Head of Research, Knowledge & Insights

Job Summary

The KPMG Nigeria Head of Research, Knowledge and Insights will drive/support knowledge and insights activities for the Firm and will be responsible and accountable for the availability and quality of knowledge assets contained in Markets repositories. He/she will be responsible for developing and implementing a cohesive strategy that will organise KPMG Nigeria’s thought leadership, research, client insights and knowledge management programmes to deliver quality and value. The role involves close collaboration with the KPMG Nigeria’s Macroeconomic Team, strategic accounts’ teams & Lead Partners, and other KPMG Professionals across both our local and global networks. The individual will also have responsibility for identifying knowledge management and research tools/solutions. The role will also involve managing a small direct team of Knowledge, Research & Insights Analysts.

Job Details

Develop and execute a well thought out strategy for the Research, Knowledge, and Insight’s function, in line with overall objectives of Markets and the firm
Understand and be able to articulate the strategic direction and objectives of the firm. Develop and maintain content strategies, in accordance with the content strategy framework, to meet knowledge requirements
Oversee the firm’s macroeconomic, industry/sector and client research programmes in collaboration with the firm’s macroeconomic team and relevant Partners.
Serve as a single point of contact for the relevant Strategic Growth Initiative (SGI) work stream leads on all matters relating to knowledge management, knowledge sharing and collaboration including identifying means to continuously improve knowledge programs and solutions
Drive the advancement of KPMG Nigeria’s Research, Knowledge, and Insights excellence through the adoption of globally recognized leading practice tools and standards.
Work with the Risk Management function to help ensure Knowledge and Insights entries to local & global knowledge bases do not present a risk in terms of data transfer, reputational risk, client impact, and independence
Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for Division and unit leads on all matters related to Research, Knowledge, and Insights, including knowledge sharing, and collaboration including identifying means to continuously improve Knowledge and Insights programmes and solutions
Establish strong relationships with and act as the conduit for unit and division heads to identify Research, Knowledge and Insights needs/requirements, measures of success, and obtain full participation in the Knowledge and Insights programme
Establish, develop, and manage subject matter expert networks, including identifying measures of success and communicating roles and expectations of all parties.
Manage content architecture for assigned content areas i.e., gather requirements for and maintain knowledge channels around all content areas to facilitate easy access to relevant knowledge and/or expertise
Accountable for ensuring that the firm’s Research, Knowledge, and Insight’s programme leverages leading practices, agreed standards, and aligns with firm-wide KM programs.
Advise on available (and recommended) research, competitive intelligence and Go-To-Market products and services
Gauge knowledge programme effectiveness and return on investment – including metrics collection, analysis, and reporting
Ensure Risk policies related to knowledge sharing and knowledge products are being upheld, including copyright and content licensing agreements
Design, develop, and manage deployment of firm communications and awareness programs related to Research, Knowledge and Insights, knowledge sources and relevant tools in full alignment with broader, approved GS&M Knowledge Strategy
Work with the firm’s Knowledge Management officer and IT unit to manage the rollout and deployment of KM initiatives

Requirements

You’ll help our teams succeed if you have:

M.Sc. or MPhil in Economics
PhD in Economics will be an added advantage
Minimum 8 years of significant experience in research and insights, preferably someone who is currently in a Head of Research and Insights, or in a Senior Research position.
Deep knowledge of insight capabilities which encourage customer-centricity as well as of contemporary qualitative & quantitative research approaches to evidence commercial propositions
Strong project management skills
Collaborative work style with strong teaming instincts and ability to look beyond point/ silo type solutions
Able to lead with minimal direction/supervision with proactive work style
Ability to develop requirements based on leadership input
Strong influencing and negotiation skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Well organized with good prioritization/workload management abilities
Strong people management and development skills
Good understanding of KPMGs marketing and branding principles Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

About Company

KPMG Professional Services

https://home.kpmg.com/ng

KPMG Professional Services and KPMG Advisory Services are the KPMG member firm in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria sinc e 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and intern ational organisations within the Nigerian business community.Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential. At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients to cut through complexities of the business world finding solutions and adding value. Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective give us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firms clients a distinct edge over their competitors. As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depends on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy. Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people and the community, thereby enabling Nigerias success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. The firm has a full complement of 46 partners and over 1000 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax a nd advisory services. KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sec tor in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business perf ormance and operations.