SPHF Jobs 2026 — Data Enumerator (Karachi)

Overview

The Sindh People Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) is hiring for the position of Data Enumerator in Karachi. This job opportunity was published on the BrightSpyre recruitment platform. SPHF is acting as the executing agency for the preparation of a Climate Resilient Settlement Development Plan for Village Haji Ibrahim, an informal waste-picker settlement near the Jam Chakro landfill in Karachi. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is providing technical and implementation support, including managing recruitment for the project team.

The appointed Data Enumerator will collect household, commercial, and field data using designated digital tools like KoboToolbox. This data will support spatial analysis, infrastructure planning, climate-risk assessment, and safeguards screening for the settlement development plan.

Positions and vacancies

• Data Enumerator: number of posts not stated in the advertisement, BPS/scale not stated, location: Karachi (office-based work in Clifton combined with field visits to Jam Chakro).

Eligibility and qualification

Applicants must hold at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Geography, Public Health, or another relevant discipline.

Candidates must have at least two years of relevant experience in household surveys, socio-economic assessments, field research, or digital data collection. Practical experience using KoboToolbox or similar survey applications is required, including GPS coordinate capture and basic troubleshooting. Fluency in Urdu is mandatory, and basic ability to read English survey labels is required. Proficiency in Sindhi and other locally spoken languages is strongly preferred. Knowledge of the local context and experience in informal or low-income urban settlements is preferred.

Age limit and other conditions

• Age limit: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Gender: Not specified in the advertisement.
• Contract period: Fixed-term staff position for 1 month from the date of joining.
• Working arrangement: Full-time position combining Karachi/Clifton office work with authorized field visits to Jam Chakro.
• Salary and benefits: Paid on a fixed monthly basis under the staffing contract. Official pre-approved field expenses will be reimbursed separately against required supporting documents. The exact salary figure is not stated in the advertisement.

How to apply

1. Go to the online application page hosted on BrightSpyre.
2. Submit your online application and CV as early as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
3. Applicants who are currently employed in government organizations must declare their current position on their CV and submit a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department with their application.

Important dates

• Advertisement date: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Last date to apply: Not stated in the advertisement (applications are reviewed on a rolling basis).
• Test/Interview dates: Not stated in the advertisement.

Required documents

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) for applicants currently working in government roles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the application deadline for the Data Enumerator position?

The advertisement does not state a deadline; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

What is the salary for this job?

The advertisement does not state a specific salary amount, but indicates payment is made on a fixed monthly basis.

How many vacancies are available?

The advertisement does not state the number of open posts.

Is previous experience with digital survey tools required?

Yes, candidates must have practical experience using KoboToolbox or similar applications.

What is the duration of the contract?

The contract duration is 1 month from the date of joining.

Tips for applicants

• Check all educational and experience criteria carefully before submitting your application.
• Apply as early as possible to ensure your profile is considered during rolling reviews.
• Keep duplicate copies of your submitted application and all supporting documentation.
• Beware of anyone claiming to offer job guarantees or asking for payment during recruitment.