Overview

This position involves collecting data for large-scale quantitative and qualitative surveys under the SMC + VAS project in Bauchi and Niger States. It focuses on evaluating the integration of Vitamin A Supplementation with Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in training and conduct household-level interviews across assigned clusters.
Obtain informed consent and ensure confidentiality of data.
Administer questionnaires to eligible respondents, aiming for daily targets (approximately 20–25 households).
Upload collected data daily and report field challenges to supervisors.
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data in accordance with survey protocols and ethical standards.

Requirements

National Diploma (ND), NCE, or equivalent in Social Sciences, Health, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in public health research and data collection.
Proficiency in mobile data collection tools; experience with LQAS surveys is a plus.
Fluency in Hausa or Fulani; familiarity with local communities in Bauchi and Niger State.
Must not be a government employee or engaged in SMC implementation activities.
Strong attention to detail and good reporting skills.

Benefits

Successful candidates will use their personal smartphones for data collection and will need to travel within assigned communities, adhering to all safeguarding and ethical standards set by Malaria Consortium.