JOB DESCRIPTION

The Opportunity

Save the Children is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Enumerator for its field-based data collection activities across SCI project implementation districts in Malawi. The Enumerator will support qualitative and quantitative data collection for various projects on a temporary and need-based engagement.

This position reports directly to the Research Supervisor or Project MEAL Lead and will work closely with project teams and research supervisors to ensure high-quality and accurate data collection using digital tools. The Enumerator will be critical in informing program learning, accountability, and adaptive management across SCI”s key thematic areas, including Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Health & Nutrition, and Child Poverty.

Enumerators will engage directly with community members, including vulnerable groups, and will be responsible for conducting interviews, facilitating focus group discussions (FGDs), transcribing qualitative notes, and supporting data quality assurance efforts.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

• A minimum of a Diploma in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Agriculture, Community Development, Environmental Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, IT, or any other relevant field
• A Bachelor’s degree is an added advantage
• Previous experience as an Enumerator or Research Assistant
• Strong skills in using digital data collection platforms such as Kobo Collect, CommCare, Survey CTO, or ODK
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Accurate typing and data entry skills
• Knowledge of community entry protocols and engagement techniques
• Excellent command of English and Chichewa

Personal Qualities and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with community members
• High level of accuracy and consistency in survey administration
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Willingness to work in rural and remote communities under challenging conditions
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills
• Demonstrated integrity, honesty, and commitment to Save the Children”s values
• Flexible and adaptive to field realities and able to take initiative when necessary

Location: Various districts in Malawi

Contract type: Temporary, field-based
Expected travel: Yes – extensive field travel required

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5^th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

We believe in providing reasonable accommodations to support the professional growth and success of all employees. We thus encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities.

Please Note: Due to a system error, many applications were not processed correctly. We have since resolved the issue and reopened the application process. All interested candidates are encouraged to reapply.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application .  A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.