Data Collectors job at Cordaid
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-May-15
Location: Kampala
Data Collectors 2026-05-14T12:42:36+00:00 Cordaid https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_3384/logo/Cordaid.png https://www.cordaid.org/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Nonprofit, and NGO Social Services & Nonprofit, Business Operations, Farming & Outdoors 2026-05-17T17:00:00+00:00 8 Description Cordaid is hiring Data Collectors (24) to support the Agricultural Governance Results Improvement Project (A-GRIP) by collecting high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from project beneficiaries and key stakeholders using structured tools. Other locations: Busoga, Elgon, Lango, Rwenzori, And Kigezi Region  Education Key Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the MEAL team, the Data Collectors will: - Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with district, subcounty, and other partner project staff; particularly those working with the Departments of Administration, Production, and Natural resources (ENR).
- Conduct Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with small holder farmers at parish level.
- Administer household survey to small holder farmers
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
- Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
- Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets
- Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
- Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly
- Completed and submitted digital questionnaires per assigned targets
- Accurate notes/transcripts for KIIs and FGDs (where applicable)
- Daily progress reports to the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: - Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelorâs degree in social sciences, Statistics, Economics Development Studies, or related field
- Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
- Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Comcare/ Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
- Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
- Familiarity in collecting data related to agriculture, land registration, and good governance promoted projects is an added advantage
- Experience working in Busoga region (Kamuli, Buyende, & Namutumba);
- Elgon region (Mbale, Bududa, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa, & Namisindwa);
- Lango region (Lira, Alebtong & Apac), Rwenzori (Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Bunyangabu, Kamwenge, & Kyegegwa);
- Kigezi region (Kabale, Rukiga, Rubanda, Kisoro & Kanungu) is highly desirable.
Others/Extra Details Required Skills and Competencies - Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga, Luganda, Rutooro, Rukiga, Langi, Lumasaba/Gisu and Kupsabiny (local language is essential)
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
- Good teamwork and professionalism
- Ability to transcribe qualitative data.
- Report writing is paramount.
Ethical Considerations - Maintain strict confidentiality of all respondent information
- Ensure voluntary participation and informed consent is obtained before/during commencement of the interview
- Respect community norms and uphold Cordaidâs safeguarding policies.
Selection Criteria - Relevant experience in similar assignments
- Demonstrated ability to use Comcare/ Kobo/ODK
- Knowledge of the local context
- Performance during interview and/or practical assessment
- Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with district, subcounty, and other partner project staff; particularly those working with the Departments of Administration, Production, and Natural resources (ENR).
- Conduct Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with small holder farmers at parish level.
- Administer household survey to small holder farmers
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
- Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
- Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets
- Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
- Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly
- Completed and submitted digital questionnaires per assigned targets
- Accurate notes/transcripts for KIIs and FGDs (where applicable)
- Daily progress reports to the supervisor
- Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga, Luganda, Rutooro, Rukiga, Langi, Lumasaba/Gisu and Kupsabiny (local language is essential)
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
- Good teamwork and professionalism
- Ability to transcribe qualitative data.
- Report writing is paramount.
- Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelorâs degree in social sciences, Statistics, Economics Development Studies, or related field
- Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
- Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Comcare/ Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
- Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
- Familiarity in collecting data related to agriculture, land registration, and good governance promoted projects is an added advantage
- Experience working in Busoga region (Kamuli, Buyende, & Namutumba);
- Elgon region (Mbale, Bududa, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa, & Namisindwa);
- Lango region (Lira, Alebtong & Apac), Rwenzori (Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Bunyangabu, Kamwenge, & Kyegegwa);
- Kigezi region (Kabale, Rukiga, Rubanda, Kisoro & Kanungu) is highly desirable.
JOB-6a05c33c12955 Vacancy title: Data Collectors Jobs at: Cordaid Deadline of this Job: Sunday, May 17 2026 Duty Station: Kampala | Kampala Summary Date Posted: Thursday, May 14 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
Description Cordaid is hiring Data Collectors (24) to support the Agricultural Governance Results Improvement Project (A-GRIP) by collecting high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from project beneficiaries and key stakeholders using structured tools. Other locations: Busoga, Elgon, Lango, Rwenzori, And Kigezi Region  Education Key Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the MEAL team, the Data Collectors will: - Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with district, subcounty, and other partner project staff; particularly those working with the Departments of Administration, Production, and Natural resources (ENR).
- Conduct Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with small holder farmers at parish level.
- Administer household survey to small holder farmers
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
- Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
- Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets
- Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
- Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly
- Completed and submitted digital questionnaires per assigned targets
- Accurate notes/transcripts for KIIs and FGDs (where applicable)
- Daily progress reports to the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: - Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelorâs degree in social sciences, Statistics, Economics Development Studies, or related field
- Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
- Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Comcare/ Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
- Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
- Familiarity in collecting data related to agriculture, land registration, and good governance promoted projects is an added advantage
- Experience working in Busoga region (Kamuli, Buyende, & Namutumba);
- Elgon region (Mbale, Bududa, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa, & Namisindwa);
- Lango region (Lira, Alebtong & Apac), Rwenzori (Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Bunyangabu, Kamwenge, & Kyegegwa);
- Kigezi region (Kabale, Rukiga, Rubanda, Kisoro & Kanungu) is highly desirable.
Others/Extra Details Required Skills and Competencies - Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga, Luganda, Rutooro, Rukiga, Langi, Lumasaba/Gisu and Kupsabiny (local language is essential)
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
- Good teamwork and professionalism
- Ability to transcribe qualitative data.
- Report writing is paramount.
Ethical Considerations - Maintain strict confidentiality of all respondent information
- Ensure voluntary participation and informed consent is obtained before/during commencement of the interview
- Respect community norms and uphold Cordaidâs safeguarding policies.
Selection Criteria - Relevant experience in similar assignments
- Demonstrated ability to use Comcare/ Kobo/ODK
- Knowledge of the local context
- Performance during interview and/or practical assessment
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 24 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
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