Data Collectors

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 data collector will work with a team of 12 data collectors, and will conduct the fieldwork under the direct supervision of the Field Supervisors. The data collectors will report technically and administratively to the Field Coordinator.
 
3. Description of duties and responsibilities
- Under the direction of the field supervisors, the data collector is responsible for interviewing displaced refugees residing in North Lebanon (mainly Naher-el Bared and Beddawi camps).
- The data collection involves interviewing households with a questionnaire that lasts around 30 minutes. The data collectors are expected to collect data during the interview using tablet PCs provided by the project.
- The Data Collector(s) will assist the field supervisors in conducting any other tasks related to the implementation of the fieldwork.
- The Data Collector(s) are expected adhere to, and behave in line with the humanitarian principles of this research.
 
4. Key qualifications and attributes
 
The applicants must demonstrate the following:
University degree in social sciences or related disciplines. Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements, and demonstrate more than one year of relevant (fieldwork) experience are also encouraged to apply.
Strong communication, liaison, facilitation, problem-solving skills are required.
Familiarity with using computers and/or electronic devices is required. Familiarity with electronic data entry is a plus. 
  
Desirable qualifications
Proven experience /knowledge in conducting previous fieldwork assignments, previous experience in working in NBC and/or Beddawi camps is highly desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of the NBC displaced refugee context is highly desirable.
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
 
6. Remuneration
Each data collectors should submit at least 40 completed  questionnaires by the end of the assignment in order to satisfactorily meet the work requirements.