Company Description

About Grab and our workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia’s leading superapp. We are dedicated to improving the lives of millions of users across the region by providing them everyday services such as deliveries, mobility, financial services, enterprise services and others. More than that, we provide the opportunity for them to have a better life. And that aspiration starts inside Grab because we believe in a seamless blend of work and home life, making every aspect of life better for all.

Guided by The Grab Way, which spells out our mission, how we believe we can achieve it, and our operating principles—the 4Hs: Heart, Hunger, Honour and Humility—we work to create economic empowerment for the people of Southeast Asia. With our unwavering commitment to our values, we believe that we're more than a service provider; we're agents of positive change.

Job Description

The Day-to-Day Activities:

• Work with the TFGI Programme Manager to develop and execute research programmes for the institute, including conceptualising, initiating and undertaking research activities, such as supporting research and landscape analysis on social and economic issues accelerated by technology and tech-enabled business models in Southeast Asia
• Support the TFGI Programme manager in data collection, data management and data analysis
• Develop first cut of research data e.g. through desktop research, data analysis needed for TFGI’s upcoming research works
• Support on strategy development for research engagements, including panel discussions, community conversations and dialogues
• Help draft research materials and shareable content e.g. slides, concept notes, message house for sharing to relevant stakeholders for amplification of completed research
• Provide support to other day-to-day activities

Qualifications

The Must-Haves:

• Knowledge of and/or interest in on social and economic issues accelerated by tech-enabled business models in Southeast Asia
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Quantitative skills is an advantage
• Experience in research using various indices is an advantage
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Published articles and journals is an advantage
• Must have a strong self-starter and proactive attitude, with the ability to work through constraints and deliver high-quality results
• Must be comfortable working under pressure and can execute in a fast-paced environment
• Strong planning and project management skills
• Passionate about making a positive impact in Southeast Asia

Additional Information

What we stand for at Grab:

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique. If you require accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment process, you are encouraged to include your request(s) when applying.

We deliver the greatest impact and ideas when we bring together diverse perspectives. It is what enables us to spread opportunities to Grabbers and our partners. It’s not a box-ticking exercise; it’s who we are.