Closing date: June 14, 2021
Enumerator’s
Recruitment
Location:
Kisumu & Kisii Counties
Time
frame: July – August 2021
About
Madrasa Early Childhood Programme
The Madrasa Early Childhood Development Programme, Kenya (MECP-K), an affiliate of Aga Khan Foundation East Africa was established in 1986.
MECP-K is implementing a project titled “***Scaling Up Affordable, Quality, and Contextually Relevant Pre-school Provision in Kenya**”* in 113 ECDE centres in Kisumu and Kisii counties. MECP-K will be undertaking a comprehensive and participatory child assessment of girls and boys who have transitioned to primary schools. The study will involve the collection of data based on a series of exercises with children (aged between 5 and 6 years old) focusing on the following domains; receptive and expressive language, socio-emotional development, gross and fine motor skills, and cognitive function.MECP-K is seeking
dynamic and qualified individuals for enumerator positions to support in data
collection for this study in Kisumu and Kisii counties.
Key
Responsibilities
- Attend the
entire sessions of the enumerators’ training as will be required.
- Collect
data using child-friendly methodologies and approaches with sampled girls
and boys in select primary schools.**
- Accurately
collect data using digital devices (Tablets).**
- Review the
collected data with the field supervisor at end of every day before
sending over to the server.
- Participate
in process review meetings as will be advised by the Study Supervisor
during the data collection.
- Take
utmost good care of the data collection tablet and other assets that may
be provided during this engagement, and return the same at the end of the
assignment **
- Uphold
ethical standards and protocols during data collection, and adhere to
privacy and confidentiality procedures. **
Qualifications/Experience
A successful candidate
should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:
- At least
Diploma level training in social sciences (preferably Education) or any
related field from reputable institution.
- Demonstrated
experience in data collection that involved working with children.**
- Ability to
travel to various ECDE centres within the counties.**
- Experience
using Android based tablets or Smartphones (past use of mobile based data
collection applications will be an added advantage).**
- Ability to
communicate effectively in Kiswahili and English, and proficiency in local
languages. Please note that part of the training will be conducted in
English and comfort in this language is preferred.**
- Highly
organized, capable of handling multiple priorities and managing time
effectively**
- Friendly
personality in working with children**
Deliverables
The key deliverables
will include;
- Collection
of data and uploading to the server
- Submit
field notes on the process of data collection including any important
observations and challenges during data collection
- Handover
the data collection tablet in good working condition
Duration: The data collection exercise is intended to take a maximum of 12 working
days (9th to 24th August 2021) in Kisii and
Kisumu counties.
How
to Apply
Application Procedures
Interested candidates should submit a copy of resume and cover
letter which outlines your contact details, previous experience and studies
involved in and confirmation of your availability between July and August 2021.
Applications should be submitted via the following link. www.akdn.org/careers not later
than June 14th, 2021.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
“MECP-K is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
is Committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children and
Vulnerable Adults.
*Successful applicants will be required to
adhere to these commitments and sign a child protection agreement.