Data Collectors

• Attend comprehensive training on evaluation procedures and the use of digital data collection tools.

• Participate in pretesting of tools to ensure their reliability and functionality before deployment.

• Conduct informed consent processes with local leadership and survey participants before starting data collection.

• Arrange and conduct interviews in accordance with established guidelines and tools.

• Implement the assigned work plan while meeting daily and overall targets.

• Ensure all data collected is accurate, complete, and cleaned before submission.

• Review collected data to verify accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

• Safeguard respondent confidentiality and adhere to data ethics by following secure data handling and storage protocols.

• Maintain and care for assigned data collection tools, including tablets, chargers, power banks, and bags, to ensure they remain in good working condition throughout the data collection period.

• Perform any additional job-related duties as assigned by the lead RTV personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Quantitative Economics, Social sciences, IT, or related field.

• Previous experience in data collection and management is an added advantage.

• Demonstrated proficiency in probing techniques during interviews and surveys.

• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision while achieving set targets.

• Prior experience in research methods is an added advantage.

• Proficiency in Excel and digital data collection tools, especially SurveyCTO and Survey123.

• Preferably a resident of the stated district

Skills and Competencies

• Physical ability to travel extensively and work in remote, hard-to-reach areas for long hours on foot for extended periods.

• Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to upholding data ethics and moral values in rural community settings.

• Demonstrated integrity and ability to maintain the organization’s credibility within partner communities.

• Fluency in English and at least one of the following local languages is a must:

• Kupsabiny & Kiswahili (Kapchorwa)

• Lugisu (Sironko)

• Alur, Acholi (Kiryandongo)

• Runyankore/Rukiga (Mitooma, Kanungu)

• Rukonjo,Rutooro (Bunyangabo)

• Rufumbira(Kisoro)