Field Supervisor (2 Positions), IHD Office

Job Summary

This includes but is not limited to data management activities (collection, cleaning, coding, translation, etc., assisting in planning of fieldwork, consent study participants, stakeholder mapping, and mobilizing participants from the community. In addition, assist in supervising data collection and other administrative tasks required for carrying out field work.

Responsibilities

• Attend training on data collection and field activity management.
• Assist in logistical preparation for recruitment and mobilization of study participants.
• Assist in processing administrative clearances required to carry out field work across different regions.
• Administer pretested data collection tools in a quantitative survey.
• Carry out qualitative interviews with key informant interviews with key stakeholders.
• Actively participate in the process of troubleshooting on any issues affecting or may affect study field operations.
• Assist in community engagement processes.
• Participate in debrief meetings as guided by the Project Manager
• Attend to any other task required by the Project Manager

Requirements

• A diploma or a bachelor’s degree in development studies or other allied fields. 
• Proficiency in use of smart phone/tablet to collect data is required.
• Familiarity with research ethics and experience taking informed consent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within tight schedules.

Relevant Experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in quantitative and/or mixed methods research including use of smartphones/tablets to collect data.
• Experience in data coding and data transcription and translation is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge and research data management.
• Demonstrate knowledge in community engagement in research.
• Excellent demonstrated teamwork and coordination skills.

Personal Characteristics

• Can work under minimal or no supervision.
• Highly organized.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a good team player.
• Keen desire to learn and share knowledge.