winter Festival and Creative New Zealand understand and develop their commercial capability.

A little about the role

This is a terrific opportunity for a smart and inquisitive analyst to not only direct our New Zealand insights offer, but be part of a wider global team that manages the best sport and entertainment insights programme in the world, which now spans eighteen countries.

Working from our Auckland office, you’ll bring a dynamic approach and a reassuring discipline to all you do, plus you’ll revel in working with a tight and empathetic team that achieves remarkable results. Passion for sport and entertainment is one of the key metrics of our research study, and you’ll be encouraged to explore your enthusiasm for any of these activities by attending live events, meeting industry people and watching how fans behave when they are doing what they love the most.  We talk about Going to Gemba, and that means getting out there and immersing yourself in those leisure activities – after all, how can you call yourself the authority if you haven’t been amongst it?!

We want to hear your opinions, ideas and career aspirations.  Around here autonomy means leading the way, being proactive and developing new ways of thinking; not being left alone, unsupported and then blamed when the output is different to expectations. We want you to proudly tell your friends about the Gemba culture, but also bring respect and an energy that adds to that ethos and reinforces the positive environment.

The non-negotiables:

• A burning passion, a respectful attitude and unashamedly organised
• Proven analytical skills – ideally with quantitative research studies
• Significantly above-average use of the word “why?”
• Personally motivated, accomplished at project management and a reputation for high standards
• Strong communications skills and a natural ability for developing relationships
• Adept at producing clear and visually compelling presentations

How to apply for this job?

Written applications including a CV, cover email and details of what you’re personally passionate about in sport or entertainment, should be addressed to Vicki Nikitins, People & Culture Co-ordinator.

Applications close Friday 14 July, but don’t tempt fate and wait to apply until that inauspicious day!

Note: You must hold the right to live and work in New Zealand

Who is Gemba?

Gemba is a leading Sports & Entertainment consultancy with offices in Australia, New Zealand and Asia and an enviable client list across the sporting, entertainment and consumer goods sector.

Our Marketing team work with brands to understand and identify how they can connect with their target audience through Sport and Entertainment. We achieve this through a considered and rigorous approach that is underpinned by consumer insights.

Outstanding people and culture are at the heart of our business and we judge ourselves on actions and behaviours. We take our values seriously. We measure them, hold ourselves accountable and hire accordingly. We invest in our people by offering a wide range of employee benefits designed to provide a positive, fun and balanced work/life experience.

A little about the role

You will be working with a number of our largest corporate clients such as Sanitarium and St.George Bank to manage the day to day workflow of their sponsorships including the development and project management of marketing communications and content campaigns. You will be responsible for developing strong client relationships based on trust and integrity through effective client management.

The role will require you to be heavily involved in managing and supporting the estimating and budgeting process to ensure optimal profitability on projects and maximum client impact. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing external vendors, completing post-analysis event case studies and the sharing of learnings with the team whilst contributing to the collection of market insights.

A little about you

You will have tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Advertising or Communications and ideally have experience in an agency role. You must have experience in managing the execution of marketing communications. This includes Content, Advertising Production, Sponsorship and / or Digital from creative brief to production delivery.

Your excellent communication and organisational skills, attention to detail and stakeholder management will set you apart from other applicants. You will thrive in a fast paced, busy environment that will see you work across a multitude of tasks at any one time.

An energetic personality is important; we are seeking a hardworking, diligent marketing professional but you must have the ability to let your hair down and have a laugh with the fantastic team that surrounds you.

More specifically, you will have:

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in managing the execution of marketing communications (i.e. Content, Advertising Production, Sponsorship, Digital) from creative brief to production delivery
• Proven experience in key stakeholder management including liaising with clients and other external agencies
• Experience in managing large budgets (in excess of $1.0 Million) and negotiating with external vendors
• Good understanding of the communication planning process and the creative development process
• Good spread sheet skills for the purposes of managing budgets
• Strong project management skills, including process and procedures (e.g. critical paths, project plans)
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Valid ‘Working With Children’ Check and a Current Driver’s License

During activations and specific projects, you will need to be prepared to work outside of normal office hours.

This is a great opportunity to join the Gemba team who are well respected as thought leaders in the exciting and dynamic Sports and Entertainment category.

How to apply for this job?

Written applications including a CV and COVER LETTER should be addressed to Vicki Nikitins, People & Culture Co-ordinator and emailed to careers@thegembagroup.com

Applications close Friday 14 July 2017

Note: You must hold the right to live and work in Australia

• The placement must be done as a requirement of a tertiary education or training course.
• The placement is unpaid
• The placement will be for a set period of time depending on the requirement of the course.

To apply, please send your CV/Resume to careers@thegembagroup.com

Unfortunately we are unable to offer work experience placements to secondary school students or to graduates who have completed their university degree.

For 3rd year tertiary students who are not required to complete placement hours as part of their degree but are still studying, we will consider applications pending an official request from your University.