Data Collectors
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Vanguard Economics Ltd
Administration
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: not mentioned
Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• For all the Data Collectors in any position, the following duties and responsibilities are expected:
• Conduct accurate and reliable data collection through surveys, interviews, or observations.
• Ensure data integrity by following established protocols and ethical guidelines.
• Use digital tools or platform (CSPro, Survey CTO, CommCare, or Kobo Toolbox) to record and submit collected data.
• Engage with key stakeholders and respondents professionally and respectfully to encourage honest participation.
• Conduct focus group discussions (FGD) with key populations as per the data protocol.
• Identify and report any inconsistencies or challenges encountered during data collection.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all collected data.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth field operations.
• Attend training sessions and briefings to stay updated on project requirements and best practices.
• Adhere to timelines and quality standards set by the organization.
• Perform any other duties and activities, as assigned by fieldwork coordinator or survey manager
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Education qualification: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Economics, Development Studies, Statistics, Mathematics or related fields.
• Experience in field data collection, especially in rural and urban settings, is an added advantage.
• Language Proficiency: Read, Write, and Speak English and any of the local languages spoken in Uganda (i.e. Acholi, Alur, Ateso, Karamojong, Lango, Lugbar, Lugwere, Lusoga, Luganda, Luo, Rukiga, Runyankore, Rutooro, Swahili)
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively outside of Kampala, including remote rural areas, to conduct interviews and collect data.
• Training Capability: Ability to participate in and contribute to periodic data collection training sessions, including pilots to test the data collection tools, to enhance data collection and monitoring skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently as well as with a team.
• Ugandan by nationality or possessing legal authorization to work in Uganda
• Personal Attributes and Competencies:
• Alignment with our 5 core values: Constant Learning; Humans First; Everybody is a Leader; Integrity; and Excellence.
• Resilience: Ability to conduct fieldwork and handle setbacks.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness and respect for cultural differences and the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations and build rapport with partners and respondents.
• Teamwork Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with team members of diverse backgrounds to achieve shared goals, ensuring that any fieldwork challenges are addressed constructively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Analytical Skills and attention to detail: High analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex information and draw meaningful conclusions and highly accurate data.
• Benefits
• Capacity Building: Successful applicants will join the Field Team Capacity Building Program, a hybrid training series (online and in-person) designed to develop your skills in quantitative and qualitative data research.
• Industry Mentorship: You will learn from experienced professionals from Vanguard Economics staff and its partner organizations.
• Work Opportunity: Upon completion of the training program, successful participants will receive a certificate of completion and be added to Vanguard Economics’ Field Team Database. This provides consideration for engagement as temporary independent contractors for our upcoming research projects.
• Opportunities for progression: There will be opportunities for further training and progression in the social research field as you gain experience working with us.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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