Job Vacancies 2026 At Sua University
Field Enumerator Opportunity – UJALA RCT Survey
The AB-Consult at the College of Economics and Business Studies (CoEBS), Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), in collaboration with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the University of Sussex, and OCP Tanzania, is conducting a cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the impact of customized fertilizer recommendations based on plot-level soil testing on smallholder farmer investment, yields, profitability, and learning in selected villages in Tanzania.
The study will involve administering structured household and plot-level survey questionnaires, conducting follow-up data checks, and collecting data on fertilizer use, input markets, and agro-dealer stock availability in Mbeya, Njombe, and Iringa.
We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented Field Enumerators to support face-to-face interviews with farmers and assist in data collection in accordance with research protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in comprehensive training sessions on survey instruments, digital data collection tools (KoboToolbox), and survey protocols.
- Pre-test survey instruments and use feedback from the pre-test to improve research tools.
- Explain the research, obtain informed consent, and ensure confidentiality.
- Guide respondents through structured surveys.
- Accurately record data using a mobile tablet or smartphone.
- Maintain high-quality data collection standards to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Provide daily reports to the Field Supervisor regarding progress and challenges.
- Assist in collecting feedback or suggestions from participants where necessary.
Skills and Traits
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and report data quality issues.
- High integrity and honesty in accurately recording and reporting data.
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain survey questions clearly.
- Ability to work effectively in a team.
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours including early mornings or weekends.
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet data collection targets.
- Professionalism and punctuality when engaging with respondents and team members.
- Experience using tablets and KoboCollect or similar digital tools.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Agriculture, Statistics, or related field.
- A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
- At least 2 years of experience in quantitative or qualitative data collection.
- Strong understanding of community dynamics.
- Experience using tablets for data collection.
- Basic interviewing skills with attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel and work in remote areas with flexible hours.
Application Process
All qualified and interested candidates should send an updated and detailed CV to:
Email: cmagomba@sua.ac.tz
Application Deadline: 14th March 2026
Email Subject: UJALA RCT SURVEY
Please indicate in your email whether you would like to be considered for the Enumerator position only or if you would also like to be considered for a Supervisor role.
