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Community Service Assistant

Evidence Action

Location

Kamuli

Category

Community

Job Type

On-site

Work Hours

Full Time

Deadline

13th March 2026

Job Description

Community Service Assistant-Safe Water Now (CSA) position is primarily a field-based position which plays an important role as an interface between Safe Water Now and communities served with dispensers/ILC devices. This position ensures sufficient and uninterrupted supply of chlorine and service & maintenance of the installed chlorine dispensers/ILC devices functionality. This, in turn, enables the community to successfully access and use dispensers/ILC devices throughout for improved community health.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Conducting dispenser/ILC device hardware service and maintenance through regular spot checks to ensure proper functionality.
  • Installing chlorine dispensers whenever necessary, in line with the organization’s protocols/specifications and guidelines.
  • Delivering chlorine/tablet to various chlorine dispensers/ILC devices located at water points by use of motorcycles.
  • Ensure safe handling and accountability of chlorine, tablet and dispenser stocks in the store/office and to the designated sites.
  • Proper Record Keeping by completing relevant forms/documents/records that are important in inventory.
  • Engaging the target community to promote dispenser/ILC device usage and handle any/all possible challenges and report the same to supervisor.
  • Collecting all field data for program assessment and accountability, by use of smartphones.
  • Maintaining good integrity and stewardship of the Organizational assets assigned to you for work execution
  • All assigned dispensers/ILC devices must remain functional in usable condition all the time.
  • Maintain an uninterrupted supply of chlorine/tablet to all assigned dispensers/ILC devices throughout the year.
  • Maintain good rapport with the target community, ensuring it is well engaged and embrace the chlorine dispensers/ILC devices and keep using these for improved community health.
  • Program data is collected within the provided guidelines and shared with the supervisor for the next action.
  • The dispenser/ILC device empty rates and all noted/reported dispenser/ILC device issues are addressed within the stated timelines.

Requirements, Qualifications and Competences

  • A minimum education qualification of a UACE certificate and at least a Certificate in communication, community work, Social work, project management or equivalent.
  • 1-2 years of experience working with communities or social enterprises/NGOs.
  • The applicants should be fluent in English and Lusoga. Proficiency in other local languages is an added advantage.
  • Plumbing experience is an added advantage.
  • Motorcycle riding experience is A MUST with a valid driving license from a recognized driving school (CLASS A)
  • Excellent communication skills and good public relations.
  • High level of discipline and good character while engaging with the community and their leaders, program teams and managers.
  • Community service attitude/passion to work in a rural community setting.
  • High level of integrity and stewardship.
  • Embraces team work and enjoys working in a team work environment as a team champion.
  • Good computer, data entry and management skills.
  • Positive attitude to work and to develop in a fast paced work environment.
  • The Community Services Assistant-Safe Water Now (CSA) position is primarily a field based position involving working in the field 90% of the time. This involves maneuvering in rural setting terrains with chlorine and tablet loads on motorcycles for distribution to the designated representative(s) at each chlorine dispenser/ILC device
  • Position requires ability to ride a motorcycle.
  • Ability to lift the chlorine jerrycans/ILC tablet to and off the motorcycle on a regular basis.
  • The role will be based in Kamuli while covering some parts of Jinja Eastern Uganda.

About Evidence Action

At Evidence Action, we deliver data-driven interventions that transform lives at an unprecedented scale. We identify neglected global health issues and deploy proven solutions, forging healthier futures for generations. Our model operationalizes leading academic research (including from Nobel-winning economists). We measure progress and outcomes at every stage to ensure we’re making a real impact for people living in poverty and suffering from preventable or treatable health issues. Operating across 9 countries, our team of 900+ has reached over 500 million people, working closely with governments to scale these interventions. At Evidence Action, your colleagues are your greatest asset. You'll partner with high-caliber colleagues in an environment blending innovation, autonomy, and teamwork. Our team excels in disruptive thinking and believes in rolling up our sleeves to get things done. If you're looking to work flexibly and with purpose, join a team that delivers measurable change for millions

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Category Community
Location Kamuli
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