Officer, Program Implementation Job

Job Title: Officer, Program Implementation (7 Fresher Jobs)

Organization: Evidence Action

Duty Station: Iganga, Kamuli and Bugiri, Uganda

Reports to: Associate Coordinator, Program Implementation

This is a 4 months contract

About US:

Evidence Action scales proven development solutions to benefit millions of people around the world. We fill the gap between knowing ‘what works’ and having impact at scale. We implement cost-effective interventions whose efficacy is backed by substantial rigorous evidence.

Job Summary: The Officer, Program Implementation is primarily a field-based position which plays an important role in the expansion of Chlorine Dispensers/Inline Chlorination (ILC) program in delivering safe water and hygiene knowledge in the target communities. The officer position is based at a field office and reports to the Associate Coordinator.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Field execution of chlorine dispenser and Inline Chlorine related activities in the target communities.
Conduct local government/stakeholders’ meetings with guidance from the associate coordinator.
Performa waterpoint nominations/verification surveys to obtain viable waterpoints lists for chlorine dispenser/ILC installations.
Conduct community sensitization/awareness meetings and mobilize positive community participation in the program.
Supervise chlorine dispenser/ILC installations by ensuring masons/plumbers/technicians adhere to the installation guidelines/protocols/designs
Conduct education meetings at installed waterpoints to sensitize the household users on gadget utilization to prevent waterborne diseases.
Select and train community volunteers – promoters that will be responsible for the waterpoints 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 Area Coordinator.

Also Read: Temporary Program Officer Job – Save the Children International

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant must hold a Diploma in Management, Community Development related courses, Project management or equivalent.
One to two years of experience working with communities or social enterprises/NGOs
Good language skills in English or local dialect both spoken and written
Motor cycle/motor vehicle riding skills with a valid driving license is an added advantage
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.
Good communication skills and mobilization skills.
Ability to communicate well within the organization and with the rural communities and local leaders
Basic leadership skills in managing people, working with communities and teams
Good computer skills and comfort to advance the skills in a dynamic IT field.
Proactive and ambitious to support innovation and change in a dynamic working environment
Positive attitude to work and to develop in a fast-paced work environment
Language: – Proficiency in speaking the local language/dialect used in target areas is a definite advantage