Senior In-Market Qualitative Research Consultant Food & Beverage / International Trade

Location: Metro Manila (Fieldwork)

Job Type: Short-Term Independent Contractor / Consultancy

Project Duration: 6–8 Weeks

Compensation: Hourly + 100% Direct Field Transit Reimbursement

About INSIGLOBEX LLC & Project Overview

INSIGLOBEX LLC is a U.S.-based international trade research and market intelligence firm, INSIGLOBEX is executing a comprehensive market assessment of the beverage alcohol and hospitality sectors across Southeast Asia.

We are soliciting competitive applications for a Senior In-Market Qualitative Research Consultant based in Metro Manila, Philippines.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, commercially savvy qualitative research specialist to lead high-level stakeholder engagement in Ho Chi Minh. The consultant will engage executive gatekeepers—including primary alcohol importers, 5-star hotel/resort F&B directors, premier speakeasy managers, customs brokers, and trade association leaders—to evaluate market access barriers, regulatory tariffs, supply chain dynamics, and commercial opportunities for imported craft spirits.

Key Responsibilities

• Sampling Plan Development: Build and finalize an approved target list of 15+ executive interview candidates across the local beverage ecosystem.

• Stakeholder Outreach & Scheduling: Coordinate and confirm structured in-person or virtual interviews with key decision-makers.

• Key Stakeholder Interview Execution: Conduct 12 to 15 structured qualitative interviews (30–45 minutes each) in English following provided interview guides.

• Compliance & Consent Protocols: Secure signed or voice-recorded informed consent from 100% of participants prior to interview execution in compliance with federal research ethics.

• Briefing Summaries: Draft concise, publication-ready 1-to-2 page Key Key Stakeholder Interview Summaries in English for each completed interview utilizing standardized templates.

• Time & Expense Logging: Submit accurate daily timesheets and field travel receipts for audit compliance.

Note on Scope Clarity: This position is strictly focused on executive-level qualitative interviews. Field retail audits, store price logging, bottle photography, GIS mapping, and full country report drafting are explicitly handled by separate project teams and are out-of-scope for this role.

Qualifications & Selection Criteria

• Professional Experience: 5+ years of demonstrated success in qualitative research, market access consulting, international trade policy, or senior F&B/hospitality sector analysis. USAID or US Agency experience a plus!

• Executive Network Access: Proven ability to access and engage high-level decision-makers (importers, hotel F&B directors, customs officials, trade group leaders).

• Language Proficiency: Professional fluency in spoken and written English is required. Fluency in Vietnamese is highly preferred.

• Technical Capabilities: Access to reliable audio recording equipment/smartphone, mobile connectivity, and proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel.

• Ethics & Grant Standards: Uncompromising commitment to data integrity, research ethics, confidentiality, and federal grant compliance standards.

Compensation & Payment Terms

• Hourly Rate

• Contract Cap: 1 month

• Expense Reimbursement: Direct local transit expenses (e.g., Grab rides, local taxis) to/from interview locations are reimbursed at 100% actual cost against valid digital/physical receipts.

• Disbursement Schedule: Invoices are disbursed monthly upon verification of submitted timesheets, raw audio recordings, signed consent records, and approved English Summaries.

Equal Opportunity & Federal Compliance Notice

INSIGLOBEX LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This procurement is conducted in strict accordance with U.S. Federal Grant Guidelines (2 CFR Part 200).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit application materials directly via LinkedIn.

Qualitative Research Consultant – Manila

Please include:

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume detailing qualitative research and trade experience.
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3. Cover Letter / Statement of Interest summarizing your local network and access to F&B/trade decision-makers.
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5. English Writing Sample (e.g., a past executive summary, research brief, or interview report).

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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