MEAL Assistant (Afghan Male Only)

Orient and train data collectors, ensure proper data management

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Overview

Orient and train data collectors, ensure proper data management

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Economic or relevant
  • 1 to 2 years or more experience in the field of MEAL with national and international organizations
  • Ability to prepare tabular and graphic presentations
  • Data collection experience with Kobo, CammCare through tablets/smart phone
  • Ability to frequently travel to the districts’ community where IRC has intervention
  • Good written and communication skills in English, excellent Pashto and Dari language skills
  • Proficiency in the use of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint computer applications

Job Description

- Orient and train data collectors on their responsibilities for the complete, accurate, and timely collection and reporting of data and information. - Collect and enter the reported data, assuring their completeness and accuracy. - Maintain updated databases and assist in preparing reports. - Perform regular monitoring visits to Nangarhar and Laghman to each of the program sites and produce field visit reports based on each visit. - Visit the project activities and see that the work is going as planned and according to the quality and design of the project. - Conduct focus group discussions in the communities, as instructed, to obtain qualitative information for the project activities – particularly among women. - Provide feedback and information from the weekly and monthly reports to project stakeholders to improve the quality of programming; advise the Kabul main office of strengths and weaknesses, issues and concerns and successes reported or discovered. - Track progress towards achieving project objectives over time (weekly/monthly) and assist in preparing graphic presentations. These progress analyses will be prepared for weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual project reports. - Perform other duties in case of requirement.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Economic or relevant - 1 to 2 years or more experience in the field of MEAL with national and international organizations. - Ability to prepare tabular and graphic presentations. - Data collection experience with Kobo, CammCare through tablets/smart phone. - Ability to frequently travel to the districts’ community where IRC has intervention. - Good written and communications skills in English, excellent Pashto and Dari language skills - Proficiency in the use of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint computer applications.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with data collection tools? This question assesses your familiarity with specific data collection methodologies and tools relevant to the role. Discuss specific tools you've used, how you utilize them in your work, and any challenges you've faced.
How do you ensure data accuracy during field visits? The interviewer seeks to understand your approach to maintaining data integrity in your reporting processes. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for engaging community members in focus group discussions? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org