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Supervisors are responsible for overseeing a team of Data Collectors, ensuring that data collection targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and field operations run smoothly. They act as the primary point of contact for their team and communicate with the project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Management: Recruit, train, and manage a team of Data Collectors.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor the daily progress and performance of Data Collectors, ensuring targets are met and data quality is high.
• Quality Control: Conduct spot checks and reviews of collected data to ensure accuracy and adherence to survey protocols.
• Troubleshooting: Provide immediate support and guidance to Data Collectors in the field, addressing any issues or challenges they encounter.
• Logistics Coordination: Coordinate field logistics, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and distribution of survey materials and equipment.
• Reporting: Compile and submit regular progress reports to the project manager, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
• Communication: Serve as the main communication link between Data Collectors and the project management team.
• Data Verification (Initial): Perform initial checks on submitted data for completeness and obvious errors before it moves to the Data Validator-Cleaners.
• Equipment Management: Accountable for the maintenance and appropriate utilization of all allocated data collection equipment, like phones and other assigned tools, for both personal use and the collective team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Proven experience in supervising field teams, ideally in a data collection or research context.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in data collection software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.