Data Collectors (Enumerators) at Catholic Relief Services

ToRs for Recruitment of Data Collectors (Enumerators) for CRS Malawi Country Program

Background

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more that 100 countries. Without regard to race, religion or nationality, CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. Through its Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) department, Catholic Relief Service (CRS) Malawi Country Program is updating its database of temporary interviewers and is therefore seeking experienced enumerators to join our dynamic team. Successful candidates will be engaged in both quantitative and qualitative data collection projects across various regions of Malawi.

Purpose of the Data Collectors (Enumerators)

CRS/Malawi, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team will be working hand in hand with the data collectors to collect data relating to projects like Reintegration, Centre on Human Trafficking Research & Outreach (CenHTRO), Strengthening the Capacity of Religious Women in Early Childhood Development (SCORE ECD), WASH in Health Facilities, Integrated Orphans and Vulnerable Children and Youths (IOVCY II), Mlimi pa Tsogolo, Restore Africa and Malaria. The data collectors will be trained on interviewing techniques and the data collection instruments.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

a) Collect data from the assigned project areas using electronic questionnaires.
b) Ensure completeness and accuracy of data collected.
c) Synchronize all completed questionnaires into cloud.
d) Report any obstacles in the field or on the use of the technology to the supervisor.

Key Reporting Relationships

Internal: The data collectors will be reporting and working closely with the MEAL Officers responsible for supporting the projects.
External: They will also have working relationships with Partner representatives, local government representatives and sister congregations.

Logistics

During the surveys, CRS will provide transport to the teams and other necessary tools required for this purpose.

Education

• Preferably graduates from any recognized University in Early Childhood Development, Education, Social Sciences, Social Work and health related fields.
• Those with Diploma with considerable experience in data collection at household level will
  be considered.

Required Competencies, Experience and Qualifications

Personal Qualities

• Must be reliable and committed to fulfilling assignments with high level of professionalism.
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Must have in-depth questioning and active listening skills
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and sometimes in adverse field conditions.
• Must be proactive and able to “think on your feet”.
• Highly punctual, organized and flexible.
• Able to follow the guidance provided by supervisors/managers.
• Must be conversant with basic social research ethics and be able to apply them in the field
• Must show respect and non-judgmental attitude towards respondents’ ideas, cultural values, and traditions.
• Must show sober behavior at all times they are required to perform duties.
• Must be able to assure confidentiality of respondents’ personal information.
• Able to build rapport with respondents to ensure that they remain motivated and interested in answering questions truthfully.
• Fluent in Chewa, Tumbuka, Nkhonde, and Sena.

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications and CVs together with relevant certificates to:

The Country Representative
Catholic Relief Services
Private Bag B319
LILONGWE

Email: [email protected]

The deadline for receiving applications is 28th April 2025. Please note that applications should
only be made through the email provided above and not hard copies.

Please be advised that CRS requires its staff and affiliates to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, all successful candidates will be subjected to a comprehensive background check, and their personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate their behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.