Enumerator (Qualitative Data Collector)

The Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development, ACBAR, is an independent forum founded in 1988 in response to the demand from NGOs working with Afghan refugees in Pakistan and across the border in Afghanistan to more efficiently coordinate assistance and delivery of services. With its main office in Kabul since 2002, ACBAR brings together 230 National and International NGOs working in in all sectors of humanitarian assistance and development in Afghanistan. Its activities focus heavily on information to its members and the aid community in general, coordination of activities at the national and regional levels, and advocacy on issues affecting the work of its members in Afghanistan. ACBAR has a mission to provide an efficient platform for members to carry out effective humanitarian, development, and peace building activities in Afghanistan. The members are the drive behind ACBAR, and their active participation is essential to ACBAR’s continued dynamism. 

RESPONSIBILITY SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Response MEAL Officer, the Enumerator will support qualitative data collection in the assigned province(s) by conducting KIIs, facilitating FGDs, accurately documenting discussions, and preparing transcripts in national languages/English in accordance with ACBAR's data collection protocols and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in enumerator training and correctly apply the assessment tools and methodology.
• Conduct assigned Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with selected stakeholders.
• Facilitate assigned Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) following the approved discussion guide.
• Obtain informed consent from all participants before data collection.
• Coordinate with ACBAR-identified stakeholders to schedule and conduct assigned KIIs and FGDs
• Take comprehensive interview notes and ensure accurate recording of responses.
• Prepare complete English transcripts from interviews and discussions conducted in Dari or Pashto.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ACBAR's ethical standards. All collected data must be submitted to ACBAR and must not be retained, shared, or used for any other purpose.
• Submit all required documentation, including attendance sheets, interview notes, transcripts, field pictures, audio recordings (where applicable), and other supporting documents, within the agreed timeline.
• Coordinate regularly with the Emergency Response MEAL Officer and provide daily progress updates.
• Perform any other assessment-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, Statistics, International Relations, or a related field.
• At least three years previous experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection for assessments, evaluations, surveys, or research studies.
• Experience working in humanitarian and emergency response programmes is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience conducting KIIs and facilitating FGDs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto and good working knowledge of English.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate interview transcripts in English.
• Have access to a personal laptop/computer, and smart phone for data transcription.
• Ability to work independently under tight timelines while maintaining high data quality.
• Familiarity with humanitarian coordination mechanisms is an asset.

If you meet the required qualifications and experience, please complete the application form using the link below. The deadline for submission is 09 Aug 2026. Before applying, ensure that your CV and cover letter are combined into a single file, as you will be required to upload them during the application process.

Job application form link: https://form.acbar.org/forms/enumerator-qualitative-data-collection-job-application-form-XM.qQg

Note: Shortlisting will be conducted on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.