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- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 4 years
- Location: Bauchi
- Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit , Project Management
Responsibilities
Orientation and Training:
- Attend comprehensive orientation and training sessions to understand the project objectives, data collection tools, and ethical considerations.
- Support to facilitate training sessions for data collectors, emphasizing the study protocol, ethical guidelines, and the proper use of data collection instruments.
Supervision And Quality Control
- Oversee and manage a team of data collectors, ensuring adherence to the study protocol and ethical standards.
- Conduct regular site visits to observe and monitor data collection activities.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and completeness of collected data.
Technical Support
- Provide technical support to data collectors, addressing any challenges or questions that may arise during data collection.
- Verify and ensure the proper utilization of electronic data collection tools or paper-based forms.
- Conduct spot checks to data collectors to ensure adherence.
Problem Resolution
- Address and resolve any issues or challenges encountered by data collectors promptly.
- Report complex issues or concerns to the project M&E advisor for further guidance.
Communication
- Maintain open and effective communication with data collectors, project M&E advisor, and other team members.
- Facilitate regular debriefing sessions with data collectors to discuss progress, challenges, and areas for improvement.
Documentation Review
- Review and verify the completeness and accuracy of all documentation submitted by data collectors, including surveys, forms, and field notes.
- Ensure that data collected, both quantitative and qualitative, is securely stored and handed over to the designated project personnel.
Ethical Oversight
- Monitor and enforce adherence to ethical guidelines during data collection, ensuring informed consent and confidentiality.
- Report any ethical concerns or violations promptly.
Required Qualifications
- At least 4 years’ post-NYSC professional experience
- Previous experience in supervising health-related data collection projects.
- Familiarity with RMNCH indicators and issues.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to provide technical support and guidance to data collectors.
- Understanding of electronic data collection tools
