Consultancy firm to Support the evaluation of the Sugar Sweetened Beverage tax in Vietnam
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is a research organization that focuses on food policy and agricultural development. Established in 1975, IFPRI aims to provide research-based policy solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. With a global presence, IFPRI operates in over 40 countries and employs a diverse team of researchers and experts dedicated to improving food systems and policies. The organization collaborates with various stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and the private sector, to inform and influence food policy decisions.
Job Overview:
The consultancy firm will play a crucial role in evaluating the newly implemented Sugar Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax in Vietnam, which is set to be introduced in phases starting January 202
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultancy firm will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including but not limited to: obtaining necessary ethical and administrative approvals from local authorities; designing field study activities and timelines; recruiting qualified field staff; developing data collection and entry tools; conducting retail audits in selected urban and rural locations; collecting detailed information on all packaged beverages available for sale; ensuring quality assurance in data collection; training enumerators on data collection protocols; managing logistics for the pilot phase and data collection; and preparing comprehensive reports on fieldwork activities and data quality assurance procedures. The firm will also need to coordinate with local communities and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of the study.
Required Qualifications:
The ideal consultancy firm should have proven professional experience in conducting large-scale quantitative surveys, particularly in collaboration with national and international research partners. Experience in programming and using Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) is essential. The firm should also demonstrate a strong ability to obtain legal approvals for conducting surveys and have a track record of building trusting relationships with local communities and leaders. Excellent communication skills in both Vietnamese and English are mandatory, as the firm will need to interact with various stakeholders throughout the project.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, it is implied that the consultancy firm should have a team with relevant academic backgrounds in fields such as public health, nutrition, social sciences, or related disciplines. The team members should possess the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct rigorous research and data analysis related to food policy and public health.
Experience:
The consultancy firm is expected to have substantial experience in managing and executing complex survey projects, particularly those involving quantitative data collection and analysis. Previous experience in similar evaluations, especially in the context of public health interventions or tax policy assessments, will be highly regarded. The firm should also have experience in training and managing field staff to ensure high-quality data collection.
Languages:
Fluency in Vietnamese is mandatory, as the firm will be working closely with local communities and stakeholders. Proficiency in English is also required for effective communication with the Research Consortium and for reporting purposes. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.
Additional Notes:
The project timeline spans from August to December 2026, with activities planned for subsequent years (2027 and 2028) contingent on funding. The consultancy firm will be expected to submit a detailed project workplan, ethical approval documentation, and a cleaned beverage dataset by specified deadlines. The firm will also need to ensure that all legal authorizations are obtained and that community representatives are informed prior to the start of the survey. The proposal submission deadline is August 28, 2026, and firms must ensure their proposals remain valid for 60 days post-submission.
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is a research organization that focuses on food policy and agricultural development. Established in 1975, IFPRI aims to provide research-based policy solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. With a global presence, IFPRI operates in over 40 countries and employs a diverse team of researchers and experts dedicated to improving food systems and policies. The organization collaborates with various stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and the private sector, to inform and influence food policy decisions.
Job Overview:
The consultancy firm will play a crucial role in evaluating the newly implemented Sugar Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax in Vietnam, which is set to be introduced in phases starting January 202
- The primary objective of this position is to establish a comprehensive longitudinal database of packaged beverages sold in both urban and rural retail outlets across Vietnam. This database will be instrumental in assessing the tax's impact on beverage prices, consumption patterns, and industry responses such as product reformulation. The firm will be responsible for collecting standardized data on product characteristics, nutritional composition, package sizes, and retail prices before and after the tax implementation. The evaluation will provide critical insights into the effectiveness of the SSB tax and inform future policy adjustments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultancy firm will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including but not limited to: obtaining necessary ethical and administrative approvals from local authorities; designing field study activities and timelines; recruiting qualified field staff; developing data collection and entry tools; conducting retail audits in selected urban and rural locations; collecting detailed information on all packaged beverages available for sale; ensuring quality assurance in data collection; training enumerators on data collection protocols; managing logistics for the pilot phase and data collection; and preparing comprehensive reports on fieldwork activities and data quality assurance procedures. The firm will also need to coordinate with local communities and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of the study.
Required Qualifications:
The ideal consultancy firm should have proven professional experience in conducting large-scale quantitative surveys, particularly in collaboration with national and international research partners. Experience in programming and using Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) is essential. The firm should also demonstrate a strong ability to obtain legal approvals for conducting surveys and have a track record of building trusting relationships with local communities and leaders. Excellent communication skills in both Vietnamese and English are mandatory, as the firm will need to interact with various stakeholders throughout the project.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, it is implied that the consultancy firm should have a team with relevant academic backgrounds in fields such as public health, nutrition, social sciences, or related disciplines. The team members should possess the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct rigorous research and data analysis related to food policy and public health.
Experience:
The consultancy firm is expected to have substantial experience in managing and executing complex survey projects, particularly those involving quantitative data collection and analysis. Previous experience in similar evaluations, especially in the context of public health interventions or tax policy assessments, will be highly regarded. The firm should also have experience in training and managing field staff to ensure high-quality data collection.
Languages:
Fluency in Vietnamese is mandatory, as the firm will be working closely with local communities and stakeholders. Proficiency in English is also required for effective communication with the Research Consortium and for reporting purposes. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.
Additional Notes:
The project timeline spans from August to December 2026, with activities planned for subsequent years (2027 and 2028) contingent on funding. The consultancy firm will be expected to submit a detailed project workplan, ethical approval documentation, and a cleaned beverage dataset by specified deadlines. The firm will also need to ensure that all legal authorizations are obtained and that community representatives are informed prior to the start of the survey. The proposal submission deadline is August 28, 2026, and firms must ensure their proposals remain valid for 60 days post-submission.
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