Arabic-Speaking Enumerator

About the role

DAB DRT, a development research, consulting and advisory firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is hiring an Arabic-speaking Enumerator. The role collects high-quality primary data from respondents in Arabic and other relevant languages using structured questionnaires, interviews and digital data collection tools. It is a full-time hybrid position combining fieldwork with some work from home for data entry, cleaning and coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct household and community surveys, key informant interviews and focus group discussions.
• Record responses accurately using tablets or online platforms.
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
• Follow sampling plans, ethical guidelines and project timelines with supervisors and research teams.
• Take part in training sessions, report field challenges and support quality control checks on collected data.

Required profile

• Strong spoken and written Arabic, with good working knowledge of English and local Ethiopian languages as an asset.
• Experience in field data collection, such as household surveys, interviews or focus group discussions, preferably in development or research projects.
• Solid attention to detail, accuracy and commitment to data quality and confidentiality.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage respectfully with diverse communities.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting, manage time effectively and follow supervisors' instructions and protocols.

Required skills

• Digital data collection tools such as SurveyCTO, ODK and KoboToolbox.
• Basic software such as Microsoft Excel.
• Use of smartphones and tablets for field data collection.