Data Collectors – Mongu People in Need

Job description
Position: Enumerator
Location: Mongu (with frequent visits to project locations)

Contract duration: (3 months- contract may be renewed (to work only on the days required) )

Line Manager: Head of Programmes

Supervisor: Meal Officer

Application due date: On rolling basis, Applications may be closed at any time – depending on the volume of application

Wage : To be informed at the begining of applications,

Job Summary:

The data collector or enumerator works under the supervision of the PIN Zambia MEAL unit and responsible MEAL Officer. He/she is primarily responsible for timely collection of data, including quantitative or qualitative data collections through structured or semi-structured interviews with representative samples of target populations

Objective of the Job
To perform data collection accurately and efficiently in accordance with PIN MEAL Unit’s established policies and procedures

Actively participates in initial training on selected data entry technology and data collection tools, takes part in the testing of the data collection tools and elaborates appropriate translation to local language if needed
Assists in the validation and adaptation of data-collection tools and performs data collection as instructed by MEAL Officer: field and/or phone via structured (or semi-structured) and in-depth interviews and field visits and observations
Ensures quality of data and other information collected in the field and/or via remote means of communication
Captures data using digital data entry technology provided (e.g. KoBo forms or other relevant) and accurately enters data daily and saves them in the given online platform
Develops relationship of trust and safe space during data collection exercise with respondents; follows confidentiality and security procedures to ensure respondent privacy is protected
Identify and report any challenges faced that could affect the quality of the data and documents them
Performs other duties as assigned by MEAL Officer
Requirements

Must have experience of not less than 2 years in the same position or role
Must posses at least diploma in relevant or related to research studies
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity;
Be calm and polite;
Be respectful;
Be flexible;
Demonstrate sound work ethics;
Be methodical;
Competent in the field of basic mathematics;
Be patient
Accountability and Safeguarding including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)

Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies
Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding…)
Support the implementation of Safeguarding measures
Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment