Job Overview

FIELD INTERVIEWER (10 Position(s))

Job Description

Job Summary

Ifakara Health Institute is seeking qualified ten (10) Field Interviewers who will be located in Dar es Salaam to support field-based data collection, quality assurance, and documentation processes under the supervision of senior researchers and consultants.

Responsibility:

Responsibilities

The Field Interviewer will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and validating both quantitative and qualitative data according to established study protocols.
They will ensure that data collection processes are of high quality, ethical, and adhere to IHI and national research standards.
Participate in training sessions on study tools, electronic data collection (CAPI), and research ethics.
Administer structured questionnaires to households, caregivers, and service providers.
Conduct direct observations, data verification, and checks at health, community, and ECD centers.
Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of data collected using tablets or mobile devices.
Support quality control checks, including revisits, validation, and spot checks.
Collaborate with district and regional officials to coordinate field logistics and permissions.
Report daily progress, field challenges, and data quality issues to the Field Coordinator.
Ensure data confidentiality and adhere to all ethical procedures approved by NIMR and IHI-IRB.

Skill :

Desired Skills

Proficiency in using data collection software (e.g., SurveyCTO, KoboToolbox, ODK, or CSPro).
Skills in Quantitative data management (collection and handling) and record keeping
Familiarity with ethical principles of human subjects’ research and confidentiality
Capable of building and sustaining relationships with staff at all levels
Demonstrated ability to work in rural settings and under minimal supervision
Good skills in problem solving, teamwork.
Professional attitude with highest level of integrity

Qualification Required:

Essential Qualification

Certificate in Sociology or Social Work or Science subjects, or any other related qualification from a recognized Institutions

Experience :

Prefered Experience

At least 3 years’ experience in field data collection or research implementation (preferably in health, nutrition, or ECD projects).

Preferred Language Skill :

Prefered Language

Fluent in both English and Swahili Language

Job Opening date : 11-Dec-2025

Job closing date : 24-Dec-2025

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Field Interviewer (10 Position(s)) | Job Opportunity at Ifakara Health Institute