Data Collection Officer (Team Member) at Future Stars Initiative

Future Stars Initiative - We provide a safe and nurturing environment for your precious little one to blossom. Your child will learn creative arts, language development and sensory exploration; critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to succeed in school. What we do in a nutshell: Inclusive Childcare, Early Childhood Education, Child Rights Advocacy and Youth Empowerment Training.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Collection Officer (Team Member)

Location: Jos, Plateau
Employment Type: Part-time
Reports to: Field Supervisor / M&E Officer / Project Manager
Work Mode: Field-based (project sites, communities, or designated regions)
Contract Type: Short-term / Project-based

Job Summary

• The Data Collection Team is responsible for gathering accurate, reliable, and timely information to support program monitoring, evaluation, research, and reporting.
• Team members will conduct field visits, administer surveys or questionnaires, carry out interviews, record observations, and ensure data integrity in line with project objectives and ethical standards.
• The Future Stars Initiative, in collaboration with partner local NGOs, is conducting a comprehensive data collection exercise on out-of-school children across Plateau State.
• This effort aims to generate reliable evidence that will inform advocacy, policy decisions, and targeted interventions to improve access to education for vulnerable children.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field data collection using paper-based forms, tablets, or mobile applications.
• Administer structured and semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and household surveys.
• Ensure informed consent is obtained and confidentiality of respondents is maintained.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of data before submission.
• Work closely with field supervisors to resolve issues encountered during data collection.
• Report daily progress and challenges to the supervisor.
• Adhere to timelines, data quality protocols, and ethical guidelines.
• Safeguard project equipment (phones, tablets, GPS devices, etc.) used for data collection.
• Maintain professionalism and neutrality while engaging with community members.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of a Diploma / Degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Prior experience in field data collection, surveys, or research preferred.
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, CommCare) is an asset.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English and local languages of the project area.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

Core Competencies:

• Integrity and respect for confidentiality.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent travel to field sites, often in rural or hard-to-reach areas.
• Flexible working hours, including weekends when required.
• Field-based role with significant interaction with community members and stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
28th September, 2025.

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