Data Collector - Kebbi at Malaria Consortium

Purpose of the assignment

• The purpose of this ToR is to engage research personnel that will carry out data collection, analysis and interpretation for EoR evaluation based on LQAS approach.
• The consultant and the supervisor will train data collectors and oversee data collection processes while other personnel will carry out the actual data collection using an electronic platform.

Scope

• This ToR is to provide details for EoR evaluation that will be conducted in the states where Malaria Consortium is implementing MDA-AZM (Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa, Adamawa and Gombe).
• The process will involve identification, selection and training of supervisors at training of trainers (ToT) and subsequently, data collectors in the states. It will also involve data collection, analysis and report writing.

Methodology

• The aim of the EoR evaluation is to assess AZM (and other integrated assessments and interventions) coverage and adherence of community drug distributors (CDDs) to treatment protocol immediately and not more than 5 days after each round of treatment.
• The findings will be analyzed and any ward (lot) scoring less than 80% will be targeted for corrective measures around poor performance, for improvement in subsequent rounds.

Type of personnel required for the evaluation
Data Collectors/Research Assistants:

• The data collectors will be responsible for administering the questionnaire at household level according to the data collection protocol.
• They will undergo a 2-day physical training on MDA-AZM, data collection protocol/methodology, data collection instrument, art of data collection, inter-personal communication and the use of electronic platform.
• With support and guidance by the National Consultant, the training will be facilitated by the Country Office M&E team along with the state Senior M&E Officers with support from state NTD Coordinators and M&E Officers.

Specific Activities for the Data collectors:

• Participant in training on data collection and survey methods conducted by National Consultants.
• Conduct interviews in selected households using Kobocollect/SurveyCTO.
• Upload data on the Kobocollect/SurveyCTO platform to server.
• Address supervisor feedback promptly to correct errors or inconsistencies in data capture.

Deliverables for Data Collectors:

• Attend and complete the two-day technical training on evaluation protocols, household interviewing techniques, electronic data entry, and ethical considerations.
• Administer household surveys strictly according to approved questionnaires and ethical standards (e.g., informed consent, confidentiality).
• Upload daily completed surveys to the SurveyCTO server, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of entries.
• Address supervisor feedback promptly to correct errors or inconsistencies in data capture.
• Submit:
  • Complete, verified household interview datasets uploaded to the centralized server within stipulated timelines.

Profile requirements of data collectors

• A minimum of a Degree (BSc / HND) in Social Sciences and Health related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in conducting public health research, particularly data collection.
• Experience in the use of modern technology in research – use of phone for data collection.
• Previous experience doing LQAS surveys is an added advantage.
• Ability to speak local language (e.g. Hausa, Kanuri, etc.).
• Familiarity with and respect for the tradition and culture of the locality.
• Familiarity with terrain of the locality.
• Data Collector must be willing to work in remote areas within the state.
• Data Collector must be a resident of the state.
• Must be a female/mixed in selected states.
• Ability to give attention to details.
• Must not be a staff of Government at any level
• Must not be part of MDA-AZM personnel in whatever capacity (national, state, LGA, HFW, CHW, TA).
• Must not be blacklisted during the previous activities.