About the Opportunity

We are pleased to announce the Qualitative Research Enumerators vacancy within the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Department. Reporting to Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Associate the position holder will work closely with the research field mobilizers, research team, MEL and BGS teams to ensure that high-quality data is collected, analyzed and used to inform programming and decision-making across the organization. The enumerators must be available to attend a 5-day mandatory training. This position is based in Kakuma and Dadaab.

Inkomoko is currently recruiting field qualitative research enumerators for the “Thriving Entrepreneurs.” Research study. The goal of the study is to (a) provide an overview of the characteristics of successful and unsuccessful businesses among refugee and host communities and (b)understand constraints to business growth. The study will be implemented across three countries: Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda.

Responsibilities

The position responsibilities will include but are not limited to;

• Assist the Research/MEL/ BGS teams in data collection.
• Enumerators will facilitate and record KIIs and FGDs with Inkomoko clients, entrepreneurs and the wider community.
• Ensure taking detailed notes based on the discussions as guided during the training.
• Submit the detailed notes to the Research and/ or MEL teams in a timely manner.
• Undertake any other duties as directed by the Research and/or MEL Team.
• Attend a mandatory 5 day training.

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with incredible attention to detail and good communication skills. Basic qualifications include:

• Higher diploma with at least 3 years of data collection experience. BA in any field a plus
• Experience in facilitating and recording KII and FGD discussions.
• Good communication skills, fluent in English
• Fluency in local languages spoken in the study locations.
• Ability to work in teams and with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges during data collection.
• Unrelenting perseverance, personal integrity, flexible and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to legally work in Kenya including Refugees living in Kenya are most welcome.

What You’ll Get

This role is a tremendous opportunity to work in a high-growth, mission-driven organization. Our compensation includes a great working environment and competitive compensation:

• Competitive salary, and potential performance-based bonus
• Benefits including health insurance, annual leave, staff savings program, parental leave for men and women, sabbatical program, and more.
• Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth.
• Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals across the region.