World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is seeking motivated and detail-oriented enumerators to support field data collection activities for an agricultural research study in Busia. The role involves conducting face-to-face interviews with farmers, traders, aggregators, and retailers, collecting physical measurements of vegetable consignments, and documenting transport and handling practices within selected production areas and markets to assess postharvest food loss.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in training sessions and pre-testing of survey instruments.
Identify and locate selected survey respondents with the support of a local contact person.
Conduct structured interviews with farmers, aggregators, traders, wholesalers, and retailers using digital survey tools.
Assist with experimental tracking of vegetable consignments, recording transport modes, packaging, handling practices, quality grades, temperature, and weight.
Ensure accurate and complete recording of data while maintaining high-quality collection standards.
Submit completed surveys and field reports daily to the supervisor and participate in daily debrief meetings.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Statistics, Development Studies, Environmental Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Prior experience working as a field enumerator, research assistant, or data collector in agricultural or development studies is highly desirable.
Proficiency in using digital data collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, or similar mobile data tools.
Possession of an Android-based device (mobile phone or tablet) is mandatory.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with community members.
Good numerical and observational skills for produce measurement and quality grading.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili, with the ability to communicate in local languages spoken in Busia.
Willingness to travel and work in rural and market environments within Busia county.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality data collection.
Experience with agricultural value chains or food systems research is an added advantage.
Applicants must be residents of Busia as accommodation costs will not be covered.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV, a short cover letter explaining relevant experience, and contact details for at least two referees via email to: associatedirectorafrica@worldveg.org. Please use 'Application - Enumerator for Postharvest Loss Study' as the subject line. The application deadline is 13th March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Short cover letter explaining relevant experience
Contact details for at least two referees
Applications should be sent via email to: associatedirectorafrica@worldveg.org
Subject line: Application - Enumerator for Postharvest Loss Study
Deadline: 13/03/2026
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Locals are preferred as accommodation costs are not covered.
