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SayPro Data Collection Strategy Template
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SayPro Economic Impact Studies: Data Collection Strategy Template
1. Project Overview
- Project Title:
(e.g., Economic Impact of Cultural Tourism in Limpopo Province) - Lead Department:
SayPro Economic Impact Studies Research Office - Project Lead:
(Insert Name) - Date Prepared:
(Insert Date)
2. Research Objectives
- Define the primary objectives of the study.
Example: To assess the economic contribution of cultural festivals to local employment and income generation.
3. Methodology
a. Approach
- Quantitative, Qualitative, or Mixed Methods
Example: Mixed methods using surveys and key stakeholder interviews.
b. Sampling Method
- Stratified, Random, Convenience, Purposive, etc.
Example: Stratified sampling based on region and population size.
c. Sample Size
- Total number of respondents/participants
Example: 250 households + 20 local business owners.
d. Target Population
- Who is being studied and why
Example: Festival attendees, local vendors, tourism officials.
4. Timeline
| Phase | Start Date | End Date | Responsible Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tool Development | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | Research Design Unit |
| Field Team Training | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | Field Coordination Team |
| Data Collection | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | Field Teams, External Agents |
| Data Cleaning & Quality Review | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | QA Team |
| Data Analysis Preparation | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | Data Analysts |
5. Data Collection Tools
- Surveys: Household Economic Survey
- Questionnaires: Business Revenue Impact Form
- Interview Guides: For cultural leaders, stakeholders
- Consent Forms: Included for all participants
- Digital Tools: KoboToolbox / Google Forms / SurveyMonkey
6. Roles and Responsibilities
| Team/Individual | Role |
|---|---|
| Project Lead | Oversees the entire strategy |
| Data Collection Manager | Coordinates field activities |
| Field Team Supervisors | Manage enumerators, ensure quality |
| Analysts | Prepare data for analysis |
7. Ethical Considerations
- Informed consent from all participants
- Confidentiality and data protection
- Compliance with SayPro’s Ethical Guidelines
- Ethics approval reference number (if applicable)
8. Risk Mitigation Plan
| Potential Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|
| Low response rate | Increase outreach, use incentives |
| Fieldwork delays | Have a buffer in the timeline |
| Data privacy concerns | Use encrypted tools, train field staff properly |
9. Monitoring & Reporting
- Progress Tracking: Weekly reporting from field teams
- Mid-Project Review: Internal check-in to assess progress
- Final Report: Summary of data collection outcomes
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