International Fertilizer Development Centre Recruits Field Enumerators

Employment Nigeria 01-Jan-1970 NIGERIA , NIGERIA ,

IFDC is a non-profit public international organization addressing critical issues such as agricultural sustainability, international food security, the alleviation of global hunger and poverty, environmental protection and the promotion of economic development and self-sufficiency. It accomplishes this through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise in developing and transitioning nations. IFDC's results-oriented projects cover specialties from agribusiness to engineering and technology development, from management information systems to crop nutrient management, policy reform and market development.

IFDC Nigeria facilitates agricultural projects throughout Nigeria, aiming to contribute to a sustainable increase of farmers’ income by facilitating Public Private Partnerships (PPPs). IFDC is recruiting qualified Field Enumerators for a GES Pilot project in the FCT.

Job Title: Field Enumerators

Job Location: Abuja

Job Description
Field Enumerators will carry out a survey in FCT by interviewing farmers and accurately recording their responses. Field Enumerators will be expected to travel throughout the FCT, communicate with local leaders and farmers about the purpose of the survey, organize and manage large crowds of people, ask questions and compile reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate in a workshop to understand the objective of the project
Carry out data collection / survey in FCT
Probing for specific information from the farmers
Proper and respectful management of discussions
Ensure accurate recording of the outcome of each interview
Ensure each questions in the survey instrument was understood and answered to the best ability of the interviewee
Liaise with community heads, extension agents and other stakeholders
Communicate daily with the field supervisor
Operate a computer, smart phone handset or similar devices.
Notify the field supervisor where bottlenecks occur
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirement

Minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in any discipline
Computer skills in Microsoft Word & Excel
Willingness to travel over rough terrain and work in remote locations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively both in English and the local language
Knowledge of agricultural development is desired
1-2 years work experience in enumeration, surveys, or data-entry is preferred
Experience operating a tablet computer or smart phone is preferred
Good handwriting and ability to adhere to good documentation.
Ability to understand the points being made, and ask appropriate questions
Ability to gather information by careful observation
Good time management and organization skills
Availability, punctuality, participation and comportment during the programme
Candidates should be young and vibrant
Candidate should be available during the programme without being engaged in other activities.

Mode of Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send an application consisting of a letter of introduction that outlines the applicant's educational background, relevant work experience, and major areas of professional interest, and an up-to-date CV to: ifdcnigeria@ifdc.org
Or submit a hardcopy; addressed to:

Country Representative, International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC)
No 6 Ogbagi Street, Off Oro Ago Street, Cadastral Zone II, Garki, Abuja.

Note:

All submissions must state which position the applicant is applying for in the subject of the email.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls are accepted.

Application Deadline: 27th November, 2013

Sorry the application deadline for this job has elapsed

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