Data Collector at Malaria Consortium

Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organizations specializing in the comprehensive prevention, control and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases, among vulnerable and under privileged populations. We increasingly find our work on malaria to be effectively integrateable with other similar public health interventions for greater impact and therefore expanded our remit to include child health and neglected tropical disease interventions, and we are further piloting integration with vitamin A supplementation (VAS) intervention. We work in Africa and Asia with communities, governments, academic institutions, and local and international organizations, to ensure effective delivery of services, which are supported by strong evidence.

Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) and Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS) are life-saving health interventions delivered hitherto through siloed periodic mass drug administration (MDA) campaigns to children below five years of age. While SMC has recorded high acceptability and coverage (often above 95%), VAS coverage has been below 46%, nationally (NDHS 2018). Given WHO’s recommendation that delivery of health interventions be integrated where possible to maximize effectiveness, implementation research was designed to improve Vitamin A coverage through integration with SMC campaigns delivered through a common door-to-door approach. The study is being conducted in Bauchi and Niger States. The target population for the SMC+VAS integrated campaign is primarily children between the age range of 6-59 months.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Collector

Location: Niger

Purpose of the Assignment

• The purpose of this ToR is to engage highly experience research personnel that will conduct quantitative data collection for the Post MNCHW Survey. 
• This is part of the broader implementation research on the integration of vitamin A Supplementation (VAS) with Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) in Niger State. The State Consultants must adhere to the Survey protocol and methodology and administered the structure data collection tools as expected.
• The State Consultants will be responsible for conducting households’ interviews using structured electronic questionnaires (Survey CTO) based on the Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) methodology. Their role is central to the successful collection of high-quality, reliable and timely data on coverage and quality of the 2025 MNCHW campaign in Niger.
• Selected State Consultants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills, deep understanding of household survey methodologies, fluency in Niger local languages and proficiency in using Survey CTO mobile data collection application.

Scope of Assignment

• The Post MNCHW Survey will be conducted across the 25 LGAs of Niger State supported by GF-SMC in collaboration with SMC+VAS Project. 
• The data collectors will be engaged to support the implementation of quantitative household surveys across selected communities in Niger State. 
• Working under the supervision of SMC-VAS Senior M&E Officer, the data collectors will be responsible for administering structured questionnaires to eligible caregivers and collecting accurate data on the coverage and quality of Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS), Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC), and key Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Week (MNCHW) interventions. The process will involve identification, selection and training of Data Collectors in Bauchi State.

Specific objectives

• Attend and actively participate in the training on data collection conducted by the Malaria Consortium M&E team.
• Conduct data collection in sampled households based on the LQAS methodology, including: obtaining written consents from respondents, administering interviews to the right participants and ensuring confidentiality of respondents' personal data during and after interviews.
• Report any issues to the State Consultant and assist in solving problems.
• Conduct interviews in selected households using the Survey-CTO data collection application and upload daily data onto the server.
• Meet daily targets of household visits based on the protocol and survey methodology.
• Collect high-quality data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data collected.
• Meet daily targets and upload data onto the server in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of respondents' personal data during and after interviews.

Expected Output / deliverables:

• Complete data set based on daily targets uploaded into the SurveyCTO platform.
• Process reports submitted and approved by the Senior M&E Officer.

Type of personnel Required

• A minimum of National Diploma in Social Sciences, Health-related or National Certificate of Education (NCE).
• Experience in conducting public health research, particularly data collection.
• Knowledge of sampling techniques in conducting quantitative surveys.
• Experience in the use of modern technology in research, including the use of phones for data collection.
• Previous experience conducting LQAS surveys is an added advantage.
• Ability to speak local languages (Nupe/Hausa/Bagyi).
• Must be a resident of Niger State.
• Familiarity with the terrain, tradition, and culture of the locality.
• Ability to pay attention to details.
• Ability to write reports.
• Must not be a current government staff at any level.
• Must not be part of SMC implementation in any of the following capacities (national, state, LGA, HFW, CHW, FA, TA, or LM).
• Must not be blacklisted during previous LQAS activities.

Additional Requirements:

• The Data Collector will be required to work independently and as part of a team and travel to selected households within Niger State.
• The Data Collector will be required to use their own phone for data collection, and must adhere to the study protocol, including all data collection and management procedures. 

Application Closing Date
Monday, 2nd June 2025. (5:00pm)

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• For this position, previous working experience with MC and in SMC are added advantages.
• Interested and qualified candidates who are passionate and willing to contribute towards the achievement of our goals should kindly fill the application form below before 5:00pm Monday, 2nd June 2025. 
• Kindly note that applicants who do not follow this specification will be disqualified.
• Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Kindly note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and as a result, the process may conclude before the advertised deadline. Therefore, early applications are highly encouraged.
• Malaria Consortium does not accept or ask for payment during recruitment. We also would not accept hardcopy CVs; all applications should be sent through the above link.