About the Role
Data Lead Africa is seeking dynamic and detail-oriented Field Enumerators to support an extensive agricultural research study in Cross River State. In this role, you will play a critical part in collecting vital data on agricultural production, farming practices, rural livelihoods, market participation, and socio-economic inclusion. If you possess deep knowledge of rural communities in Cross River and have a passion for research and development, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities- Attend and successfully complete mandatory enumerator training on study objectives and research ethics.
- Collaborate with supervisors to schedule daily field movements and interviews.
- Conduct face-to-face interviews with farmers, agricultural value-chain actors, and rural households.
- Administer digital questionnaires accurately using mobile platforms like KoboToolbox or ODK.
- Capture precise GPS coordinates and assist with farm-area measurements where required.
- Transcribe and translate interviews into English while ensuring data quality and completeness.
- Protect respondents' privacy and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
- A university degree in Agricultural Science, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience conducting field interviews and quantitative or qualitative data collection.
- Proficiency in mobile data-collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, ODK, or Survey Solutions.
- Strong command of English and fluency in local languages commonly spoken in Cross River.
- Willingness and physical readiness to travel to remote and rural communities.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
- Gain valuable field research experience with a reputable data solutions organization.
- Receive comprehensive training on advanced mobile data collection and research methodologies.
- Competitive daily stipend and travel allowances during the fieldwork period.
- Networking opportunities with development professionals and agricultural researchers.