Collaborator for Listing Exercise

Job Posting Organization:
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is a renowned research organization established to provide evidence-based solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition. IFPRI was founded in 1975 and has since grown to employ over 300 staff members across various countries. The organization operates in more than 40 countries worldwide, focusing on agricultural research and policy analysis to improve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and nutrition. IFPRI collaborates with various partners, including government agencies, NGOs, and private sector organizations, to implement projects that enhance agricultural productivity and resilience, particularly in developing regions.

Job Overview:
The position of Collaborator for the Listing Exercise is crucial for the successful implementation of a project aimed at enhancing the resilience, productivity, and food security of smallholder farmers in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. The collaborator will be responsible for conducting an in-person listing exercise between March and April 2026, which involves obtaining lists of kebeles and villages, selecting study participants, and ensuring ethical compliance throughout the process. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to engage effectively with local communities and leadership. The collaborator will work closely with IFPRI staff to ensure that the project objectives are met and that the data collected is of high quality and relevance to the study's goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Collaborator will undertake a series of specific activities, including:

• In each of the eight selected study woredas in South Wollo and North Shewa zones, obtain lists of kebeles from woreda-level leadership and collaborate with IFPRI staff to randomly select 24 kebeles for the study.
• Engage with kebele-level leadership to obtain a list of villages within each selected kebele and randomly select one village to participate in the study.
• In each selected village, work with local leadership to obtain existing lists of farmers and update these lists with demographic information and current crop cultivation practices.
• Conduct a public lottery in collaboration with local leadership to randomly select study farmers from the updated list, ensuring transparency and community involvement.
• Contact selected farmers to explain the study, obtain informed consent, and distribute vegetable kits provided by IFPRI.
• Maintain accurate digital and hard-copy records of kebele, village, and farmer lists, as well as consent forms and distribution of vegetable kits.
• Recruit and manage a fieldwork team, providing necessary training and resources for effective data collection.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure data accuracy and provide weekly reports to IFPRI.
• Deliver organized data to IFPRI and prepare a technical note detailing the implementation process and any challenges faced during the fieldwork.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal collaborator must demonstrate a strong track record in implementing large-scale household surveys, having successfully conducted at least three surveys with sample sizes comparable to this project (2,000 households). Team leaders should possess experience in survey studies within Ethiopia and include technicians proficient in survey programming software. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for engaging with local communities and stakeholders effectively. Additionally, the collaborator should have experience in hiring and supervising enumerators, ensuring that the fieldwork team is well-equipped to carry out the listing exercise.

Educational Background:
While specific educational requirements are not explicitly stated, a background in agricultural sciences, social sciences, or a related field is likely preferred. Candidates with advanced degrees or relevant certifications in research methodologies, data collection, or rural development will be viewed favorably, as these qualifications align with the responsibilities of the position.

Experience:
Candidates should have substantial experience in conducting surveys, particularly in rural development, agriculture, and food security contexts. Previous work with international organizations or similar projects in Ethiopia will be advantageous, as familiarity with the local agricultural landscape and farmer populations is crucial for the success of the study.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as it is the primary language of communication for the project. Proficiency in local languages spoken in the Amhara region, such as Amharic, is highly desirable, as it will facilitate better engagement with local communities and enhance the effectiveness of the data collection process.

Additional Notes:
The position is expected to be a full-time engagement during the listing exercise period, with a focus on fieldwork in the Amhara region. The collaborator will be responsible for managing logistics, including transportation and accommodation for the fieldwork team. Compensation details are not specified in the job ad, but interested firms are encouraged to prepare a detailed budget as part of their application. The project emphasizes ethical data collection practices, including obtaining informed consent from participants and maintaining confidentiality.