(Short Term) Data Collector
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Job Summary
The Mastercard Foundation Leaders in Teaching (LIT) initiative is seeking to hire a data collector for a short-term consultancy (approximately 20 days). The data collector will work with EDCs Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Department to conduct a Baseline Assessment for Leaders in Teaching (LIT) across all 15 counties of Liberia. The purpose of this assessment is to collect accurate and representative data on the programs key outcome indicators. Findings will serve as a benchmark to measure progress and inform decision-making during implementation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in a three-day training to understand data collection tools interview procedures sampling approach and fieldwork schedule.
- Familiarize yourself with EDC safeguarding protocols and quality assurance standards.
- Conduct interviews and administer surveys in assigned schools and communities according to the approved schedule.
- Support facilitation of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with volunteer teachers payroll teachers school leaders PTA representatives and community leaders to gather insights on teacher motivation and retention.
- Ensure all data collected is complete accurate and reliable by following strict quality control measures.
- Upload all collected data to the EDC database within the specified timeline.
- Adhere to standardized data collection and entry protocols to maintain consistency across all counties.
- Follow all safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines during fieldwork.
- Report any challenges or irregularities promptly to the field supervisor.
Qualifications :
Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school diploma; additional education is an advantage.
- Proven experience using tablets for data collection specifically with KoboCollect or SurveyCTO.
- Ability to work independently manage time effectively meet deadlines and pay strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel to remote or hard-to-reach areas in assigned counties.
- Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
- Creativity flexibility and ability to adapt to changing field conditions.
- Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage.
Additional Information :
EDC affirms its steadfast commitment to uphold the highest standards of conduct ensuring the protection of all individuals from misconduct and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any violation of these rights. Safeguarding refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect individuals particularly vulnerable groups from harm abuse neglect and exploitation.
Per EDC and funder policy a police record certificate of good standing or other official document issued by local authorities will be required for candidates working with children and/or youth to verify suitability to work with those populations.
EDC is a smoke-free workplace and offers a supportive work environment competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Note: EDC doesnt solicit for money from applicants at any level of the recruitment & selection process.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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About Company
EDC is one of the worlds leading nonprofit research and development firms. Established in 1958, EDC designs, delivers and evaluates innovative programs to address some of the worlds most urgent challenges in education, health, and economic opportunity. Our services include research, ... View more
