Reminders for enumerators

Here are a few things to keep in mind when selecting enumerators and surveyors for data profiling using android devices with the KoboTool app:

• Enumerators are responsible for carrying out the interview with individuals selected.

• Enumerators have an important task of delivering first-hand information from the community.

• Enumerators, hence, must be certain that the information they are collecting is accurate.

• Enumerators must be diligent in checking survey forms upon completion and verifying the accuracy of the responses.

Here are some reminders to enumerators before going to the field:

• Study and understand all instructions in using KoboTool, IDMS Tool, WGQs and other information included in the enumerators guide and provided through the training in order;

• Coordinate with the supervisor on how to carry out the survey and to report daily work done;

• Check that material necessary to carry out the survey is sufficient and appropriate.

Upon reaching the household, as enumerator, you must:

1. Introduce yourself, explaining who you are and for who you are working in a manner that compels the participation of individuals in the survey;

2. Ask questions in a clear and kind manner, and ask all the questions exactly as worded;

3. Probe to clarify unclear answers;

4. Input the answer using the mobile data collection tool in an ordinate and clear way, recording responses accurately;

5. Double check and revise accomplished form at the end of the survey in order to correct mistakes and only send the completed surveys once verified.

DOs

• Conduct careful

translation following guidelines on WGQs

• Cognitively test the

translated questions

• Thoroughly train

interviewers to read the questions and response options as written

• Use neutral language

Field practice for enumerators is highly encouraged. This gives them enough time to familiarize themselves with the questions included in the IDMS tool and exercise navigating the KoboCollect app while still establishing and maintaining good rapport with their respondents throughout the survey.

DONTs

• Use the word ‘disability’

or other negative terms and phrases

• Add an initial screener

question (e.g., “Do you have a disability?”)

• Change the question

or response options wording Humanity and Inclusion recommends the following actions when interviewing persons with disabilities:

• Use people- first language – for example, don’t say disabled person, but person with disabilities.

• Treat persons with disabilities with the same respect as any other respondent.

• Speak directly to the person with disability/ies, not to the third person (caregiver, parents), even if there is a translator or an interpreter present.

• Do not make assumptions about a person’s capabilities.

• Be close to the person but keep an appropriate distance.

Most of the enumerators selected by CDP for its pilot testing were persons with disabilities. In so doing, it allowed them to regain their self-confidence. They related how they felt a deep sense of fulfillment in obtaining and providing vital information to members of the community; while the community witnessed their capacity to help and perform when given the opportunity to be included, to be involved, and to participate.