Cordaid
Job Category: Programmes
Duty Station: Busoga, Elgon, Lango, Rwenzori, and Kigezi regions, UG
Employment Type: Temporary
Salary Scale: Not Specified
Deadline: May 17, 2026 03:00 AM
Number of Positions: 24
Age Limit: Not Specified
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Description
Background
Cordaid Uganda secured funding from the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands (EKN) to implement the Agricultural Governance Results Improvement Project (A-GRIP). The project’s objective is Strengthened, food secure and resilient farming systems through increased accessibility, availability and quality of land tenure security, agriculture and food security services in 16 selected districts of the Kigezi, Rwenzori, Busoga, Elgon, and Lango regions in Uganda.
Purpose of the Role
The Data Collectors will support the Agricultural Governance Results Improvement Project (A-GRIP) by collecting high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from project beneficiaries and key stakeholders using structured tools.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the MEAL team, the Data Collectors will:
Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with district, subcounty, and other partner project staff; particularly those working with the Departments of Administration, Production, and Natural resources (ENR).
Conduct Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with small holder farmers at parish level.
Administer household survey to small holder farmers
Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets
Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly
Completed and submitted digital questionnaires per assigned targets
Accurate notes/transcripts for KIIs and FGDs (where applicable)
Daily progress reports to the supervisor
Requirements
Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Statistics, Economics Development Studies, or related field
Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Comcare/ Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
Familiarity in collecting data related to agriculture, land registration, and good governance promoted projects is an added advantage
Experience working in Busoga region (Kamuli, Buyende, & Namutumba); Elgon region (Mbale, Bududa, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa, & Namisindwa); Lango region (Lira, Alebtong & Apac), Rwenzori (Kabarole, Kyenjojo, Bunyangabu, Kamwenge, & Kyegegwa); Kigezi region (Kabale, Rukiga, Rubanda, Kisoro & Kanungu) is highly desirable.
Others/Extra Details
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga, Luganda, Rutooro, Rukiga, Langi, Lumasaba/Gisu and Kupsabiny (local language is essential)
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
Good teamwork and professionalism
Ability to transcribe qualitative data.
Report writing is paramount.
Ethical Considerations
Maintain strict confidentiality of all respondent information
Ensure voluntary participation and informed consent is obtained before/during commencement of the interview
Respect community norms and uphold Cordaid’s safeguarding policies.
Selection Criteria
Relevant experience in similar assignments
Demonstrated ability to use Comcare/Kobo/ODK
Knowledge of the local context
Performance during interview and/or practical assessment