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Terms of Reference (ToR): Field Coordinator

Consortium of Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations(CEHRO)

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Social Science

Social Science and Community

Addis Ababa

5 years

1 Position

2025-05-07

to

2025-05-19

Required Skills

oversee quality control

manage data collection systems

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Fields of study

Law

Governance and Development Studies

Social Science

Statistics

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Job Description

Background:

The Consortium of Ethiopian Human Rights Organizations (CEHRO) is a Civil Society Organization registered under the Civil Society Organization (CSOs) Proclamation No. 1113/2011, Registration No. 3932 and a consortium of 30 CSOs working on Human Rights, democracy and peace-building. The consortium is working to promote the protection of Human Rights by creating a common platform for CSOs to have their voices heard and to initiate evidence-based advocacy. It is also working to strengthen the capacity of existing and new Human Rights organizations. 

CEHRO with the financial support of MMD Grant from the EU in collaboration with Samuel Hall and other Consortium members in the East and Horn of Africa is implementing the Local Leadership East African Return and Reintegration Network LLEARN project, which responds by promoting inclusive, participatory reintegration strategies through research, local networks, and collaborative planning in key secondary cities. 

The LLEARN project aims to strengthen the knowledge of municipal stakeholders on the dynamics, actors, and gaps in policy and programs for (re)integration in urban contexts in Ethiopia. To achieve this, CEHRO is conducting a robust research initiative comprising qualitative and quantitative methodologies including: 

  • 10 semi-structured interviews (SSIs) with vulnerable migrants 

  • 20 key informant interviews (KIIs)  

  • 350 quantitative in-person surveys with IDPs, host communities, and human trafficking victims

To ensure high-quality data collection, data analysis and report, CEHRO seeks to recruit an experienced Field Coordinator to oversee field operations on a short-term consultancy basis. 

Purpose of the Position:

The Field Coordinator will oversee the overall data collection, quality assurance, and analysis for the LLEARN project's primary research. This includes leading the data collection and analysis of 20 Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), 10 Semi-structured Interviews and 350 quantitative in-person surveys. The Field Coordinator will manage the Field Team Leader as well as the overall data collection and serve as the key liaison between the field operations and the CEHRO team. 

Position Title: Field Coordinator

Contract Type: Short-term consultancy

Supervises: Field Team Leader, Enumerators, and Qualitative Data Collectors

Reports to: CEHRO Project Coordinator  

Duty Station: Based in Addis Ababa with travel to Dessie

Duties and Responsibilities:

Team Training & Management:

  • Understand the full scope, methodology, and objectives of the LLEARN project. 

  • Review and internalize all data collection tools and protocols. 

  • Lead training sessions for enumerators and qualitative data collectors 

  • Supervise the Field Team Leader and ensure effective management of the field staff. 

  • Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance evaluation.

Data Collection Oversight :

  • Coordinate and oversee field operations for KIIs, SSIs and surveys across all target locations. 

  • Ensure adherence to ethical standards, methodology, and data collection protocols. 

  • Monitor day-to-day field activities and respond to field-related challenges. 

Data Quality Assurance:

  • Review and verify the quality of data collected in the field (both quantitative and qualitative). 

  • Ensure timely correction of any data inconsistencies or errors.

  • Conduct field spot checks and supervise data entry, if applicable.

Communication & Reporting:

  • Maintain continuous communication with the CEHRO project team, providing regular updates. 

  • Escalate issues and successes to the CEHRO team in real time.

  • Prepare a field report documenting progress, risks, and mitigation measures.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

  • Analyze both quantitative and qualitative data with guidance from the CEHRO team.

  • Develop a comprehensive and high-quality research report reflecting key findings and insights.

  • Contribute to the development of case studies and evidence-based recommendations. 

Job Requirements:

  • Education: Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Social Science, Law, Development Studies, Statistics or in a related field of study

  • Experience: 5 years of proven experience in coordinating large-scale field research, especially in humanitarian or displacement contexts. 

  • Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis. 

  • Excellent report writing skills 

  • Excellent team leadership, training, and interpersonal skills. 

  • Familiarity with tools such as Kobo Toolbox, ODK, SPSS, or NVivo, if applicable.

  • Excellent communication skills in English and proficiency in Amharic 

Key Competencies:

  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and under pressure.

  • Excellent writing skills.

  • Commitment to ethical research practices.

  • Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and quality.

  • Culturally sensitive 

Deliverables:

  • Training Report: Detailed report on the training of enumerators and qualitative data collectors. Includes training agenda, attendance, key lessons, and outcomes.

  • Field Progress Report: Daily integrated reports in collaboration with the Field Team Lead summarizing the progress of data collection activities across locations. This includes field challenges, mitigation actions, emerging trends, and any deviations from the work plan.  

  • Data Quality Assurance Reports: Documentation of quality checks performed, issues found, and corrective actions taken. This includes records of field supervision, validation spot checks, and data consistency reviews. 

  • Clean Dataset: Fully cleaned and verified quantitative dataset from the 350 surveys, and transcripts or coded summaries from 20 KIIs per location. 

  • Final Analytical Report: Comprehensive analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data, which highlights key findings, thematic insights, policy implications, and location-specific issues. This includes annexes of methodology, tools used, and respondent profiles.

  • Final Debriefing Presentation: PowerPoint presentation summarizing the key findings, challenges, and recommendations. Delivered to the CEHRO team and relevant stakeholders. 

How to Apply:

  • Submit your CV, cover letter, credentials, and at least two references with experience in similar assignments via email: humanresources@cehro.org and CC rebkacehro1@gmail.com 

  • Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Fields Of Study

Law

Governance and Development Studies

Social Science

Statistics

Skills Required

oversee quality control

manage data collection systems

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