Data Collectors needed at John Hopkins University

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Job title : Data Collectors

Job Location : Bauchi

Deadline : February 18, 2024

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Responsibilities
Orientation and Training:

  • Attend comprehensive orientation and training sessions to understand the project objectives, data collection tools, and ethical considerations.
  • Familiarize oneself with the study protocol, data collection instruments, and any relevant guidelines.

Quantitative Data Collection

  • Extract data from relevant registers in assigned health facilities.
  • Ensure the completeness, accuracy, and consistency of collected quantitative data.
  • Conduct face-to-face interviews and surveys using structured questionnaires with identified respondents, including healthcare providers, facility staff etc
  • Utilize electronic data collection tools or paper-based forms as specified by the project for data abstraction/validation.

Quality Assurance

  • Implement quality control measures during data collection to minimize errors and discrepancies by adhering to study protocol and SOPS.
  • Regularly check and validate collected data to ensure its reliability.

Ethical Considerations

  • Adhere strictly to ethical guidelines and standards during data collection, ensuring informed consent and confidentiality.
  • Report any ethical concerns or issues encountered during data collection promptly.

Communication

  • Maintain open and effective communication with the supervisor and other team members.
  • Provide regular updates on progress, challenges, and successes.

Problem Resolution

  • Identify and address any challenges or issues encountered during data collection promptly.
  • Seek guidance from the project coordinator or supervisor when faced with complex situations.

Documentation

  • Complete all required documentation accurately, including field notes and any incident reports.
  • Ensure that all collected data, both quantitative and qualitative, is securely stored and handed over to the designated project personnel.

Flexibility

  • Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changes in the data collection plan or schedule as required by the project.

Duty Location

  • Each data collector will be assigned to selected HFs in LGAs in Nasarawa and Bauchi states

Required Qualifications

  • Post secondary school degree, University Degree is an added advantage
  • Previous experience in both quantitative and qualitative health-related data collection.
  • Understanding of RMNCH indicators and issues.
  • Familiarity with electronic data collection tools (if applicable).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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