Senior Field Coordinators

Engagement:               6 Months

Preferred start date:    As soon as possible

About Pula: 

At Pula, we are radically restructuring agricultural insurance, using technology to insure the previously unbanked, uninsured, untapped market of 1.5 billion smallholders worldwide. 

We work in over 14 countries across Africa and Asia, and by 2022, we have facilitated crop insurance cover to over 6.6 million farmers across Kenya, India, Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, Zambia, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Tanzania, and Malawi. Since raising our Series A, our operations have expanded globally including now Asia and Latin America. 

We are a for profit, and have raised over $10 million from leading venture and institutional investors as well as developed philanthropic relationships with private foundations and bilateral donors such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and German Insure Resilience Solutions Fund that have accelerated investments in our target markets.

Pula is fast-paced, constantly adapting to new opportunities and challenges. We are a high-performance, multi-cultural team. We expect our team to value performance, results and professionalism. 

At Pula, we are: 

Obsessed with results: We are responsible for our future and therefore we get things done!

Connect the Dots: We continuously identify different customer needs & business problems and build solutions that deliver value.

Have a Can do Attitude! We dare to do things differently to make things work.

We have each others’ back: We look out for each other & we share high quality, timely feedback that makes us better.

What you will be doing: 

Working under the guidance of the Field Associate Manager, Senior
Field Coordinators are crucial for overseeing the activities of Field Coordinators and Field Agents/Enumerators. They ensure data collection quality, adherence to guidelines, and smooth field operations.

Locations 

We are looking to recruit Senior Field Coordinators from the following regions: Oromia, Tigray, SNNP

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and coordinate the activities of field supervisors/coordinators.

Supervise and coordinate the activities of Field Agents/Enumerators.

Ensure Field Agents understand and adhere to data collection protocols and guidelines.

Conduct regular field visits to monitor data collection processes.

Provide on-site training and support to Field Agents.

Review completed questionnaires for accuracy and completeness.

Ensure timely submission of all completed questionnaires.

Address any issues or challenges faced by Field Agents in the field.

Maintain clear and effective communication with the Field Associate Manager and Field Coordinator.

Prepare regular reports on field activities and data collection progress.

Ensure all data collection equipment is well-maintained and functional.

Promote and uphold Pula’s values and mission in all field activities.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Field Associate Manager.

Who you are: 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCES:

Diploma/Certificate in Business, Development Studies, Economics, Agriculture or any other related field. 

MUST HAVE A SMARTPHONE

With Android version 7 and above plus access to Google Play Store.

Good internet access, enough storage space and should be GPS enabled. 

Experience in data collection and working with farmers in rural settings is an advantage

Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Fluency in local languages spoken in the district.

Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.

Experience in data collection and working with farmers in rural settings is advantageous.

Ability to manage checklists, work plans, and logistics.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle field challenges.

Some more expectations:

Our team is deeply field based. We hire from the areas that we are working, rather than focusing on hiring only from capital cities or major metropolitan areas.

The individuals best suited for these positions are those who are comfortable speaking in relevant local languages and moving around rural areas.

Remuneration:

Compensation will be based on the number of supervised polygons completed and accepted by the data quality team and the client.

Wages are paid for completed accurate work - per survey/ per farmer visit.

All Applicants are required to have a valid bank or mobile money account for financial transactions. 

Learn more about Pula:

TED Talk: Crop Insurance, an Idea Worth Seeding

New York Times: He Grew up on a Farm. Now, He Helps Protect Them

The Economist: The Poor, Who Most Need Insurance, Are Least Likely to Have It

PULA  is an equal opportunities employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Women and  people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Jobseekers are strongly advised to not indulge in any monetary engagement with any source in the name of  guaranteed interviews or placements with employees.