Chief Panel Architect – TV Audience Measurement

NielsenIQ; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer intelligence company is seeking a Head of Panel Management responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the national TV audience measurement panel in South Africa. This role involves ensuring compliant and high-quality panels while overseeing recruitment, quality assurance, and vendor management. Candidates should have 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in leadership, with a strong understanding of South African demographics and audience measurement methodologies. This position offers flexible working and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 8+ years in audience measurement, field operations, or panel management.
• 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of South African demographics and governance.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the panel management strategy.
• Oversee panel recruitment campaigns and ensure compliance.
• Monitor panel health KPIs and implement engagement programs.

Skills

Audience measurement expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Job description

A global consumer intelligence company is seeking a Head of Panel Management responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the national TV audience measurement panel in South Africa. This role involves ensuring compliant and high-quality panels while overseeing recruitment, quality assurance, and vendor management. Candidates should have 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in leadership, with a strong understanding of South African demographics and audience measurement methodologies. This position offers flexible working and various employee benefits.