Data Collector (Beirut)

About ARK Group DMCC: ARK Group DMCC (including ARK’s Beirut-based branch) is a stabilization and development consultancy that specialises in evidence-based programme implementation and the provision of research and consultancy services. ARK has been operational in Lebanon since 2009 and has worked with a number of clients such as international embassies and INGOs.    About the Project:  ARK is implementing a year-long quantitative research project (four surveys targeting 5000 respondents each carried out on a quarterly basis) is support of a major international organisation’s stabilisation and development efforts in Lebanon.     Main Responsibilities: • Locate and visit households as per a defined sampling plan. • Conduct an average of ten surveys per day.   • Ask questions in accordance with instructions to obtain various specified information. • Explain survey objectives and procedures to respondents and interpret survey questions to help respondents’ comprehension. • Assist individuals in filling out surveys.  • Review data obtained from interview for completeness and accuracy. • Compile and record data from surveys, using a computer or a specified form. • Identify and report problems in obtaining valid data. • Coordinate movements with the direct supervisor and report on daily activities.  • Undertake basic security assessments prior to visiting a given area.  • Attend training workshops and coordination meetings as required.     Requirements: • Previous experience in conducting large-scale surveys.  • Holder of a College degree (a Bachelor is a plus)  • The ability and willingness to travel to all areas within North Lebanon • Excellent command of written and spoken Arabic (English is a plus) • Strong interpersonal skills • Candidate must be resident of Beirut with strong local knowledge of the area