Field Work Data Collector (Remote) – Evidence Based Solutions

Administration & Office Support, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Africa
March 28, 2026
Remote
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Job Description

Location: Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bangladesh, Barbados, Benin, Burkina Faso, Canada, Central African Republic, DRC, England, Ethiopia, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea Bissau, Guyana, India, Kenya, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Namibia, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Pakistan, Republic of Cyprus, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania

Company Description: 

EB Consulting (PTY) LTD aka as Evidence Based Solutions (EBS), is a pioneering research organization committed to advancing knowledge and contributing to the betterment of society through rigorous academic and public health studies. We are currently embarking on a significant study across 31 Commonwealth and selected African countries, aiming to collect and analyze data to inform future strategies and policies on Gender-Based Violence and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in the Commonwealth and in Africa.

Job Description: 

We are looking for experienced and proactive Field Work Data Collectors (FWDCs) to join our team conducting research on gender-based violence/violence against women and girls/sexual reproductive health. As an FWDC, you will play a pivotal role in executing the “on the ground” data collection process in your respective country, ensuring the data is collected efficiently and accurately. The primary responsibility of this role is to visit designated hospitals, health or medical facilities, conduct interviews with health management, staff, and GBV-related patients, and gather information on the facilities’ services and capabilities. Data collectors will be required to input collected data into our online data collection system in real time. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful research while engaging with diverse cultures and environments.

This consultancy is anticipated to range for approximately 3 months.

Position Requires:

  • Independent travel to remote field sites
  • Using established research protocol, procedures, and techniques to collect field data
  • Following detailed protocol and procedures in the capture of research data

Key Responsibilities:

  • Visit assigned hospital, health or medical facilities to conduct on-site data collection.
  • Interview facility management to understand administrative processes and challenges.
  • Interview facility staff to gain insights into operational procedures and service delivery
  • Inspect facility equipment and catalogue identified medical equipment
  • Interview gender-based violence/violence against women and girls/sexual and reproductive health patients to gather personal experiences and feedback.
  • Collect detailed information about facility services and capabilities.
  • Input data accurately and promptly into the provided online data collection system.
  • Ensure all data collected is handled with the utmost confidentiality and sensitivity.
  • Follow all ethical guidelines and protocols related to interviewing gender-based violence/violence against women and girls patients.
  • Multilingual Interactions: You may interview people who are more familiar with speaking in their preferred language, but you must translate and record all responses in English.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, nurse, or a medical/health-related  is a must.
  • Previous experience in gender-based violence/violence against women and girls/sexual and reproductive health field research, data collection, or a related role is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Ability to demonstrate sensitivity when conducting interviews on sensitive topics
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Familiarity with MS Office
  • Must have access to your own laptop and mobile internet capability
  • Ability to operate a tablet / laptop proficiently
  • Proficient in using online data collection systems and technology.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Flexible and adaptable to various working environments.
  • Fluency in the local language(s) of the interview sites is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other protected status.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Remuneration: hourly rate  in USD + (travel expenses covered by the company)
  • Impactful Work:Make a significant contribution to research with the potential to influence global strategies and policies.
  • Diverse Environment:Experience working in various cultural and geographical settings.

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