Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is seeking 11 Senior Field Officers for the DEP Project. Under the general supervision and support of the Field Manager and Research Associate, and within the limits of Innovations for Poverty Action-Kenya policies and procedures, the Senior Field Officer will generally facilitate field logistics during field work. The role involves developing and executing field work plans and leading data collection efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Field Logistics & Planning: Facilitate field logistics during field work; develop and execute field work plans under the guidance and support of the Field Manager and Research Associate.
Tool Testing: Assist in bench testing and piloting of the survey tool on SurveyCTO to ensure it is up to standard.
Data Collection Management: Lead a team conducting in-person and phone surveys; provide feedback on SurveyCTO programming, assist in survey translations, and oversee/monitor data collection.
Team Supervision: Work closely with the Field Manager to ensure all work schedules are received by enumerators daily; ensure teams have sufficient work and adapt schedules as necessary.
Resource Management: Ensure all teams have all necessary materials and tools required for data collection on time.
Staff Training: Assist in coordinating project staff training and lead teams of Field Officers during pilot practice to provide feedback on survey instruments.
Reporting: Organize data collected by enumerators and provide daily feedback on operations.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in social sciences, public policy, or related fields.
At least 2 years’ experience in data collection and management.
Demonstrated experience managing teams.
Previous experience collecting data using SurveyCTO in-person and over phone.
Demonstrated experience in tracking respondents.
Adept in survey translation with great communication skills.
Flexible, self-motivated and able to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
Preferred Attributes
Candidates from or comfortable working in Nairobi, Nakuru, Naivasha, Kajiado, Kiambu, Machakos, Mombasa, Kilifi North, Kilifi South, Uasin Gishu, Kakamega, Bungoma, and Busia.
