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Data Collector

Norwegian Refugee Council Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria

Role description

Role and responsibilitiesData Collector/Distributor will be reporting to M & E Coordinator. The data collectors will be responsible to collect quality data by maintaining the different data quality assurance parameters - completeness, consistency, accuracy and timeliness. She/he shall not share the data to anyone other than the assigned data collection coordinator that is delegated by NRC.Generic Responsibilities
  • Adhere to NRC Policies, guidance and procedures.
  • Carry beneficiary awareness and make arrangement on the distribution of the cash and NFI.
  • Ensure beneficiary prepared and ware on the cash, amount to received and follow up on the smooth distribution.
  • Ensure NFI distribution conducted in accordance the good distribution
  • Beneficiary selection, registration and verification for the support
  • Actively promote PSEA standards and principles with NRC and among beneficiaries served by NRC
Specific responsibilities:
  • Data Collection: Collects various forms of data pertaining to the research project or projects.  Collect data in a specified tool and ensure its timely submission to the specified coordinator.
  • Maintain the quality of data to the highest standard
  • Record Keeping.  Keeps record of information obtained from the survey
  • Ensure NFI distribution conducted in accordance the good distribution.
  • Beneficiary selection, registration and verification for the support
  • Ensure protection of the beneficiary is protected from harm and follow-up safety precautions.
  • Plan and organize over all schedule of travelling to the camps and other assessment areas.
  • Ensure beneficiaries data are recorded in accordance with the data protection obligations.
  • Evaluate overall satisfaction of the project from the perspective of beneficiaries.
  • Utilize the information to improve future distributions and overall program quality for similar projects; and monitor protection risks related to this distribution.
  • Ensure the data collection and Kobo tools are uploaded into the system.
Generic Professional Competencies
  • University degree graduate with experience in social science, statistics, economics, rural development, or engineering or in other related fields with experience in humanitarian context
  • At least 2 and above years' experience from working as a data collector/distribution programme
  • S/he should be able to meet deadlines. Good spoken and written English is necessary. Knowledge of humanitarian principles and code of conduct is essential.
  • Previous experience of data collection with NGO preferred plus Kobo system and tool advantages
Context related skills, knowledge and experience
  • Computer skills
  • Previous experience with mobile data collection methods and other on line data collection tools
  • Good organizational skills, including ability to work to deadlines and to priorities
  • Good Knowledge of the culture and language of the local community
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work diligently both independently and in a team setting
Behavioural competencies
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work under pressure.