Data Collector- Note Taker

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Notetaker to join our team. The Notetaker will be responsible for capturing and documenting detailed notes during meetings, interviews, focus groups, and other interviews. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, an exceptional ability to focus, and experience in producing accurate, comprehensive and detailed notes.  

Roles and responsibilities include: 

• Participate in a training session on data collection methods. 
• Attend and take clear, accurate, detailed notes during Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), In-Depth Interviews (IDIs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and Semi-Structured Interviews (SSIs). 
• Produce detailed transcripts that capture every word, including fillers, pauses, and non-verbal cues where relevant, and review them for clarity, accuracy, and completeness. 
• Assist with transcriptions of recorded sessions when needed. 
• Accurately maintain and manage data, following best practices for data management, confidentiality, and ethical standards. 
• Update and maintain necessary documents, such as the log sheet, daily as directed by the team leader. 
• Consistently check and adhere to the data collection schedule, managing logistical arrangements to ensure all necessary preparations are in place before the data collection day. 
• Conduct outreach to recruit participants for data collection. 

Requirements for the role are: 

Essential: 

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, psychology, translation, or any other related field / equivalent experience.  
• Proficiency in English and Arabic is required, other languages commonly used by Lebanese residents are a plus (i.e. French).  
• Ability to type above 60-80 words per minute.  
• Ability to enter data in English.  
• Ability to translate Arabic text to English text.   
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.  
• Strong listening skills and proven experience in notetaking  
• Ability to ensure daily and accurate uploading of required items, including data, onto the relevant platform.  

Desirable: 

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in data management.  
• Familiarity with digital data collection software (i.e. Kobo Toolbox, ODK Collect, etc.) is a plus.  
• Capability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines for daily tasks.  
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members. 
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation. 
• Experience in qualitative data collection.