Data Quality & Field Monitoring Officer (M&E)

Data Quality & Field Monitoring Officer (M&E)

Location – Remote (Need-based Travel)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Data Quality & Field Monitoring Officer to strengthen the credibility and reliability of our Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) system. The role involves conducting field-level quality checks, ensuring adherence to data collection protocols, and triangulating findings with secondary sources. The officer will provide timely feedback to enumerators and supervisors, enabling corrective action and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Field-Level Data Quality Checks

• Conduct spot checks during surveys to observe enumerator practices (probing, recording, consent).
• Carry out back checks by revisiting or calling respondents to validate recorded responses.
• Review audio recordings (with consent) to assess interview tone, flow, and adherence to guidelines.
• Verify GPS coordinates and time stamps of completed surveys to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Scan submitted forms for completeness, skipped questions, or illogical entries.
• Analyze enumerator-level data patterns to detect irregularities (e.g., unusually high scores, very short durations).

2. Data Triangulation and timely feedback

• Check consistency of results across districts/zones and validate unusual trends with field supervisors.
• Provide constructive feedback to enumerators and supervisors on common errors.

4. Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare short field monitoring reports with observations and recommendations.
• Collaborate with M&E team to integrate quality insights into program dashboards.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards, including informed consent and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Statistics, Public Policy, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in data triangulation, interaction with community/client, field monitoring, data collection supervision, or M&E.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to spot inconsistencies and ensure logical data flow.
• Strong communication and feedback skills; ability to engage constructively with respondent and team.
• Willingness to travel extensively to field locations.

Desired Competencies

• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple tasks.
• Team-oriented with a supportive, improvement-focused mindset.

Application Process:

Candidates interested in the role are requested to follow the steps below:

Step 1: Submit your application by filling out the Microsoft form using the link below:
🔗 Application form link - https://forms.office.com/r/Dt90Lfc8sE

Step 2: Email your updated resume (in Word or PDF format) to:
📩 recruitments@gandhifellowship.org

Step 3: Please ensure that the subject line of your email reads:

               Data Quality & Field Monitoring Officer (M&E)

Note: All the above steps are mandatory for your application to be considered

📅 Last Date to Apply: 30th October 2025

“Piramal Foundation is an equal opportunities organization and promotes gender diversity at the workplace. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.”

 

 

 

 

 

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