Officer, Program Implementation
Kampala,Uganda * Full-time
Evidence Action
Category: Administration
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala,Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 10 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Field execution of chlorine dispenser/ILC and related activities in the target communities.
• Conduct local government/stakeholders’ meetings with guidance from the associate area coordinator.
• Performs water point nominations/verification surveys to obtain viable water points lists for chlorine dispenser and ILC.
• Conduct community sensitization/awareness meetings and mobilize positive community participation in the program.
• Supervise chlorine dispenser and ILC water points by ensuring masons/plumbers/technicians adhere to the installation guidelines/protocols/designs.
• Conduct education meetings at installed water points (dispensers and ILC water points) to sensitize the household users on gadget utilization to prevent waterborne diseases.
• Select and train community volunteers – promoters that will be responsible for the water points as liaison people between the program and the community.
• Developing weekly work plans and prepare feedback reports for field activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as delegated by the Associate, Area Coordinator-Safe Water Now.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct meetings and awareness in target communities
• Expansion and scaling of safe water programs (Chlorine dispensers and ILC)
• Conduct school campaigns
• Health Centre visits
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Social sciences and Community Development or related courses, Public Health, Project management or equivalent
• Motor cycle/motor vehicle riding skills with a valid driving license is an added advantage
• 1-2 yrs experience working with communities or social enterprises/NGOs
• Good language skills in English is a must. Proficiency in speaking the local language/dialect used in target areas is a definite advantage (including Lugisu, Luganda, Lusoga, among others)
• Experience using electronic data collection platforms, specifically open data kit (ODK) and survey CTO are preferred
• High level of integrity and stewardship
• Embraces team work and aspires and supports the ideals of working in a team work environment as a team champion
• Passion to work in a rural community setting and willingness to use a motorcycle in the field (riding or being ridden)
• Flexible mindset and willingness to relocate on a short notice to other field-based assignments in other regions
• Self-driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight deadlines
• Basic leadership skills in managing people, working with communities and teams
• Proactive and ambitious to support innovation and change in a dynamic working environment
• Positive attitude to work and develop in a fast-paced work environment
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel competency
• Ability to multitask and manage difficult situations with tact
• Able to work and solve problems independently
• Working conditions
• The official working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm from Monday to Friday. However, this job requires a flexible person as one may work beyond official working hours including weekends. In addition, the job holder may be given an assignment within a short period of time. This job is physically demanding so good physical and mental health are key.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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