Information TechnologyFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is seeking Enumerators for the STRIDES Baseline Study. The role involves collecting high-quality data through household surveys and qualitative methods, ensuring strict adherence to ethical and safeguarding standards while representing the foundation in the field.
Key Responsibilities
Attend all training sessions and participate in piloting activities to ensure readiness for ethical and accurate data collection.
Administer household surveys using mobile tools and support qualitative data collection through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) under supervision.
Obtain informed consent, maintain confidentiality, and strictly adhere to AKF’s safeguarding and ethical research standards.
Develop and maintain a clear daily workplan prior to data collection, outlining the specific villages to be visited to ensure coverage of assigned locations per day.
Submit complete and accurate data daily, maintain fieldwork logs, and promptly report any challenges encountered.
Use and manage project equipment responsibly, ensuring proper handling and return upon completion of fieldwork.
Ethical and Safeguarding Standards
Sign AKF’s Safeguarding Statement of Commitment.
Abide by AKF’s Safeguarding Manual, AKF Code of conduct and ethical research standards.
Ensure participant protection, confidentiality, and informed consent.
Report any safeguarding concerns immediately.
Timeline and Commitment (2026)
Enumerator Training & Tool Piloting: 25th May 2026.
Data Collection Period: 1st – 12th June 2026.
Submission of Raw Data: 20th June 2026.
Required Qualifications
Minimum diploma in social sciences, public health, statistics, or related field.
Prior experience in field data collection, especially on gender, health, or SRHR topics in Kilifi County.
Familiarity with digital data collection tools (ODK, KoboToolbox).
Fluency in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of local dialects will be an advantage.
Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
Demonstrated commitment to ethical research and safeguarding principles.
Deliverables
Completed and verified survey forms (digital).
Daily fieldwork logs and summaries.
Feedback on tool usability and field challenges.
Participation in debrief and final review sessions.
Application Requirements
Updated CV.
Brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience, clearly indicating whether you are applying for the Quantitative or Qualitative enumerator role.
Copies of academic certificates (Transcripts are not accepted).
Valid certificate of good conduct.
Contact details of three referees.
Any previous engagement within the sector (e.g., past surveys, community mobilization).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application to akfkenya.procurement@akdn.org by 22nd May 2026.
The application should include:
Updated CV.
Brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience, clearly indicating whether you are applying for the Quantitative or Qualitative enumerator role as well as your current location and specific sub-county for which you are applying.
Copies of academic certificates (Transcripts are not accepted).
Valid certificate of good conduct.
Contact details of three referees.
Use the subject line: STRIDES Enumerator Application – [specify whether Quantitative or Qualitative].
