1. Background
ARM Consulting is a research and management consulting firm engaged in monitoring, evaluation, and data collection assignments across Afghanistan. It works with humanitarian and development partners to generate reliable field data that supports evidence-based decision-making.
To support this effort, ARM Consulting seeks to recruit Field Enumerators in Helmand Province to collect high-quality agricultural data in accordance with established survey protocols and ethical standards.
2. Purpose of the Assignment
Enumerators will support agricultural data collection and monitoring activities in Helmand Province.
3. Key Responsibilities
Field Enumerators will perform the following tasks:
- Conduct field visits and collect agricultural data using digital data-collection tools (such as Kobo Toolbox, ODK, or similar platforms).
- Identify and locate selected households or farms based on the provided sampling framework.
- Clearly explain the purpose of the assessment to respondents and obtain informed consent.
- Maintain respectful and culturally appropriate communication with community members.
- Ensure all collected data is accurate, complete, and submitted within the required timeframe.
- Review collected data before submission to minimize errors or missing information.
- Report any inconsistencies, errors, or challenges encountered during fieldwork to supervisors.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of respondent information.
- Ensure participation is voluntary.
- Follow humanitarian principles and protection standards during field activities.
- Coordinate with provincial supervisors and ARM Consulting project staff regarding daily activities.
- Participate in enumerator training sessions prior to deployment.
- Provide daily updates on assessment progress and challenges encountered during fieldwork.
