Data Collector - Causal Worker

Programme & Policy

Overview

Collect, verify, and enter personal and nutrition data accurately.

You have:

• A diploma in health management, social sciences, statistics, or a related field.
• 2-year experience in data collection, field surveys, humanitarian program, or nutrition-related activities is highly desirable.
• Ability to use mobile data collection tools or digital applications.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in data entry and the use of Microsoft Excel or equivalent data management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging field conditions.
• Respect for confidentiality and humanitarian principles.
• Teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments.

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***

The Opportunity – Data Collector (Causal Worker)

Post location: Gaza Field Office

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 6 months.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Data Collector is responsible for accurately collecting, verifying, and entering personal and nutrition-related data for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers using approved tools. The role involves beneficiary registration while ensuring adherence to standardized protocols. The Data Collector ensures data accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality, supports real-time digital reporting, and promptly reports any inconsistencies or operational issues.

The role requires strong attention to detail, strict compliance with data protection and safeguarding principles, and effective communication with vulnerable communities and program teams.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Nutrition Program Officer

Staff reporting to this post: None.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Responsible for collecting reliable and validated personal, demographic, and nutrition-related data from beneficiaries (children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers) using standardized tools.
• Ensures proper registration and verification of eligible beneficiaries, preventing duplication and confirming adherence to programme eligibility criteria.
• Enters collected data accurately into approved digital systems or mobile applications, ensuring timely synchronization and real-time reporting when required.
• Maintains high standards of data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and validity, and identifies and reports errors or discrepancies promptly.
• Strictly follows established data collection guidelines, nutrition screening protocols, and organizational procedures, including ethical standards and informed consent requirements
• Ensures confidentiality and secure handling of all personal and sensitive beneficiary information in line with data protection and safeguarding policies.
• Coordinates effectively with nutrition teams, supervisors, and community stakeholders, and communicates clearly with beneficiaries in a respectful and culturally appropriate manner.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• A diploma in health management, social sciences, statistics, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential:

• 2-year experience in data collection, field surveys, humanitarian program, or nutrition-related activities is highly desirable.
• Ability to use mobile data collection tools or digital applications.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in data entry and the use of Microsoft Excel or equivalent data management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging field conditions
• Respect for confidentiality and humanitarian principles
• Teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments

Desirable:

• Any previous experience in working within the Health & Nutrition programs with NGO, INGOs.

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.

Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Organisation

Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn, and are protected.

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday • All children learn from a quality basic education and that, • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at Search Jobs - SCI Career Site Careers (oraclecloud.com)

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

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