Data Collector (South)

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 South Lebanon with strong local knowledge of the area