Field Supervisor

1. Background and Rationale
Conflict brings about drastic changes in the underlying social relationships between members of a community. But despite studies in both the economics and sociology literatures showing the importance of strong social fabric and community ties, the topic of social capital is often ignored in the research on conflict and internally displaced persons (IDPs). 
In this regard, an independent researcher is conducting a research on the livelihoods of displaced persons and returnees from Nahr el-Bared refugee camp in North Lebanon. This research aims to look at how displacement can change an individual’s level of social capital and subsequently his/her access to labour markets and household welfare. 
In this regard; a household survey (600 households) among previous residents of Nahr el-Bared will be conducted in December of 2012. This household survey will include 600 households and will cover a range of socio-economic variables. 
 
2. Supervision and reporting
The field supervisors will manage a team of 12 data collectors and provide quality assurance of the data collected. Both supervisors will be working under the direct supervision of the field coordinator.  
 
3. Description of duties and responsibilities  
- The field supervisor will be responsible for the random selection of households for the survey, as per the research plan provided by the field coordinator, and will introduce the data collectors to the households.
- The field supervisors will be responsible of the quality of the data collected. In this regard they will be responsible of implementing the quality assurance measures as agreed with the field coordinator.  
- The field supervisors will be responsible to ensure that all submitted applications are completed successfully.  
- The Field Supervisor is expected adhere to, and behave in line with the humanitarian principles of this research.
- The field supervisors will assist the field coordinator in any other assignment that is required for the implementation of the fieldwork.
 
4. Key qualifications and attributes 
The applicants must demonstrate: 
University degree in social sciences or related disciplines. 
Proven experience /knowledge in supervising previous fieldwork assignments, priority will be given for those with previous relevant experience in supervising research in NBC and/or Beddawi.  
Demonstrated knowledge of the NBC displaced refugee context is a must. 
Familiarity with using computers and/or electronic devices is required. Familiarity with electronic data entry is also required.  
Strong communication, liaison, facilitation, problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and challenging conditions.
 
 
5. Duration 
Assignment Duration: 10 to 14 working days (renewable), including two days of unpaid training.
Working Days: Monday to Saturday
Working Hours:  from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Tentative starting date: 6/12/2012