About Organisation:

Cordaid is a Dutch international NGO, that believes in a world without poverty and exclusion. We strive for just and sustainable societies where every person counts. We stand for knowledge and talent sharing between North and South, between farmers and businesses, between activists and policymakers. Where poverty, conflict and exclusion divide societies, we connect people and communities. We stand for professionalism, expertise, and solidarity across borders. We aim at maximizing our social impact and contributing to systemic change. We operate where natural disasters strike, where conflicts tear up communities and where lack of opportunities and service delivery keep families in extreme poverty. Cordaid has been active in Uganda for over 25 years; and our programmes currently focus on three thematic areas: resilience, investments and humanitarian aid.

Job Summary:

Cordaid, in partnership with Rikolto and CAEVA, is implementing the WeWork – Green & Decent Jobs for Youth project in Busoga region. The project aims to improve employment outcomes for vulnerable youth through skills development in poultry, piggery, and fish farming. To assess post-training outcomes, Cordaid will conduct a tracer study targeting youth who completed training and work-based learning. The study will generate evidence on employment status, income levels, skills utilization, and transition into decent work.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the MEAL team, the Data Collectors will:

• Administer structured tracer survey questionnaires to project-trained youth using Kobo Toolbox or other digital data collection platforms
• Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with employers, mentors, and local stakeholders where assigned
• Support facilitation of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with youth in wage and self-employment
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
• Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
• Ensure proper handling of devices and maintain data confidentiality and security
• Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets (approximately 4–6 interviews per day)
• Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
• Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly

Expected Deliverables

• Completed and submitted digital questionnaires per assigned targets
• Accurate notes/transcripts for KIIs and FGDs (where applicable)
• Daily progress reports to the MEAL supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of a Diploma or bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or related field
• Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
• Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
• Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
• Familiarity with youth livelihoods, agriculture (poultry, piggery, fish farming), or TVET programs is an added advantage
• Experience working in Busoga region (especially Jinja/Kamuli) is highly desirable

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga and Luganda (local language is essential)
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
• Good teamwork and professionalism
• Basic troubleshooting skills for mobile data collection devices

Ethical Considerations

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all respondent information
• Ensure voluntary participation and informed consent is obtain before/during commencement of the interview
• Respect community norms and uphold Cordaid’s safeguarding policies

Selection Criteria

• Relevant experience in similar assignments
• Demonstrated ability to use Kobo/ODK
• Knowledge of the local context
• Performance during interview and/or practical assessment

• Administer structured tracer survey questionnaires to project-trained youth using Kobo Toolbox or other digital data collection platforms
• Conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with employers, mentors, and local stakeholders where assigned
• Support facilitation of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with youth in wage and self-employment
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection and submission
• Obtain informed consent from all respondents and uphold ethical research standards
• Ensure proper handling of devices and maintain data confidentiality and security
• Follow daily fieldwork plans and meet assigned interview targets (approximately 4–6 interviews per day)
• Participate in training and briefing sessions prior to field deployment
• Provide daily updates to supervisors and flag any field challenges promptly

• Strong interviewing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, Lusoga and Luganda (local language is essential)
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under tight timelines and meet daily targets
• Good teamwork and professionalism
• Basic troubleshooting skills for mobile data collection devices

• Minimum of a Diploma or bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or related field
• Proven experience in data collection for surveys, assessments, or evaluations
• Experience using digital data collection tools (especially Kobo Toolbox/ODK)
• Strong understanding of field research ethics and data quality standards
• Familiarity with youth livelihoods, agriculture (poultry, piggery, fish farming), or TVET programs is an added advantage
• Experience working in Busoga region (especially Jinja/Kamuli) is highly desirable