Enumerator (Roster) – World Food Programme (WFP)

Organization: World Food Programme (WFP)
Position: Enumerator (Roster)
Job Requisition ID: JR124613
Contract Type: Casual Labour
Department: Research, Assessment & Monitoring (RAM)
Duty Stations: Arusha, Dodoma, Kasulu, Mtwara, and Zanzibar, Tanzania
Duration: 15–30 days (depending on assignment)
Application Deadline: 17 July 2026, 11:59 PM (GMT+3, East Africa Time)

About WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting hunger and achieving Zero Hunger. As the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, WFP operates in over 120 countries, providing life-saving food assistance and supporting long-term resilience and development.

In Tanzania, WFP is implementing its Country Strategic Plan (2022–2027), supporting government efforts to promote inclusive economic growth, resilient livelihoods, improved nutrition, and strengthened human capital.

Job Purpose

The WFP Research, Assessment & Monitoring (RAM) Unit is establishing a Roster of Enumerators to support various food security assessments, monitoring surveys, baseline studies, midline surveys, endline evaluations, and other field data collection activities.

Selected candidates will be deployed on short-term assignments as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of WFP RAM Officers or designated consultants, the Enumerator will:

Participate in training on quantitative and qualitative data collection methodologies.
Conduct household interviews using approved questionnaires.
Conduct trader interviews in selected markets.
Collect data using tablets, smartphones, or computers.
Record accurate and complete survey responses.
Participate in Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs).
Maintain accurate records of all field activities.
Provide daily field updates and feedback to supervisors.
Submit completed survey data through WFP’s Mobile Operational Data Acquisition (MODA) platform.
Ensure confidentiality and ethical handling of respondents’ information.

Key Accountabilities

Meet assigned daily interview targets.
Ensure collected data is accurate, complete, and reliable.
Adhere to WFP ethical standards and data collection procedures.
Report any inability to attend assignments promptly.
Maintain professionalism throughout field activities.

Primary Deliverable

As part of the field team, successfully collect high-quality data from assigned:

Households
Individuals
Markets
Communities
Project sites

using approved WFP survey tools and methodologies.

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

Strong interviewing and communication skills.
Ability to build rapport with respondents.
Good probing and listening skills.
Knowledge of proper interview techniques.
Ability to provide clear daily feedback.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Teamwork skills.
Ability to use smartphones, tablets, and digital data collection platforms.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Basic knowledge of WFP programmes in Tanzania.

Added Advantage

Previous participation in WFP surveys, assessments, or WFP-organized training.

Education Requirements

Applicants must have:

Completion of Secondary School Education.

Desirable:

A post-secondary certificate in a relevant field.

Language Requirements

Candidates must be fluent in:

English (spoken and written)
Swahili (spoken and written)

Contract Information

Item	Details
Contract Type	Casual Labour
Duration	15–30 days
Work Schedule	Full Time (during assignment)
Recruitment Type	Roster

Why Join WFP?

Working with WFP offers:

Opportunity to work with the world’s largest humanitarian organization.
Inclusive and multicultural work environment.
Professional development through training and mentoring.
Exposure to national and international humanitarian operations.
Opportunity to contribute to food security and humanitarian response.
Attractive compensation package based on WFP terms and conditions.

Required Application Documents

Applicants should submit:

Updated CV
Cover Letter

Additional documents may be requested later in the recruitment process.

Important Notes

Applications must be submitted only through the WFP online recruitment system.
Applications sent via email or LinkedIn will not be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
WFP does not charge any application, recruitment, interview, or processing fees.
Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks.
WFP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, religion, ethnicity, or background.

Application Deadline

17 July 2026 (11:59 PM East Africa Time)

Duty Stations: Arusha, Dodoma, Kasulu, Mtwara, and Zanzibar, Tanzania.

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