Qualitative Data Collector, India - PEMS

 EnCompass LLC

Qualitative Data Collector, India - PEMS

Job Description

EnCompass LLC is seeking a Qualitative Data Collector with experience in India to provide technical support for a process evaluation of the Program to End Modern Slavery (PEMS), with an emphasis on qualitative research methods. This position is a part-time consultancy from October 2020 to November 2020, with a total expected commitment of 35 days.

Project Objectives

The Program to End Modern Slavery—which is funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP Office)—features a series of programs and projects designed to substantially reduce the prevalence of human trafficking/modern slavery among key targeted populations, including in parts of Vietnam, the Philippines, and India. In September 2019, the TIP Office contracted EnCompass to conduct a mixed methods and multi-country evaluation of the first tranche of PEMS funding (“PEMS 1”). This process evaluation will use both qualitative and quantitative methods to (1) understand the processes used by the implementing partner (to date) to measure the prevalence of modern slavery, including strengths, challenges, and best practices; and (2) assess how early sub-award activities have been implemented to serve human trafficking victims or individuals vulnerable to trafficking in priority countries, including how related research has influenced these activities. In India, the evaluation will focus on awards, sub-awards, and prevalence estimation research to reduce and/or study migrant labor in the construction sector and commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC). Evaluation findings will therefore provide insight into lessons learned, programmatic performance to date, and recommendations for future efforts under PEMS.

Position Description

The data collector will work closely with the India Evaluation Manager to prepare for, coordinate, and conduct interviews with key stakeholders who work at project sites across India. At this time, in light of COVID-19 safety concerns, all data collection will be conducted remotely (e.g. via internet or phone). The data collector will be responsible for transcribing and cleaning completed interviews (verbatim and in standard English).

We are looking for someone who has significant experience conducting qualitative data collection with a range of different stakeholders, with a preference for experience in the field of anti-trafficking/modern slavery in India. The ideal candidate is experienced in qualitative data collection, highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and has experience collaborating to conduct research across diverse contexts.

*This is a local position. Only candidates residing in India with existing work authorization will be considered.

** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions:

·         Participate in onboarding and data collection training, including pilot to test and tailor data collection tools

·         Prepare for, coordinate, and conduct qualitative interviews through remote platforms, including all local logistics for assigned data collection

·         Collect and manage data files (interview and focus group transcripts and recordings, observation notes) as per EnCompass policy; transcribe and clean interviews into standard English a timely manner

·         Regularly communicate and coordinate with India Evaluation Manager and rest of evaluation team to ensure data collection progresses smoothly

·         Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

General Qualifications

·         Strong interview and data collection skills

·         Strong technical and general writing skills

·         Experience working with civil society organizations and government officials in India

·         Proven track record of successful teamwork

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels

Technical Qualifications

·         Experience with evaluation and/or work experience in counter-trafficking or modern slavery, commercial sexual exploitation, humanitarian or human rights, social work, migration, or related fields in India

·         Familiarity with best practices for interviewing and working with vulnerable populations

·         Technical knowledge, skills, and expertise in qualitative data collection approaches

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Hindi

·         Keen attention to detail

·         Ability to think strategically and integrate diverse information from varied sources

Preferred Qualifications

·         Significant work experience in counter-trafficking or modern slavery, labor migration, commercial sexual exploitation, humanitarian or human rights, social work, migration, or related fields in India

·         Experience in or knowledge of applying appreciative inquiry and participatory approaches to qualitative data gathering

·         Active listening, proactive learning, and time management skills with readiness to be in a learning role

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