Job Position for Field Enumerator (Agrifood Research)
Field Enumerator (Agrifood Research)
A research team is seeking ONE Field Enumerator per study location across five specific sites in Southwestern Nigeria for an ongoing project documenting agricultural knowledge, skills, narratives, and practices within local agrifood communities.
Rather than standard form-filling, successful candidates will serve as trusted local research links connecting their communities with the broader research team.
Key Overview
Field Details
Position Field Enumerator (1 per location)
Locations Ondo Town (Ondo) | Iwo Town (Osun) | Oyo Town (Oyo) | Epe (Lagos) | Ilugun, Odeda LGA (Ogun)
Application Deadline September 11, 2026
Interview Date September 15, 2026 (Virtual)
Submission Email fooddelivered.agrifood@gmail.com
Responsibilities
Selected enumerators will complete training prior to deployment and perform the following tasks:
Conduct qualitative interviews and observe farming/processing activities on-site.
Document local agricultural practices, narratives, specialized terminology, and knowledge-transfer methods.
Identify key community members with rich or specialized knowledge for potential follow-up interviews.
Capture high-quality photographs, audio recordings, and research data using Android-based digital tools.
Coordinate with the research team remotely and support periodic field visits.
Applicant Requirements
Local Connection: Must reside in, hail from, or possess deep familiarity with the chosen study location.
Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, Yoruba, and the specific local dialect of the application site.
Digital Literacy: Proficient in operating Android smartphones and digital data-collection applications.
Soft Skills: Outstanding listening, observational, and interviewing skills with a respectful, ethical approach to community engagement and confidentiality.
Field Readiness: Comfortable working in farms, rural processing setups, markets, and open-air community environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in any of the following areas is advantageous:
Agriculture, Agricultural Extension, or Cassava Agrifood Value Chains
Qualitative and Digital Data Collection
Demography, History, or Indigenous Knowledge Studies
NGO Fieldwork, Community Development, or Rural Development
Research Ethics
How to Apply
Send your 2-page CV to fooddelivered.agrifood@gmail.com before September 11, 2026, including the following information in your email body:
Preferred Location: State ONE location from the list above and provide your reason for choosing it.
Contact Info: Active phone number.
Relevant Experience: Any field, research, or community experience not captured in your CV.
Suitability Statement: Exactly one paragraph of 5 sentences explaining why you are the ideal fit for this role.
