Analyst (Mandarin speaker)

PSA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PSA in Kuala Lumpur invites applications for an Analyst (Mandarin speaker). Fresh graduates are encouraged, especially with writing and research experience. The role involves online media research in English and Mandarin, data analysis, and report writing.

You will collect, collate and analyze data, maintain records, manage communications, conduct interviews with subject matter experts, and monitor project budgets while delivering well-researched documents with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in the social sciences.
• Professional fluency (both written and spoken) in English and Mandarin.
• Academic and/or work experience in political and/or social analysis, investigations or related research.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adept at online research.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication and ability to produce professional-level research in English.
• Self-motivated, capable of delivering well-researched documents with minimal supervision.
• Project management skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online media and social media research in English and Mandarin.
• Effectively collect, collate and analyze data.
• Write, package and edit reports in English based on research.
• Maintain accurate records of project-related tasks.
• Manage and respond to project-related communications (including emails).
• Prepare and conduct interviews with subject matter experts.
• Accurately monitor project budgets.

Skills

Bilingual English/Mandarin

Research

Data analysis

Report writing

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in social sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PSA is currently seeking an Analyst (Mandarin speaker) to join our Kuala Lumpur office. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, especially if they have experience with writing and research.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct online media and social media research in English and Mandarin.
• Effectively collect, collate and analyze data.
• Write, package and edit reports in English, based on research carried out including research by other team members.
• Maintain accurate records of project related tasks.
• Manage and respond to project related tasks and communications (including emails).
• Prepare and conduct interviews with subject matter experts.
• Accurately monitor project budgets.

Minimum qualifications and requirements:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in the social sciences.
• Professional fluency (both written and spoken) in English and Mandarin.
• Academic and/or work experience in the fields of political and/or social analysis, investigations or other related field of research.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adept at online research.
• Strong level of attention to details and good analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication skills and must be able to produce professional-level research and reports in English.
• Professional and motivated self-starter capable of delivering well researched documents with minimum supervision.
• Project management skills and the ability to work effectively either independently or as part of a team.
• Able to manage multiple competing deadlines and effectively prioritize workload to deliver project deadlines.