Data collector

Participate in data collection and support emergency crisis response activities.

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Monday 29 Apr 2024 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Participate in data collection and support emergency crisis response activities.

You have:

  • Experience in data collection activities including surveys and focus group discussions.
  • Ability to conduct interviews and discussions to gather information.
  • Familiarity with data quality standards and data entry processes.
  • Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential data records.
  • Strong communication skills for reporting findings.

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW/SUMMARY: the data collectors will participate in a wide range of data collection activities, need assessment, observation, focus group discussions (FGD), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), support the emergency crisis within the East region at their assignment areas, reporting daily findings to the Senior MEAL Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Participation in collection activities needs assessment for baseline, mid-term, and end-line assessments, surveys, FGDs, and KIIs. Support data collection for IRC program activities and community engagement. Conduct data collection visits to project sites. Ensure data quality during collection and entry. Participate in training, data quality checks, and audits. Support emergency crisis response in the East region. Enter and maintain accurate and confidential consultation data. Report progress findings and maintain documentation. Assist in data analysis and interpretation.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Position Reports to Senior MEAL Officer in Tripoli Position directly supervises: N/A Indirect Reporting: N/A

Qualifications

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with various data collection methods? This question aims to assess your familiarity with relevant data collection techniques. Highlight specific projects where you utilized different data collection methods.
How do you ensure data quality during collection and entry? The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining data integrity. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about a challenging data collection experience you've faced. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle confidentiality while managing data? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to report findings from data collection activities? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org