Data Collection on Female Empowerment in Papua New Guinea
Assist in collecting data on female empowerment in PNG.
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Overview
Assist in collecting data on female empowerment in PNG.
You have:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with participants culturally sensitively.
- Ability to collect and record data accurately and efficiently in Excel sheets.
- Familiarity with the socio-cultural context of Papua New Guinea is highly desirable.
- Fluency in Tok Pisin, Hiri Motu, Papua New Guinean Sign Language, or other local languages is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varying field conditions.
- Prior experience in gender studies or related fields is an advantage.
Contract
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This task is part of a larger research initiative led by the Morobe Development Foundation Inc. (MDF), aimed at identifying psychological, social, and economic barriers to female empowerment in PNG. Thus, MDF is seeking the support of Online Volunteers in liaising the data collection that will directly contribute to actionable recommendations for policies and programs, supporting MDF’s mission and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality).
The Project Lead will provide all necessary tools, including the questionnaire and data documentation templates, and will oversee the analysis and management of the collected data remotely.
We are looking for a dedicated individual to assist in collecting data for a research project on the psychological foundations of female empowerment in Papua New Guinea (PNG). The target respondents are women aged 25 to 50, and data will be collected through collaboration with local leaders, offices, or educational institutions.
Under this assignment, the Online Volunteer (in collaboration with MDF Project Lead) will be in close contact through email with the local community leaders, local offices, or educational institutions interested in supporting women’s empowerment. The Online Volunteer will provide information on the purpose of the research and ask them to share the pre-designed questionnaire with women aged 25 to 50. The questionnaire will be completed digitally. During the assignment, Online Volunteer is expected to provide regular updates on progress and email the collected data to the Project Lead.
Responsibilities: 1. Survey Distribution: Use the provided online form to administer the questionnaire to participants, including women, community leaders, and stakeholders, in the local area. All processes will be done online using email. 2. Data Collection: Collect and record all responses accurately in the format provided. 3. Coordination: Maintain regular communication with the project lead via email to provide updates on progress and resolve any challenges during data collection.
Daily Logistics: 1. Online Volunteer is expected to dedicate 11-15 hours per week to data collection activities. 2. Updates will be shared with the project lead through email and periodic virtual check-ins.
Target Respondents: Women aged 25 to 50 years.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with participants culturally sensitively.
- Ability to collect and record data accurately and efficiently in Excel sheets.
- Familiarity with the socio-cultural context of Papua New Guinea is highly desirable.
- Fluency in Tok Pisin, Hiri Motu, Papua New Guinean Sign Language, or other local languages is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varying field conditions.
- Prior experience in gender studies or related fields is an advantage.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to navigate a culturally sensitive situation? | Understanding your ability to handle cultural sensitivities is crucial for this role. | Share a specific example where you demonstrated cultural awareness in communication. |
| How do you ensure data accuracy when recording responses? | The interviewer wants to assess your data management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you take to adapt to changing field conditions? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle communication challenges when working remotely? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Do you have experience working with women in community empowerment projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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