Research Data Collector Vacancies (X42 Posts) for Unemployed Graduates at the Moses Kotane Institute

The Moses Kotane Institute (MKRI) is mandated to conduct evidence-based- research, therefore, to fulfil this mandate we are looking to appoint unemployed KZN graduates (between the ages of 18 – 35 years) to collect data for research purposes.

The data collectors will be required to collect data in specific district municipalities within the KZN province listed as follows:

Amajuba District Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, Harry Gwala District Municipality, uGu District Municipality, uMgungundlovu District Municipality, uMkhanyakude District Municipality, uMzinyathi District Municipality, uThukela District Municipality, King Cetshwayo District Municipality, and Zululand District Municipality

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have a valid tertiary qualification (between NQF 6 and NQF 8) | NQF 8 qualification will be an added advantage, to align with research understanding
Computer Literacy
Own mobile device (working smart phone) | Ability to operate a mobile device
Good communication skills
Proficient in English and IsiZulu
Code 08/10 driver’s license to be an added advantage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Institute with door-to-door data collection process in line with applicable procedures
Collecting data using surveys, personal and telephonic interviews
Capturing data in a MKRI prescribed format
Maintaining data quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings
Meticulous adherence to ethical and professional standards relevant to the process

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT:

Appointed graduates will sign a fixed-term contract limited to this project only (estimated at 2 to 5-days fieldwork) remunerated at R350 -per day.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates to please complete the application form and attach the documents required. Failure to complete the form, attach the supporting documents will automatically disqualify the application.

DISQUALIFICATION CRITERIA:

Incomplete application forms
Applications not supported by valid proof of address
Applicants who do not meet any of the “Minimum Requirements” stated above
Supply of incorrect information
Non-availability during the last week of February 2025.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

No accommodation will be provided so appointments will be limited to KZN residents belonging to Municipalities where data will be collected. Candidates who have not heard from MKRI within 2 weeks from the closing date, can consider their application to have been unsuccessful.

For any technical queries contact the Human Resources Manager, by sending an email to MKI1000@moseskotane.com. Candidates are urged to look out for email and SMS notifications from MKRI offices.

DOWNLOAD THE RESEARCH DATA COLLECTOR VACANCIES ADVERT HERE

CLOSING DATE: 18 FEBRUARY 2025

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