Enumerator is responsible for collecting high-quality, quantitative and qualitative data from community members, with a specific focus on women, girls, and marginalized groups. The enumerator will conduct interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys to identify gender-specific needs, protection risks, and project outcomes. They must ensure that all interactions are gender-responsive, culturally sensitive, and confidential.
Key Responsibilities
Data Collection & Management
- Administer survey tools, questionnaires, and discussion guides (household or individual) using mobile data collection devices (e.g., ODK, KoBo Toolbox).
- Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with women, girls, and other community stakeholders for Distribution of Dignity Kits.
- Ensure data completeness, accuracy, and consistency before submitting daily, ensuring no gaps in respondent information.
Gender-Responsive Approach
- Establish a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for women and girls to discuss sensitive topics (protection risks, GBV awareness, etc.).
- Apply a gender lens to observations and interviews to capture nuanced data on gender dynamics, access to resources.
- Ensure that consent is properly obtained, and the voluntary nature of participation is understood.
Reporting & Quality Control
- Submit progress reports on completed interviews, challenges encountered, and observations made to the field supervisor.
- Strictly adhere to the confidentiality policy, data protection protocols, and ethical guidelines (e.g., PSEA - Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse).
Requirements and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related field (NCE/ND holders may be considered based on experience).
- Experience: At least 1 year of experience in field data collection, specifically for NGO/humanitarian projects.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using smartphones or tablets for Android-based data collection (e.g., KoBoCollect, ONA,).
- Language & Communication: Fluency in English and the local dialect of the target community is a must.
- Gender Competence: Demonstrated understanding of gender-sensitive approaches, protection principles, and empathy for beneficiaries.
Core Competencies
- Integrity: High level of professionalism in handling sensitive information.
- Resilience: Ability to work in challenging environments, often with limited resources and high stress.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to work with community members to encourage open, honest communication.
Location: Bama and Konduga (3 per LGA)
Duration: 3days
This Vacancy will Close When a Suitable Candidate is identified