Website Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)
Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)
Vacancy Announcement: Field Supervisors (5 Posts)
Job Title: Field Supervisor
Position Type: Short-term Contract
Duration: Two Months (Expected: 18 March – 22 May 2026)
Location: Mbeya, Njombe, and Iringa Regions, Tanzania
Languages Required: Swahili and English
Position Overview
AB-Consult at the College of Economics and Business Studies (CoEBS), Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), in collaboration with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Sussex, and OCP Tanzania, is conducting a cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT).
The study aims to evaluate the impact of customized fertilizer recommendations based on plot-level soil testing on smallholder farmer investment, yields, profitability, and learning in selected villages in Tanzania.
Key activities include administering structured household and plot-level survey questionnaires, conducting follow-up data checks, and collecting data on fertilizer use, input markets, and agro-dealer stock availability across Mbeya, Njombe, and Iringa regions.
We are seeking motivated and experienced Field Supervisors to oversee enumerator teams, ensure high-quality data collection, and support the implementation of research protocols in the field. Supervisors may also conduct interviews when necessary and support additional surveys such as agro-dealer surveys.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in comprehensive training sessions on survey instruments, digital data collection tools (KoboToolbox), and research protocols.
- Supervise enumerator teams during fieldwork to ensure adherence to survey protocols and maintain high data quality standards.
- Conduct back-checks and spot-checks to verify data accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor enumerator performance using project dashboards and data quality checks, providing constructive feedback.
- Identify and address data quality issues and support underperforming enumerators through coaching and guidance.
- Facilitate and oversee the agro-dealer survey, including coordination with agro-dealers and verification of collected data.
- Conduct household or plot-level interviews when required to support field teams.
- Provide daily field updates to the research team on progress, challenges, and data quality concerns.
- Ensure informed consent procedures and confidentiality standards are followed at all times.
- Troubleshoot field challenges and coordinate with the research team to ensure smooth data collection operations.
Skills and Traits
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve data quality issues.
- Strong leadership and team management skills to effectively supervise enumerator teams.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback while fostering a positive team environment.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with farmers, agro-dealers, and community members.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to meet field targets.
- High standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
- Ability to use tablets and digital data collection platforms such as KoboCollect or KoboToolbox.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to remote field locations when required.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Agriculture, Statistics, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
- Experience supervising enumerators or managing field data collection teams.
- At least 3 years of experience in quantitative or qualitative data collection.
- Strong understanding of community dynamics.
- Experience using tablets for data collection.
- Skilled in basic interviewing techniques with strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel and work in remote areas, including flexible hours (weekends if necessary).
Application Process
All qualified and interested candidates should email an updated and detailed CV to:
Application Deadline
14 March 2026 (Close of Business)
Important Instructions
- The email subject line must be: “UJALA RCT SURVEY”.
- In your email, clearly indicate whether you wish to be considered for the Field Supervisor position only or also for the Enumerator role.
To apply for this job email your details to magomba@sua.ac.tz