Data Collection Enumerators

About Aid Gate Organization “AGO”

Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is an independent national NGO in Iraq, committed to supporting Internally Displaced Persons, returnees, and vulnerable communities across all Iraqi cities and governorates. With operations in key regions such as Kirkuk, Salah al-Din, Anbar, Nineveh, Diyala, and Basra, AGO focuses on rebuilding lives and promoting inclusivity for all, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

1. Background

As part of efforts to enhance community resilience and inform future programming, a comprehensive and participatory risk, vulnerability, and coping assessment will be conducted in Nasiriyah and Chibayish. This assessment aims to gather firsthand data from local communities to understand their exposure to various risks, existing vulnerabilities, and coping mechanisms.

To support this activity, two experienced enumerators will be hired to collect data in the field using structured tools and participatory methods.

2. Purpose of the Assignment

The Enumerators will be responsible for collecting high-quality qualitative and quantitative data from community members in the target locations. This will include household surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews, as guided by the assessment methodology.

3. Scope of Work

Each Enumerator will:

• Participate in a one-day training/orientation on tools and methodology.
• Conduct household-level surveys using mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK).
• Facilitate or take notes during focus group discussions and key informant interviews.
• Ensure accurate and ethical data collection, respecting confidentiality and informed consent.
• Coordinate with the Assessment Team Leader and other enumerators to ensure full coverage of the assigned areas.
• Submit daily progress reports and address any identified issues promptly.
• Adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols and local cultural sensitivities.

4. Locations & Timeline

• Nasiriyah – 2 Enumerator
• Chibayish – 2 Enumerator
• Duration: 5 consecutive days, for each location

5. Deliverables

• Completed household surveys as per the assigned target (to be defined in the training).
• Accurate and clean raw data entries submitted through the designated digital platform.
• Participation in the debriefing session after data collection.
• Brief field notes or summaries of key findings per location (optional).

   

  6.Reporting Line

• The Enumerators will report to the Assessment Team Leader or the M&E Officer designated by the implementing organization.

   

Interested applicants must send their most recent:

1. CV
2. Cover Letter

 To tendering@agediraq.org  , the Subject line must read:

Data Collector tendersglobal.net Nassriya & Chibayish

 Note:

Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be considered

 The CVs received after the closing date may not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills.

Due to the nature of AGO work activities, AGO demands its employees to have the highest discretion and flexibility qualities. AGO can anytime according to the needs of his mission, and change the work location of his employee. AGO can at any time

update tasks on this Job Description according to the evolution of the program or strategy changes. The above-listed tasks are not exhaustive, the employee can be asked to undertake other tasks by the employer according to the competencies, to work over setting time.

 

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.