Data Collector at Malaria Consortium

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Malaria Consortium is a leading international non-profit organization focused on the prevention and control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. We collaborate with communities, governments, academic institutions, and both local and international partners to deliver effective health services. Our work includes providing technical guidance for monitoring, evaluation, evidence-based planning, and strengthening national health systems to improve health outcomes, reduce poverty, and support economic growth.

We are currently recruiting for the position below:

Job Title: Data Collector

Location: Gombe State

Assignment Overview

This assignment seeks to recruit and deploy research personnel who will conduct data collection, analysis, and interpretation for an End-of-Round (EoR) evaluation using the Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) methodology.
Selected consultants and supervisors will train data collectors and oversee the entire data collection exercise, while trained personnel will collect data using an electronic platform.

Scope of Work

The EoR evaluation will be conducted in states implementing the MDA-AZM project: Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa, Adamawa, and Gombe.
Activities will include identification, selection, and training of supervisors (ToT), followed by training and deployment of data collectors, data collection, analysis, and report development.

Methodology

The evaluation aims to assess Azithromycin (AZM) coverage and determine the level of adherence by Community Drug Distributors (CDDs) to treatment protocols within 5 days after each treatment round.
Results will be analyzed, and wards scoring below 80% will receive targeted corrective measures to improve future performance.

Personnel Needed: Research Assistants / Data Collectors (1 per 4 Wards)

Responsibilities:

  • Administer household-level questionnaires following approved guidelines.

  • Participate in a two-day physical training on MDA-AZM, data collection tools, ethics, communication skills, and electronic data capture.

  • Perform data collection using SurveyCTO.

Specific Tasks

  • Attend mandatory training facilitated by national consultants.

  • Conduct household interviews using SurveyCTO.

  • Upload collected data to the SurveyCTO server.

  • Respond to supervisor feedback by correcting errors and inconsistencies promptly.

Deliverables

  • Submit accurate and verified household data to the central server within assigned timelines.

Required Profile

  • Minimum HND/B.Sc. in Social Sciences or Health-related fields.

  • Experience in public health research and data collection.

  • Proficiency in using digital tools for data gathering (e.g., smartphones).

  • LQAS data collection experience is an added advantage.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • Must not be employed by any government institution.

  • Must not have participated in MDA-AZM activities at any level.

  • Must not have been blacklisted in previous project activities.

  • Ability to speak local languages (e.g., Hausa, Fulfulde, Kanuri).

  • Respect for local customs and familiarity with the terrain.

  • Preferably female candidates (priority given to women), and must reside in the selected state.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply via this link.

Application Deadline: Thursday, 18 December, 2025; 5:00 PM.

Important Notes

  • Only candidates who meet the requirements and follow the application instructions will be shortlisted.

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early submission is encouraged.

  • Malaria Consortium does NOT request any payment at any stage of recruitment.

  • Hardcopy CVs are not accepted; all applications must be submitted through the online portal.

Safeguarding Commitment

Malaria Consortium is committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals. We require all staff, partners, consultants, and volunteers to uphold ethical conduct and comply with our Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
By adhering to these standards, we ensure safe and respectful engagement with the communities we serve.

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