Market Researcher

CARE is a leading relief and development non-governmental organization fighting global poverty. Established in 1946, it is now a confederation composed of 14 members and 4 affiliates. In 2016, CARE worked in 84 countries around the world, supporting development and humanitarian aid projects to reach more than 83 million people. While CARE is a large international organization with more than 11,000 employees worldwide, we have a strong local presence: 95% of our staff are nationals of the countries where our programs are run.
CARE International in Lebanon (CIL) is implementing a regional response to the triple crisis and Beirut emergency to meet the immediate and most urgent needs of the women, men, boys and girls. CIL is supporting local communities with their longer-term needs and basic rights through WASH, Shelter, basic assistance, protection, and longer-term economic development solutions and activities in collaboration with local partner organizations in the North, South, Beirut, and Mount Lebanon Governorates.
Objectives
The Market Research service provider will carry out a market assessment targeting the North governorate of Lebanon on 5 pre-identified sectors (textile and handicrafts, manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, agro-food sector and construction, in addition to any relevant sector specified at a later stage) targeting especially Micro and small enterprises in order to better inform entrepreneurs about structural challenges and market opportunities of the local, national and regional market opportunities.
The study will survey a large range of market actors at local and national levels, including public and private actors: business owners, municipalities, chamber of commerce and industry, ministry of economy, relevant civil society organizations. It will also include the analysis of relevant legal frameworks, available secondary data and local and national related strategies and plans. The successful market research service provider will be able to follow the below market assessment outline: 1. Provide an in-depth understanding of the various political, economic, social, legal, and health forces affecting and governing the MSMEs within the selected sectors and subsectors. 2. Analyze the main opportunities and challenges facing the MSMEs and identify ways to mitigate the challenges and benefit from the opportunities in the corresponding sectors and subsectors through the provision of a business support plan based on the various enterprise profiles. 3. Analyze the potential for development of the MSMEs targeted and analyze their potential challenges and needs, in addition to their capacity to create new job opportunities and contribute to local economic growth. 4. Findings and recommendations presented are also intended to inform a wider audience interested in current challenges and opportunities to support Lebanon’s domestic private sector.

Consultant Profile
Education: BS or MS in Business, Marketing, Statistics, or any related field
Experience: minimum of 5 years
Proven Market Research Analysis experience
Adequate knowledge of data collection methods (polls, focus groups, surveys etc.)
Understanding of the Lebanese north markets’ trends and needs.

Please see the TOR Attached for additional information covering the Deliverables and Timeline
Competencies
Excellent knowledge of statistical packages (SPSS, SAS or similar), databases and MS Office
Strong communication and presentation skills
Organized and able to create multiple timelines and schedules
PSEA and Child Safeguarding
CARE International in Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
CARE International in Lebanon and its employees and stakeholders abide by the CARE International Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Child Safeguarding Policies.