ToR for Onboarded Enumerators for Data Collection in Zone 2 & 3

Title	Enumerators for field Data Collection of Livelihood Interventions in state Maharashtra, Odisha, Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Manipur
Timeline	Based on the project needs - Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Expected area of expertise	Field Data collection / Freelancer
Apply Link	https://forms.gle/YQ3wE7k9EoSUZ8Z78  (Contact Procurement for Form Link)
Email and website	procurement@selcofoundation.org , http://www.selcofoundation.org/)
Last Date for Apply	05th May 2025

About SELCO Foundation:

SELCO Foundation’s mission is to create a platform of solutions that uses sustainable energy as a catalyst to bridge environmental sustainability and poverty alleviation. With holistic development as the primary focus, the organization strives to create equitable societies, where services are accessed by all communities. The interventions of SELCO lead to a sustainable delivery model of essential services like livelihoods, education, and health till the last mile. (Read more about SELCO here: http://www.selcofoundation.org/)

1.    Summary of the project:

SELCO Foundation (SF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing energy poverty and empowering marginalized communities. As part of our monitoring and evaluation efforts for the fiscal year 2025-2026, SELCO is seeking to onboard enumerators to assist in data collection activities across various districts in North East India.

As part of ongoing and new programs, SELCO Foundation will be conducting field-based studies to evaluate program impact and inform decision-making processes. To support this, we are looking to onboard Field Enumerators who will be responsible for primary data collection from intervention sites, households, enterprises, institutions, and other stakeholders across various districts of Maharashtra, Odisha, Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Manipur.

2.     Goal and Objective: Goal

To collect high-quality quantitative and qualitative data from the field using structured tools, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.

Objective

The primary objective of this engagement is to onboard field enumerators and ensure the accurate and timely collection of data from the field, which will be essential for monitoring the progress and impact of SF’s initiatives.

3.     Field Survey Locations

The engagement involves onboarding enumerators to conduct a baseline study and gather data from multiple locations in districts of Maharashtra, Odisha, Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Manipur.

Qualifications & Requirement

• Minimum Educational Qualification: Graduation or higher.
• Mobile Device Requirement: Must have an Android smartphone with Android version 4.4 or above, and an active 4G internet connection.
• Interviewing Skills: Excellent interviewing and interpersonal skills, particularly in the social and development sectors.
• Field Experience: Previous experience in field data collection using Android-based data collection apps such as Survey CTO, ODK, etc.
• Local Knowledge: Enumerators must be from or familiar with the intervention district or geographical area assigned.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively to rural and remote areas.
• Should be able to use a personal vehicle or public transport for local travel during data collection
• Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrated sensitivity to different cultural backgrounds and community dynamics.
• Ability to converse fluently in the local language.
• Ability to translate standard questions into the local context.
• Familiarity with English or Hindi is an added advantage.

Selection Criteria:

• Applications from both male and female candidates are welcomed and will be given equal consideration.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview or further assessment as per SF's selection process.
• Final selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.

Timeline:

The engagement will cover the period of the fiscal year 2025-2026, starting from April 2025 and concluding in March 2026. However, the duration may be adjusted based on project requirements.

To apply

Freelancers and enumerators with relevant experience, based in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu & Telangana are invited to submit their detailed resumes through the Google form https://forms.gle/YQ3wE7k9EoSUZ8Z78 by 05th May, 20205.

Any further queries please write to procurement@selcofoundation.org with a subject line: “Enumerators for field Data Collection of Livelihood Interventions in Maharashtra, Odisha, Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Manipur”.

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