Enumerators

Job Identification: 23079Posting Date: 14/09/2026, 09:39Apply Before: 18/09/2026, 00:00Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)Org Type: Country Office – Sub OfficeVacancy Type: Call for Expression of InterestRecruiting Type: ConsultantGrade: UGJOB DESCRIPTION1. Background and Context1.1 Overview of DTM Baseline AssessmentMalawi continues to face increasing risks of climate-induced displacement due to recurrent floods, droughts, and extreme weather events that disrupt livelihoods, damage community assets, and force population movements or relocation. These risks are further intensified by climate change, heavy rainfall patterns, and El Niño-influenced conditions. Seasonal forecasts indicate that extreme weather events are likely to increase in frequency and intensity, heightening the possibility of repeated population displacement. A comprehensive, evidence-based response is therefore required to strengthen preparedness, support anticipatory action, inform durable solutions, and build the resilience of communities exposed to climate-related displacement risks, including those already experiencing multiple vulnerabilities.Under the Regional Responses to Climate Displacement in Sub-Saharan Africa (RE2CLID) Programme, the DTM plans to conduct a Baseline Sub-Area Assessment on climate-induced displacement and mobility in the target districts of Blantyre, Chikwawa, Dowa, Mangochi, Mulanje, Nsanje, Phalombe, and Blantyre City. As these locations have had history of experiencing large-scale climate hazard-triggered displacement, the assessment is essential as it provides a strategic opportunity to establish a pre-crisis baseline on population distribution, at-risk areas, livelihoods, access to essential services, and existing preparedness capacities. The resulting data will not only provide a reference point for measuring programme results and impact, while supporting preparedness planning, anticipatory action, and evidence-based decision-making before future climate shocks occur.2. RationaleThe main objective of the DTM Baseline Sub-Area Assessment is to establish a strategic evidence base on climate-induced displacement and mobility in selected RE2CLID locations. The assessment will generate baseline information on population and displacement dynamics, climate hazard exposure, livelihoods, water access, coping strategies, early warning and preparedness capacities, and mobility patterns. This evidence will serve as a reference point for monitoring changes over time, identifying emerging displacement risks, tracking shifts in vulnerability and mobility, and informing preparedness, anticipatory action, programme planning, and targeted support to at-risk communities.Establish a pre-shock reference point for monitoring displacement and mobility trends.Identify key stress indicators that can be tracked over time to inform preparedness and anticipatory action.Document community coping mechanisms, preparedness capacities, and existing response structures.Capture early/emerging displacement signals.Provide timely data and information to government and humanitarian partners on displacement and mobility trends.To collect the required data, IOM will engage a team of enumerators responsible for administering assessment tools across the targeted locations and engaging relevant community structures. Enumerators will play a critical role in documenting displacement, mobility, exposure, vulnerability, and preparedness conditions at community level. This Terms of Reference outlines their responsibilities, qualifications, scope of work, reporting requirements, and other essential conditions related to their role in the assessment.3. ObjectivesThe primary objectives of the enumerators’ role in the DTM Baseline Sub-Area Assessment are to:Collect accurate, complete, and timely data on disaster impact, population mobility, displacement dynamics, and community-level vulnerability using approved DTM data collection tools.Identify, verify, and maintain an updated list of appropriate key informants based on the assessment methodology, location coverage, and information needs.Provide detailed descriptive information on observed stress indicators in targeted communities through the prescribed reporting channels and in accordance with approved standard operating procedures.4. Reporting LineEnumerators will work under the direct supervision and technical guidance of the Senior DTM Associate. They will coordinate with the District Government Focal Point and other designated local structures as required to support field implementation, resolve operational issues, and maintain alignment with approved assessment procedures.RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direct supervision of the Senior DTM Associate, the enumerator will be responsible for the following activities, in accordance with the procedures, tools, and training provided by IOM:Attend and actively participate in training on the DTM Baseline Assessment to fully understand the assessment metho