Job Description
The Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) has announced a job opportunity for 12 Data Collectors to participate in a nutrition research project in the Amhara Region. The recruitment is open to qualified recent graduates in Human Nutrition, Food Science and Nutrition, Public Health, Nursing, and related fields.
The positions are offered on a contract basis for 45 days, with the possibility of extension. Eligible applicants who meet the educational and language requirements are encouraged to apply in person at the Amhara Public Health Institute (APHI) in Bahir Dar.
EPHI Job Vacancy 2026: Overview
- Organization: Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI)
- Directorate: Nutrition, Environmental Health and Non-communicable Disease Research Directorate
- Position: Data Collector
- Number of Vacancies: 12
- Reference Number: APHI/HR/6352
- Employment Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 45 days, with possible extension
- Salary: ETB 25,000
- Gender: Male and female applicants
- Duty Stations: North Wollo, South Gondar, and Wag Himra zones, Amhara Region
- Required Experience: No prior work experience required
- Advertisement Date: October 13, 2026
- Application Method: In-person submission
About the Research Project
EPHI, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the World Bank, is conducting research to assess the prevalence of minimum acceptable dietary intake among children aged 6–23 months in selected woredas of Ethiopia.
The study aims to generate evidence that can help strengthen nutrition programmes and improve interventions for young children. Selected Data Collectors will support household visits, interviews, anthropometric measurements, and accurate electronic data recording.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for the following duties:
- Visit randomly selected households identified for the study.
- Identify eligible participants and obtain informed consent.
- Conduct household interviews and accurately record participants’ responses.
- Measure the length and weight of eligible children according to study procedures.
- Review completed questionnaires on tablets before leaving each household.
- Maintain data accuracy, completeness, confidentiality, and quality.
- Remain at the assigned study location throughout the data collection period.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors and other team members.
Educational Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Educational qualification
A BSc degree in one of the following fields is required:
- Human Nutrition
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Public Health
- Nursing
- A related field
2. Graduation year
Applicants must have graduated between 2014 and 2018 E.C.
3. Work experience
No previous work experience is required. Fresh graduates who meet the other criteria may apply.
4. Language proficiency
Applicants must be fluent in both spoken and written Amharic and English.
5. Technical and interpersonal skills
Candidates should be able to use tablet-based data collection tools, communicate effectively with household respondents, and work well in a team.
How to Apply for the EPHI Data Collector Vacancy
Eligible applicants should prepare their application documents and submit them in person to the designated office.
Required documents:
- Copies of educational degree certificates
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Relevant supporting documents
- Original documents for verification
Application submission address:
Amhara Public Health Institute (APHI), Bahir Dar, Human Resource Development and Administration Support Process Office.
Applicants should submit their documents within seven working days from the advertisement date.
Application Deadline and Examination Date
- Advertisement date: October 13, 2026
- Application deadline: Within seven working days of the advertisement
- Examination date: October 26, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. local time
- Vacancy draw date: October 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. local time
- Examination and vacancy draw venue: APHI, Bahir Dar
Applicants should confirm the examination and vacancy draw arrangements with APHI before attending, particularly if they require clarification about the selection process.
Important Notice for Applicants
- Submit your application in person to the specified office.
- Bring original educational documents for verification.
- Ensure that your CV and supporting documents are complete.
- Submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
- Only applicants who meet the stated requirements should apply.
- The duty stations are in North Wollo, South Gondar, and Wag Himra zones of the Amhara Region.
Final Note
This EPHI recruitment offers an opportunity for recent graduates in nutrition, public health, nursing, and related disciplines to gain practical research experience while contributing to a national nutrition study.
Interested applicants should prepare their documents and apply within the stated period. Before travelling to Bahir Dar, confirm any changes to the recruitment schedule and requirements directly with the Amhara Public Health Institute.
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