Data Collection Officer
2025-08-04T11:54:50+00:00
Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI)
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FULL_TIME
Nonprofit, and NGO
Admin & Office
2025-09-01T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Reporting to: Director of Operations
About Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI).
Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI), a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New Jersey, recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with a principal place of business at 3 Dogwood Hill, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (“Nonprofit”); and its Ugandan affiliate, Giving Refugees Hope International Limited, with operations in Kyegegwa District, Uganda.
Position Overview
The Data Collection Officer will be responsible for gathering high-quality participant data across all phases of the clinical trial, including baseline assessments, enrollment, and follow-up visits. Working closely with clinicians and the Study Coordinator, the officer will use standardized tools (digital and/or paper-based) to collect, record, and submit data in a timely and accurate manner. The role requires professionalism, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to ethical research practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture data during baseline, enrollment, follow-up, and endline phases as per protocol using the digital tools provided.
- Work alongside clinicians to document enrollment data and clinical observations during study visits.
- Accurately capture and record participant responses using approved data collection tools (e.g., tablets, survey forms).
- Ensure all data is submitted on time and securely uploaded or delivered to the designated platform or office.
- Maintain participant confidentiality and adhere strictly to research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines (https://tinyurl.com/5ypnymuw).
- Support data quality checks and respond to queries or inconsistencies raised by the stakeholders.
- Participate in training sessions, refresher briefings, and field team debriefs.
- Collaborate with field staff, community health workers, and the field coordinator to facilitate participant tracking and follow-up.
- Report any adverse events, protocol deviations, or community feedback to the Study Coordinator promptly.
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in public health, social sciences, nursing, statistics, social works or a related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in data collection within research, clinical, or public health projects.
- Experience with mobile data collection platforms (e.g KoboToolbox, ODK, REDCap) preferred.
- Strong understanding of informed consent and participant rights in human research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English and at least one local language spoken in Kyaka II (Swahili, Rutoro).
- High level of accuracy, organization, and integrity in data handling.
- Ability to work long hours in field conditions and travel within the settlement as required.
Desirable
- Previous involvement in a clinical trial or health study.
- Knowledge of malaria prevention interventions or refugee health dynamics.
- Certification or training in human subject research or GCP (an added advantage).
Capture data during baseline, enrollment, follow-up, and endline phases as per protocol using the digital tools provided. Work alongside clinicians to document enrollment data and clinical observations during study visits. Accurately capture and record participant responses using approved data collection tools (e.g., tablets, survey forms). Ensure all data is submitted on time and securely uploaded or delivered to the designated platform or office. Maintain participant confidentiality and adhere strictly to research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines (https://tinyurl.com/5ypnymuw). Support data quality checks and respond to queries or inconsistencies raised by the stakeholders. Participate in training sessions, refresher briefings, and field team debriefs. Collaborate with field staff, community health workers, and the field coordinator to facilitate participant tracking and follow-up. Report any adverse events, protocol deviations, or community feedback to the Study Coordinator promptly.
Diploma or degree in public health, social sciences, nursing, statistics, social works or a related field. At least 1 year of experience in data collection within research, clinical, or public health projects. Experience with mobile data collection platforms (e.g KoboToolbox, ODK, REDCap) preferred. Strong understanding of informed consent and participant rights in human research. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English and at least one local language spoken in Kyaka II (Swahili, Rutoro). High level of accuracy, organization, and integrity in data handling. Ability to work long hours in field conditions and travel within the settlement as required.
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Vacancy title:
Data Collection Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI)
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, September 1 2025
Duty Station:
Kyaka | Kyaka | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 4 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Reporting to: Director of Operations
About Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI).
Giving Refugees Hope International (GRHI), a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New Jersey, recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with a principal place of business at 3 Dogwood Hill, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (“Nonprofit”); and its Ugandan affiliate, Giving Refugees Hope International Limited, with operations in Kyegegwa District, Uganda.
Position Overview
The Data Collection Officer will be responsible for gathering high-quality participant data across all phases of the clinical trial, including baseline assessments, enrollment, and follow-up visits. Working closely with clinicians and the Study Coordinator, the officer will use standardized tools (digital and/or paper-based) to collect, record, and submit data in a timely and accurate manner. The role requires professionalism, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to ethical research practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture data during baseline, enrollment, follow-up, and endline phases as per protocol using the digital tools provided.
- Work alongside clinicians to document enrollment data and clinical observations during study visits.
- Accurately capture and record participant responses using approved data collection tools (e.g., tablets, survey forms).
- Ensure all data is submitted on time and securely uploaded or delivered to the designated platform or office.
- Maintain participant confidentiality and adhere strictly to research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines (https://tinyurl.com/5ypnymuw).
- Support data quality checks and respond to queries or inconsistencies raised by the stakeholders.
- Participate in training sessions, refresher briefings, and field team debriefs.
- Collaborate with field staff, community health workers, and the field coordinator to facilitate participant tracking and follow-up.
- Report any adverse events, protocol deviations, or community feedback to the Study Coordinator promptly.
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in public health, social sciences, nursing, statistics, social works or a related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in data collection within research, clinical, or public health projects.
- Experience with mobile data collection platforms (e.g KoboToolbox, ODK, REDCap) preferred.
- Strong understanding of informed consent and participant rights in human research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluency in English and at least one local language spoken in Kyaka II (Swahili, Rutoro).
- High level of accuracy, organization, and integrity in data handling.
- Ability to work long hours in field conditions and travel within the settlement as required.
Desirable
- Previous involvement in a clinical trial or health study.
- Knowledge of malaria prevention interventions or refugee health dynamics.
- Certification or training in human subject research or GCP (an added advantage).
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application letter and CV as a single PDF document to recruitment@lob.group no later than 13th August 2025. The subject line of the email should clearly indicate the position being applied for
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