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Senior Field Coordinator (4 Data Collection Jobs) – Pula | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Pula is a pioneering technology-driven company focused on providing innovative insurance solutions tailored to agricultural communities across Africa. With a mission to protect farmers and increase resilience to climate-related risks, Pula has earned recognition for its impact in improving agricultural insurance access through cutting-edge technology, including satellite and mobile-based platforms. The company’s work culture is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and a deep commitment to social impact, offering employees opportunities to grow in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment. Since its inception, Pula has evolved to become a leader in insuring smallholder farmers, leveraging a model that integrates technology, data analytics, and innovative risk management practices.
The company’s business model revolves around offering affordable and scalable agricultural insurance products that protect millions of farmers across multiple countries. With its vast reach, Pula operates in several African nations, partnering with both public and private sectors to extend its services. The company values integrity, inclusivity, and sustainable development, which are at the core of its operations and CSR efforts, including initiatives to support agricultural development and climate adaptation programs. Pula offers various job opportunities with flexible work arrangements, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace. For more details, visit their website at www.pula.io.
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Full-time
Deadline:
9 Sept 2024
Senior Field Coordinator Jobs – Pula
Pula
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Pula is an insuretech firm that provides agriculture insurance design and execution services, specialising in index-based insurance and are backed by top tier VC investors who have invested more than $25 million in the business. Since 2015 we have provided climate insurance to 15.4 million smallholder farmers, 41% of which were women across 19 markets in Africa and Asia who pay an average of $6.8 per season to insure their crops. So far we’ve unlocked over $2.22 billion of capital from local and international insurance markets for climate risks since we started in 2015 and paid out $40.8 million to our client farmers.
Job Summary: Working under the guidance of the Field Associate Manager and Project Managers, Senior Field Coordinators are crucial for overseeing the activities of Field Coordinators and Field Agents/Enumerators. They ensure data collection quality, adherence to guidelines, and smooth field operations.
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Supervise and coordinate the activities of field supervisors/coordinators.
Supervise and coordinate the activities of Field Agents/Enumerators.
Ensure Field Agents understand and adhere to data collection protocols and guidelines.
Conduct regular field visits to monitor data collection processes.
Provide on-site training and support to Field Agents.
Review completed questionnaires for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure timely submission of all completed questionnaires.
Address any issues or challenges faced by Field Agents in the field.
Maintain clear and effective communication with the Field Associate Manager and Field Coordinator.
Prepare regular reports on field activities and data collection progress.
Ensure all data collection equipment is well-maintained and functional.
Promote and uphold Pula’s values and mission in all field activities.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Field Associate Manager.
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Diploma/Certificate in Business, Development Studies, Economics, Agriculture or any other related field.
Must have a smartphone
With Android version 7 and above plus access to Google Play Store.
Good internet access, enough storage space and should be GPS enabled.
Experience in data collection and working with farmers in rural settings is an advantage
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Fluency in local languages spoken in the district.
Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.
Experience in data collection and working with farmers in rural settings is advantageous.
Ability to manage checklists, work plans, and logistics.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle field challenges.
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