Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-governmental policy and research organization dedicated to discovering and advancing what works to improve the lives of people living in poverty. Combining technical rigor, immediate policy interest, and a solid grounding in the needs of the poor, IPA’s work helps practitioners better allocate their resources and improve their operations. IPA has been fully registered and working in Ghana since 2009.
Job Description
- Location: Mion District, Karaga District, Kumbungu District, Tolon District.
- Deadline to apply: 28th February 2025 (reviewed on a rolling basis)
- Desired start date: 1st March 2025
- Language requirement: Dagbani, Likpakpan
Project Summary
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-governmental policy and research organization dedicated to discovering and advancing what works to improve the lives of people living in poverty. Combining technical rigor, immediate policy interest, and a solid grounding in the needs of the poor, IPA’s work helps practitioners better allocate their resources and improve their operations. IPA has been fully registered and working in Ghana since 2009.
IPA is looking to recruit Enumerators to manage field activities on a new research project. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above position.
Reports to: Field Manager
Job description: The Enumerators will conduct qualitative, quantitative, phone surveys with participants in the areas listed above.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct surveys in assigned communities.
- Live within assigned districts or field stations during the period of the survey
- Adhere to all IPA survey and data protocols.
- Adhere to all covid-19 protocols outlined by the Ghana Health Service.
- Promptly respond to contact from the Research Associate, Field Manager, Senior Research Quality Associate or other IPA staff.
- Perform other duties related to the project that may be assigned to him/her.
Required Skills or Experience
Skills or Experience
- Experience Using Paper or CAPI Survey
- Experience doing quantitative or qualitative field activities
- First degree or its equivalent from a reputable institution with at least one-year field/data collection experience
- Should be familiar with Computer Assisted Interview (CAI) or keen to learn.
- Familiarity with administering interviews using SurveyCTO is an added advantage.
- Should be fluent in English
- Should be fluent and able to translate questionnaire in any or combination of the following languages: Dagbani, Likpakpan
- Should be willing to travel and work in remote communities.
- Ability to speak a combination of languages of specific geographical location will be of great advantage
Note
- There will be an aptitude test and interviews for external shortlisted candidates
- Trainees who perform best at the surveyor training will be considered for auditor position.
- Being resident of the above-mentioned districts is preferable
How To Apply for the Latest Vacancy at Innovations for Poverty Action
To apply, please fill out the online application form by clicking the link below: https://ipaghana.surveycto.com/collect/enumerator_application_form_2023_template
Please take note of the following instructions:
- Candidates will only be considered for the roles, for which they applied. Those who apply for higher positions and do not qualify for those roles will not be considered for other lower positions.
- Only the newest application will be considered from candidates who submit multiple applications.
- Due to the high volume of applications received by IPA, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
DISCLAIMER:
Please note that IPA will never require monetary compensation as part of its application process. Any requests for monetary compensation by persons claiming to be IPA employees or persons claiming to represent IPA should be disregarded and reported. Please direct questions to jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org
