Farmers for Forests
Field Monitor
Skills
Job description
Base Location: Pune, Maharashtra The Field Monitor will play a key role in supporting the monitoring of an agroforestry project by ensuring accurate field data collection, validation, and reporting. The role involves both on-ground and desk-based responsibilities to maintain the integrity and quality of the project. Roles & Responsibilities Conduct field visits to interview participants and monitor plantation survival under the agroforestry project (field operation audit). Field visits may be conducted in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh. Coordinate with the Data Quality Team and Field Team to plan field data collection. Ensure the quality and accuracy of the collected field data. Document Verification and Data Scrutiny: Review and validate data from scanned documents to ensure consistency and correctness, supporting data quality checks and finance-related tasks as needed. Requirements Willingness to travel extensively to field locations and engage with farmers. Approximately six months will be spent in the field. Must own a bike with valid documents, a helmet, and a driving licence. Proficiency in MS Office and Google Sheets. Proficiency in digital data collection tools, such as KoboToolbox or similar. Attention to detail. Proficiency in Hindi, Marathi, or Gujarati is a plus. Benefits Salary Range: ₹2.4–3 LPA + Field Travel Allowance.