Intern, Program Implementation at Evidence Action

Job Purpose

• Evidence Action is seeking Interns to be attached to its Safe Water program in Western Kenya. Perfect for an energetic candidate with a passion for Evidence Action’s mission to be a world leader in scaling evidence-based and cost-effective programs to reduce the burden of poverty.

Duties and Responsibilities

Community Sensitization Meetings

• Conduct Chlorine Dispenser awareness meetings with community members through appropriate forums such as schools, chief barazas, community health meetings etc
• Refresher training to dispenser promoters and community on Dispenser usage and health benefits.

Data Management

• Collect data from program water points with Chlorine Dispensers, community members, promoters etc. and submission using ODK
• Performing data checks (both hard and soft copies), back checks and providing immediate/future remedies/suggestions
• Working with data trackers at the office level in collaboration with the area coordinator and the field leads in charge

Planning Field Activities

• Work closely with the area coordinator/associate coordinator in developing weekly/ monthly work plans for community service assistants.
• Organize required logistical support such as transport, vehicle/motorbike fueling and other necessary fields tools/materials such as surveys etc.
• Other assignments as allocated by the supervisor.

Requirements
Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Management, Community work (social/health), Project planning & management or equivalent.
• Computer Literacy is a requirement
• Motorcycle riding experience with a valid driving license from a recognized driving school will be an added advantage.
• The applicants should be able to communicate well in English, Kiswahili
• Should have finished school not more than a year as of the date of the advertisement.

Required Competencies and Attributes

• High level of integrity and stewardship
• Passion to work in a rural community setting and willingness to use a motorcycle in the field.
• Flexible mindset and willingness to switch to other activities on short notice due to timelines and urgency
• Self-driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate well within the organization and with the rural communities and local leaders.
• 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.