Research Consultant – Analysis of Philippine Processed Foods for Export

Meda in the US

Research Consultant analyzing Philippine processed foods for export potential. Conducting market assessments and data analyses to enhance SME participation in international trade.

Posted 4/11/2026contractDavao City • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct primary data collection, stakeholder coordination and data processing and analysis
Conduct in-depth interviews (about 10-15 KIIs) with stakeholders across the processed-food value chain
Use structured 2 online or SMS survey instrument to assess export readiness, capabilities, and constraints among minimum 10, maximum 20 SMEs
Organize and facilitate 4-5 focus group discussions [composed of 8-10 participants] with cooperatives and producers
Evaluate SME capabilities across production capacity, operational systems, digital readiness, and climate resilience
Segment SMEs using TFO Canada's three export-readiness categories and identify differentiated support needs
Analyze gaps preventing or limiting access to Canadian markets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in international development, economics, agricultural economics, business, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience conducting market assessments, value chain analyses, or trade-related research in developing countries
Proven expertise in mixed-methods research (qualitative and quantitative)
Strong analytical and report-writing skills in English
Ability to work within the required timeline
Experience working with SMEs and/or Trade Support Institutions in Asia-Pacific (Philippines experience strongly preferred)
Familiarity with export-readiness frameworks and trade facilitation programming
Knowledge of processed-food value chains (e.g. coconut, fruits, sauces, ready-to-eat foods, snacks)
Understanding of Canadian import market dynamics and buyer requirements
Experience integrating GESI, climate resilience, digitalization, and/or access to finance into research and programming
Familiarity with market systems development approaches
Demonstrated cultural competency and stakeholder engagement skills in the Philippines context.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Accommodation is available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in the selection process.

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Hard Skills & Tools

data collectiondata processingdata analysismixed-methods researchmarket assessmentsvalue chain analysesexport-readiness frameworkstrade facilitation programmingreport writingclimate resilience

Soft Skills

analytical skillsstakeholder engagementcultural competencyorganizational skillscommunication skillsfacilitation skillstimelinessinterpersonal skillscollaborationproblem-solving