Individual Consultant for Emergency Project Baseline Survey

About the role

Nutrition Action Zimbabwe (NAZ) seeks an experienced individual consultant to conduct a baseline survey for an emergency response project. The survey will generate pre‑intervention data on households and communities to support evidence‑based programming and monitoring.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement a household‑level baseline survey covering demographics, vulnerability, food security, livelihoods and preparedness.
• Collect data on exposure to hazards, access to early warning systems, and community knowledge of risk reduction.
• Analyse findings to establish baseline values for key outcome and output indicators.
• Provide a comprehensive report that informs program design, targeting, and donor reporting.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in conducting baseline or similar surveys in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong understanding of nutrition, food security, livelihood and disaster preparedness indicators.
• Ability to work with NAZ’s partners and stakeholders to ensure data quality and relevance.