Field Interviewers are responsible for
Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants
Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation
Collecting confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires
Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
Transmitting data as scheduled
Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project-issued equipment
Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft
Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives
Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports
Attending virtually scheduled meetings with other members of the project team
Approaching selected households without a prior appointment
Working and driving after dark
Participating in weekly scheduled calls with the Field Supervisor
Minimum Required Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years old at time of employment
Must possess High School Diploma or GED
Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
Available for entire training and data collection period
Able to successfully complete training
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
Access to password protected WiFi connection for data transmission and administrative responsibilities
Able to keep project information confidential
Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark
Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates
Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from culturally diverse backgrounds
Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
Computer skills, including email and internet proficiency
Be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas
Maintain required system updates to project equipment, and completion of administrative tasks
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week
Work setting:
In-person
Work Location: In person