RFPs: Market Research into ESG Services in Mongolia

Objectives

• The objectives of this market research are as follows:
  • Identify key market trends: Understand the current landscape of ESG services in Mongolia, including market size, growth trends, and forecasts.
  • Competitive analysis: Evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of key players in the ESG services market, including the BIC.
  • Consumer demand: Assess the level of demand for ESG services across different industries and identify key drivers influencing decisions.
  • Regulatory landscape: Identify the current and potential regulations and standards affecting the market for ESG services.
  • Opportunities and challenges: Understand the potential barriers to market entry and growth and identify opportunities for differentiation.

Topics

• Key topics to explore in the research include:
  • Demand for ESG training services, consulting, reporting, and auditing services.
  • Key challenges organizations face in adopting ESG practices.
  • Pricing models and service delivery structures.
  • Regulatory changes and their impact on ESG services.
  • Market entry barriers for new providers of ESG services.

Scope

• The research team will use a combination of the following approaches:
  • Secondary Research: Review of existing reports, publications, and online resources to gather market data, trends, and competitive intelligence.
  • Primary Research: Surveys, interviews, and focus groups with key stakeholders, including ESG service providers, industry experts, and potential clients, to gather qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Data Analysis: Synthesis and analysis of data to provide actionable insights, trends, and forecasts.
  • Benchmarking: Comparing ESG services among employer and business membership organizations in different countries/regions to identify best practices and market opportunities.

Expected Outcomes

• The final deliverables will include:
  • Inception report: A brief report (in English) setting out the methodology, key targets for interview and work plan for approval prior to the commencement of research.
  • Market Research Report: A comprehensive document (in Mongolian) covering all findings, including key trends, competitive landscape, demand drivers, regulatory factors, and SWOT analysis of key market players.
  • Executive Summary: A high-level overview (in English) of the findings with actionable insights and strategic recommendations for MNCCI.
  • Competitive Landscape Matrix: A detailed analysis (in English) of key players in the ESG services market, including their market offer, strengths, and weaknesses.
  • Presentation: Development and delivery of a PowerPoint presentation (in Mongolian and English) summarizing the key findings and recommendations.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants should possess:
  • Advanced degree in commerce, economics, finance, law, or a related field
  • At least 3 years direct experience in the area of sustainability, responsible business conduct, or ESG
  • Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
  • Fluency in English and Mongolian.

Application Requirements

• Interested candidates should submit:
  • A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience
  • A brief technical proposal outlining the proposed approach and methodology
  • A financial proposal including daily rate and total budget (in USD)
  • Examples of previous similar work.

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