Data Collectors

POSTED BY MVUNGI JOB MASTER

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ORGANISATION: E-NYASA SOLAR AND GAS LTD

POSITION: DATA COLLECTORS (6 POSTS)

Locations: Blantyre (3 posts) and Lilongwe (3 posts)

Job Type: Part-time / Temporary

Start Date: Immediately

Application Deadline: Sunday, 18 October 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

E-Nyasa Solar and Gas Ltd invites applications from qualified, honest and committed individuals to support field data collection activities.

Applicants must currently reside in Blantyre or Lilongwe and have extensive knowledge of their respective cities, including townships and routes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Diploma in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Public or Environmental Health, Agriculture, Education, Monitoring and Evaluation, Information Technology, or another relevant field from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years of experience collecting data using SurveyCTO.
• At least 3 years of experience conducting household surveys using smartphones.
• Must have lived in Blantyre or Lilongwe for more than 10 years and have extensive knowledge of the city's townships and routes.
• Must currently reside in Blantyre or Lilongwe.
• Ability to ride an electric cycle.
• Must own a smartphone.
• Strong practical skills in SurveyCTO.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to follow written standard operating procedures (SOPs) and templates.
• Fluency in English and Chichewa.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Honesty, integrity and commitment to accurate data collection.
• Strong questioning and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work long hours and under challenging field conditions when necessary.
• Punctuality, organisation, reliability and flexibility.
• Ability to follow supervisors' instructions.
• Knowledge of basic social research ethics.
• Ability to build rapport with respondents and encourage truthful responses.
• Professional conduct and respect for confidentiality.
• Commitment to safeguarding and responsible handling of personal information.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct structured quantitative and qualitative data collection, including household surveys using SurveyCTO on smartphones.
• Follow approved data collection procedures and protocols.
• Ensure data is complete and accurate, apply skip logic correctly, and record respondents' answers without influencing them.
• Synchronise completed questionnaires to the cloud or server daily, or as directed by the supervisor.
• Review submissions for errors, inconsistencies and missing information, and make corrections as instructed.
• Obtain informed consent before interviewing respondents.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle personal data responsibly.
• Report field challenges and technical problems promptly to the supervisor.
• Follow the company's safeguarding and data protection policies.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should submit:

1. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
3. Proof of residence in Blantyre or Lilongwe.

Send your application to: enyasa8@gmail.com

Email subject: Application for Data Collector – Blantyre / Lilongwe. Specify your preferred location.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, 18 October 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

E-Nyasa Solar and Gas Ltd is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and data protection.

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