Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) invites applications for IKM Enumerators for the RIISA Project.
Since its inception in 1953, Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) has been committed to local ownership and sustainable outcomes. MEDA is currently working in over 37 countries around the world. Our goals are to use a business-oriented approach to international economic development that results in sustainable enterprises for the benefit of the poor and help them in business to ameliorate their livelihood conditions. Our development values are wealth creation by adding value in managing human, financial and environmental resources; participation of those with whom we work - at all stages and levels of a project - regardless of gender, race, class, ethnicity, nationality or religion; collaboration with others engaged in development to avoid duplication and competition; sustainability, both programmatically and environmentally; and direct investment in businesses that serve the poor. With support from the Government of Canada, MEDA is implementing Resilience and Inclusion through Investment for Sustainable Agrikultura (RIISA). This project aims to support inclusive economic opportunities in the poor, rural areas of Mindanao (Davao Region and BARRM areas), in the Philippines and to increase the productivity of cacao farms and enterprises, particularly those led by women, while promoting gender equality and resiliency in communities vulnerable to conflict and climate change.
CONTRACT DURATION: January 6 -March 31 2026 [ minimum 30 person-days]
JOB SUMMARY
The IKM Data Collection Activities have employed a quantitative and qualitative approach to profiling project clients (SHFs, SMEs and Coops) and periodically will collect data to establish monitoring values within the life of the project. To compare these data sets, a combination of qualitative methods to reinforce data interpretation and analysis will be collected to deepen and triangulate quantitative data collected. The data collection activities start January to March 2026.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
- Collect performance monitoring data from Cohort 1 & 2 SMEs & Coops using qualitative methods (Coops & SMEs KIIs & FGDs)
- Collect Annual Survey Data using quantitative tools from at least 350 selected SHFs from 15 cooperatives/ SMEs, remote or in person
- Encode / process all qualitative & quantitative data noted/gathered in the data processing template provided.
Minimum Job Requirements - IKM Enumerator (RIISA Project)
1. Education
- At least a college-level education or undergraduate degree in any of the following or related fields:
- Social Sciences (e.g., Development Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Economics)
- Agribusiness, Agriculture, or Community Development
- Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative fields
(Graduating students or those with relevant field experience may also qualify.)
2. Work Experience
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in field data collection (quantitative and qualitative).
- Experience in:
- Conducting surveys, interviews, or focus group discussions (FGDs)
- Collected data from smallholder farmers, cooperatives, or MSMEs;
- Encoding or processing data using digital tools or spreadsheets (e.g., Excel, KoboToolbox)
- Previous engagement with development or research projects (especially donor-funded) is an advantage.
3. Skills and Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in engaging with community members and cooperative officers.
- Ability to collect accurate, consistent data following research protocols.
- Competence in basic data encoding and documentation—writing field notes (Microsoft Excel, Word, or Google Sheets).
- Fluency in English and local languages (Bisaya, Tagalog);
- Capable of working independently and traveling to field sites, in remote areas.
4. Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented and organized in managing field notes and forms.
- Reliable and professional in handling information with confidentiality.
- Team player, flexible, and willing to adapt to dynamic field schedules.
- Commitment to MEDA’s values of inclusion, sustainability, and gender equality.
5. Availability and Logistics
- Must be available from January 6 to March 31, 2026 (minimum of 30 person-days).
- Willing to report to the MEDA Davao Office when requested.
- Must have access to a personal laptop or desktop for data processing.
- Must be willing to use smartphones provided for data collection.
Languages
- Basic written and spoken English and local language. Knowledge of another local ethnic languages would be an advantage.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 24, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis when received. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
MEDA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities are available during all phases of the recruitment process. We ask that any applicants requiring such accommodation make their needs known in advance.
