Business Research Associate
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Business Administration, Economics, Agriculture, Research / Development, Food Science
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Reports to Business Development Director
Department Business Development
Ritters Capital is seeking a Business Research Associate to join the Business Development team. This is a hands-on role for an autonomous, resourceful professional who thrives in lean team environments and can drive workstreams with minimal supervision.
The associate’s core mandate is to support the development of the internationally benchmarked projects across food processing industrial zone development, and incubation of local businesses. This is in line with the national goals of strengthening national food security while supporting export-oriented agro-industry ventures. The associate will contribute to market research, feasibility analysis, competitive benchmarking, business plan development, and ecosystem partner engagement across this project.
Alongside this core initiative, the associate will support 2–3 adjacent market entry and business development workstreams as directed, applying structured research, strategic analysis, and stakeholder coordination across sectors and geographies as required.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Core Project: Food Processing Zone Development and Operations
- Contribute to feasibility analysis, market research, and value chain mapping for the factory zone (food processing, manufacturing, cold chain logistics) and the innovation zone (agritech, R&D, food-tech incubation).
- Assist in developing regional concept planning, phased implementation models, and master plan inputs — including QIP-related research, environmental pre-assessment data gathering, and site suitability analysis.
- Profile and segment target tenants across both zones, supporting the development of tailored outreach and engagement materials.
- Contribute to the investment case: financial model inputs, business plan sections, investor presentation drafts, and data room documentation to support capital raising and anchor tenant onboarding.
- Support engagement with ecosystem partners including international institutions (e.g., IFC), food innovation networks, and relevant government bodies, under the direction of the Director and CEO.
- Satellite Projects: Market Entry & Business Development
- Conduct structured market research, competitive analysis, and opportunity mapping for adjacent business development initiatives across sectors and geographies as assigned.
- Develop market entry strategies, feasibility assessments, and actionable recommendations for new ventures or partnerships under consideration by the firm.
- Support vendor identification, partner due diligence, and commercial negotiations as workstreams require.
- Stakeholder Management, Reporting & Organisational Planning
- Report all workstreams to the Director, including preparing periodic briefings and materials for CEO review; engage with government bodies, industry associations, potential partners, and investors; collaborate with Investment Operations to translate strategic plans into practical hiring and operational roadmaps.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- Khmer - Fluent is required
- English - Fluent is required
- Chinese - Mandarin is preferred
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Development, Agricultural Economics, Food Science, or a related field.
- Master's Degree is preferred
Work History:
- Professional experience in management consulting, market entry advisory, or strategic consulting, ideally with exposure to Southeast Asia for 2 to 3 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Master’s degree (MBA, MPA, or relevant specialisation) is a strong advantage.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to market research, feasibility studies, and business plan development.
- Track record of working autonomously in lean or startup-like environments where resourcefulness matters more than hierarchy.
- Experience in one or more of: food/agriculture sector, industrial park or SEZ development, FMCG, or supply chain management.
- Strong analytical and financial modelling skills; experience supporting investor materials is a plus.
- English: Fluent (required) – primary working language for strategy, investor materials, and international partners.
- Khmer: Fluent (required) – essential for government relations, local stakeholder management, and on-the-ground operations.
- Chinese (Mandarin): Working proficiency (preferred) – ability to engage in Chinese-language materials and meetings is an advantage.
Soft Skills
- Self-directed and entrepreneurial — can operate without a playbook and build structure from ambiguity.
- Analytically rigorous with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable strategy.
- Culturally fluent — comfortable navigating Cambodian business culture, government relations, and international partner expectations.
- Comfortable context-switching between strategic analysis and hands-on execution.
- Strong stakeholder communication — can present to senior leadership, support partner discussions, and coordinate across functions with confidence.
IT Officer
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Computer - General, Computer - Networking
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Reports to IT Team Leader
Department Information Technology
IT Officer provides organizations with information technology support to optimize operational efficiency. The duties include resolving technical issues, maintaining hardware and software installations, improving IT systems, and supporting various IT projects upon the assignment from the Team Leader.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage help desk support services.
- Resolve hardware, software, and company system issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain documentation and conduct diagnostic testing procedures.
- Provide training to end-users on hardware, software, and security applications.
- Oversee IT system administration, including email, domain, and website.
- Manage installation, upgrade, and configuration of hardware and software systems.
- Set up and authorize software, hardware, and server access for new users.
- Manage company network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and ELV-related devices.
- Participate in infrastructure planning, network setup, and technical advisory activities.
- Keep track of technological advancements and IT support trends.
- Assist in implementing workflows that align with business requirements.
- Participate in IT projects and gather business requirements.
- Assist in maintaining SOPs and manual procedures for IT operations.
- Maintain working relationships with software and hardware vendors for procurement.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
Work History:
- Experience for 2 to 3 years is preferred
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Networking certificate (CCNA level) is an advantage.
- Strong technical support skills.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve problems effectively.
- Basic project coordination experience.
- Understanding of business solutions and how IT supports organizational needs.
Soft Skills
- Customer-focused and Service-Oriented
- Problem-Solver and Learner
- Team Player and Collaborative
- Detailed-Oriented and Accountable
- Adaptable and Open-Minded
- Be able to work under pressure and multitask
- Be able to work collaboratively and independently
