Raising The Village (RTV)

Job Title: Area Field Supervisor (13 Vacancies)

Department: Venn
Reports To: MEL Assistant / Designate
Contract Type: Temporary – 6 Months
Experience Required: 2+ Years
Travel Requirement: Up to 70%

Duty Stations

Isingiro
Mitooma
Kamwenge
Kabale
Kiryandongo
Kibaale
Kyenjojo
Mubende
Bukedea
Bugiri
Mbale
Gulu
Arua

ABOUT RAISING THE VILLAGE

Raising The Village (RTV) is an international development organization dedicated to eradicating ultra-poverty across Sub-Saharan Africa.

RTV has built a team of over 350 professionals across Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, supported by additional team members in North America. Through innovative programming and advanced data analytics, the organization delivers sustainable solutions that empower vulnerable communities.

Since 2012, RTV has positively impacted more than one million lives and aims to support one million individuals annually by 2027.

The organization’s work is supported by global partners committed to creating lasting and sustainable change.

The Venn Department serves as the data and technology backbone of RTV, integrating advanced analytics, custom software solutions, and field implementation systems to drive evidence-based decision-making.

Discover more
Resumes & Portfolios
Job Search
Employer Branding Solutions

JOB SUMMARY

The Area Field Supervisor (AFS) acts as a critical link between Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) administration and field implementation.

Within the Venn Department, the AFS is responsible for maintaining the integrity of RTV’s data ecosystem by supervising field data collection activities and ensuring that information collected is accurate, timely, reliable, and cost-effective.

The role involves leading field teams, troubleshooting mobile data collection systems, improving data collection methodologies, and supporting RTV’s mission to impact one million lives annually.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Data Integrity & Quality Assurance

Lead pre-deployment testing of mobile data collection tools.
Verify functionality of survey logic, skip patterns, and validation rules.
Conduct real-time monitoring of enumerators during fieldwork.
Carry out spot checks to eliminate bias and ensure compliance with RTV data protocols.
Support data quality assurance activities including:
- Audio audits
- Remote call-backs
- Verification exercises
Promote and enforce ethical data collection standards.
Ensure adherence to data integrity and research ethics guidelines.

2. Field Leadership & Capacity Building

Supervise and mentor Field Supervisors and Enumerators.
Build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and professionalism.
Conduct technical training on:
- Survey methodologies
- Mobile data collection tools
- Data quality standards
Serve as the regional focal point for identifying project risks and operational challenges.
Escalate technical and logistical issues to the Venn team for timely resolution.
Lead Training of Trainers (ToT) initiatives for field teams.

3. Operational Planning & Resource Management

Coordinate deployment schedules for enumerators.
Ensure survey activities are completed within established timelines.
Work with short-term contractors and field teams to ensure cost-efficient implementation.
Manage regional DCI inventory and equipment.
Ensure all devices and field equipment remain functional and accounted for.

4. Technical Innovation

Identify opportunities to improve data reliability using mobile data collection technologies.
Utilize advanced features such as:
- GPS tracking
- Audio audits
- Automated validations
Support development of more efficient and secure data collection workflows.
Contribute to continuous improvement of field data systems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Statistics
- Economics
- Quantitative Economics
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Or a related field

Added Advantage

Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation or a related discipline.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years of practical experience in:
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Data collection
- Field research
- Survey implementation
NGO sector experience is highly desirable.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Mobile Data Collection Platforms

Advanced proficiency in:

SurveyCTO
ODK
CommCare
Survey123
Similar mobile data collection systems

Microsoft Excel

Strong proficiency in:

Data cleaning
Pivot Tables
VLOOKUP
Data validation
Reporting

Statistical Software

Desirable experience in:

Stata
SPSS

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to communicate technical findings clearly.
Experience translating complex data into actionable insights.
Strong report writing and presentation skills.
Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Analytical Rigor

Strong attention to detail.
Ability to identify inconsistencies and anomalies in datasets.

Adaptability

Ability to maintain quality standards in remote and challenging environments.

Integrity

Commitment to ethical research practices and accurate reporting.

Efficiency

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Leadership

Strong team supervision and coaching abilities.

Problem Solving

Ability to resolve field and technical challenges effectively.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

Willingness to travel up to 70% of the time.
Comfortable working in remote rural communities across Uganda.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Raising The Village does NOT charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants are advised to remain vigilant against recruitment fraud.

APPLICATION

CLICK HERE TO SEE DETAILS AND APPLY

Area Field Supervisor (13 Vacancies)

Job Description