External Consultant/Field Supervisor

Company Description

Seismic Consulting Group is a dynamic development consulting firm delivering sustainable solutions through collaborative partnerships with clients across various industries and sectors. Leveraging cutting-edge research, analytics, and strategic expertise, the company aids clients in solving complex problems, making informed decisions, and implementing transformative strategies. With a focus on delivering measurable value, Seismic Consulting specializes in areas such as socio-economic development, change management, strategic communications, and digital development. The organization is committed to fostering innovation and providing actionable insights for maximum impact.

Role Description

Seismic Consulting Group is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals to serve as External Consultants/Field Supervisors for the implementation of a Comprehensive Labour Market Assessment (LMA) project. The assessment will be conducted in selected LGAs across Borno and Adamawa States to inform market-driven vocational skills programming for displaced children and youth.

Background of the Assignment

The Labour Market Assessment aims to generate evidence-based insights into labour market opportunities, skills demand, vocational training gaps, and priority economic sectors in conflict-affected communities in Adamawa and Borno States. The findings will support the design of market-responsive vocational skills programming for displaced and vulnerable youth. The assignment will involve employer surveys, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), market observations, value chain analysis, and TVET provider mapping. To support effective field implementation, Seismic Consulting Group seeks to engage two highly competent External Consultants/Field Supervisors to coordinate and supervise all field activities within the assigned states.

Purpose of the Position

The External Consultants/Field Supervisors will serve as the operational leads for all field activities within their assigned locations. They will coordinate data collection teams, manage stakeholder engagement, ensure quality assurance of field data, supervise logistics and security arrangements, and provide daily operational reporting to the Overall Project Coordinator.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Field Coordination and Supervision

The consultants will:

• Coordinate all field activities within assigned LGAs
• Supervise enumerators and field researchers
• Ensure adherence to the approved work plan and methodology
• Monitor daily field movement and deployment schedules
• Ensure timely commencement and completion of field activities
• Provide technical guidance to field teams during data collection

B. Stakeholder Engagement and Liaison

The consultants will:

• Liaise with state ministries, local government authorities, and community leaders
• Coordinate access approvals and entry protocols
• Engage community gatekeepers and institutional stakeholders
• Facilitate appointments for KIIs and FGDs
• Maintain positive relationships with local actors and partners

C. Data Collection Oversight

The consultants will supervise and coordinate:

• Employer surveys
• Key Informant Interviews (KIIs)
• Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)
• Market observation exercises
• TVET provider mapping activities
• Value chain field validation activities

D. Data Quality Assurance

The consultants will:

• Conduct spot-checks and back-checks on completed questionnaires
• Review submitted data daily for completeness and consistency
• Ensure compliance with research ethics and data protection standards
• Identify and resolve data quality issues in real time
• Ensure accurate recording of field observations and interview notes

E. Logistics and Operational Management

The consultants will:

• Coordinate transportation and field logistics
• Organize venues for FGDs and stakeholder engagements
• Ensure availability of field materials and supplies
• Support safe and efficient movement of field teams
• Coordinate accommodation and movement schedules where necessary

F. Security and Risk Monitoring

The consultants will:

• Monitor local security situations and movement advisories
• Ensure compliance with safety and safeguarding protocols
• Immediately report security incidents or operational risks
• Advise the Project Coordinator on contextual developments affecting implementation

G. Reporting and Documentation

The consultants will:

• Submit daily field progress updates
• Prepare weekly implementation summaries
• Document field challenges and mitigation measures
• Maintain records of stakeholder engagements and field activities
• Support preparation of field reports and validation workshop documentation

5. Specific Responsibilities by Location

• External Consultant/Field Supervisor – Borno State
• Coverage Areas
• Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC)
• Jere LGA

Additional Expectations

• Strong familiarity with the humanitarian and security context in Borno State
• Ability to coordinate fieldwork in conflict-sensitive environments
• Experience working with displaced populations and humanitarian actors

External Consultant / Field Supervisor – Adamawa State

Coverage Areas

• Fufore LGA
• Yola South LGA
• Madagali LGA

Additional Expectations

• Strong understanding of local economic and social dynamics in Adamawa State
• Ability to engage rural and hard-to-reach communities
• Experience managing field operations across multiple LGAs 

Professional Experience

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in field research, labour market assessments, livelihoods studies, TVET assessments, or socio-economic surveys
• Proven experience coordinating field teams and data collection exercises
• Strong experience conducting or supervising:

1. KIIs
2. FGDs
3. Household/business surveys
4. Market assessments

• Previous experience working in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings
• Familiarity with northeast Nigeria operational contexts
• Experience working with NGOs, INGOs, UN agencies, or development partners is highly desirable 

Deliverables Expected from the Consultants

The selected consultants will be expected to submit:

• Daily field monitoring reports
• Weekly progress reports
• Stakeholder engagement updates
• Field validation and quality assurance reports
• Final field implementation summary report

Reporting Line

The External Consultants/Field Supervisors will report directly to Project Coordinator,

Seismic Consulting Group

Duration of Engagement

The consultancy will run for a period of 30 Days

Expected commencement date will be communicated to successful candidates.

Application Requirements

Interested and qualified candidates should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter indicating preferred state/location
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
• Evidence of similar assignments previously conducted
• Contact details of at least two professional referees 

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