Multi Sector Needs Assessment: Cox’s Bazar, Rohingya Refugee Response – July 2018

Data collection was conducted by four teams of between seven and eight enumerators (total 37) overseen by team leaders. Team leaders were in turn overseen by a Field Coordinator. Prior to data collection, enumerators underwent a three-day training to familiarize them with the tool and with field protocols, as well as code of conduct and basic protection principles. Training was followed by a one-day pilot to identify and troubleshoot issues with tools and protocols. During data collection, GPS points and a map of each camp were then uploaded to enumerator phones. Each day, enumerators were assigned a list of GPS points by their team leaders, and instructed to navigate to each point and select the nearest household for interview. Informed consent was sought, received, and documented at the start of each interview. Enumerators were instructed to ask respondents to conduct the interview in a private place in order to minimize the possibility of influence by other household members. However, given the congested nature of the camps this was not always feasible. During interviews, data was entered directly onto smartphones using the Kobo app. Interviews lasted an average of 45 minutes each. All completed interviews were uploaded to the server at the end of each day. Throughout data collection, team leaders monitored enumerator interview practices using a quality checklist and provided feedback on an ad-hoc basis and during daily debriefings.