Program Coordinator

**Position Title**: Program Coordinator - Data Collection
**Location**: Bengaluru
**Starting Date**: Immediately
**Experience**: 5 to 7 years
**Travel**: 10-15 days per month
**Application Process**: Rolling Basis

**About SELCO Foundation**:
SELCO Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for underserved communities through sustainable and inclusive energy solutions. We focus on creating innovative and scalable approaches to energy access that foster economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability.

**Job Overview**:
The Data Collection Coordinator will play a critical role in managing and overseeing data collection processes to support SELCO Foundation’s projects and initiatives. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring data accuracy and reliability. The Data Collection Coordinator will work closely with field teams, stakeholders, and project managers to ensure effective data gathering and reporting.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**A. Data Collection Management and Coordination**
- Plan and develop strategies for collecting data based on M&E requirements and objectives.
- Assist in onboarding field agencies and enumerators.
- Coordinate with the program team and implementation partners.
- Oversee the completion of deliverables and payments to stakeholders.
- Manage and coordinate data collection activities with agencies and field enumerators, ensuring adherence to timelines and protocols.
- Administer surveys, interviews, and other data collection methods.

**B. Training**
- Develop training strategies and materials.
- Conduct training for data collection team members to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Identify training needs through data gaps and address them effectively.

**C. Data quality check**
- Implement quality control measures to maintain data accuracy and integrity.
- Ensure data collected meets standards for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Conduct regular audits and reviews to identify and address discrepancies.
- Report data quality gaps with data quality agencies or field enumerators.
- Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality guidelines.

**D. Troubleshoot Data Collection Issues**
- Address challenges or issues during data collection and find solutions to ensure smooth operations and data quality.
- Respond to data-related inquiries or issues raised by stakeholders.

**E. Data Analysis and documentation Support**
- Collaborate with data analysts to ensure effective data analysis that contributes to project objectives.
- Assist in compiling, summarizing, and generating insights and recommendations based on collected data.
- Support the dissemination of data findings to relevant parties.
- Maintain accurate records of data collection processes and methodologies for future reference.
- Ensure all data documentation is complete, up-to-date, and securely stored.

**F. Continuous Improvement**:

- Identify areas for improvement in data collection processes and suggest enhancements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, Social entrepreneurship, economics, management, demography, or other relevant social science or management field that includes statistical training and research methods
- 5-7 years of experience in field data collection management in the social development sector.
- Knowledge of renewable energy or sustainable development sectors.
- In-depth understanding of field data collection, data quality, and M&E systems.
- Familiarity with data collection methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative.
- Strong knowledge of data collection tools, including digital platforms such as Survey CTO, Survey Solutions, Kobo, and CSPro.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Multilingual abilities in languages relevant to SELCO Foundation’s operational areas, such as English, Kannada, Hindi, Odiya, Assamese, Manipuri, will be an advantage.
- Experience in managing study teams, data collection, and data management.
- Willingness to participate in field activities/surveys and travel to remote areas within the region.
- Familiarity with data privacy and protection regulations.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Capability to service clients and perform under deadline pressure.

**How to Apply**:
**SELCO Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.