Field Officer

GiveDirectly Inc

Kaliro District, Uganda
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Lulamogi language proficiency mandatory
Lugwere language proficiency required
Digital data entry using commcare or salesforce
** GiveDirectly Inc is seeking a Field Officer for a short-term contract in the Kaliro District of Uganda. The role involves executing cash transfer surveys and activities to support the organization’s mission of providing direct cash grants to those living in extreme poverty. **

Job Summary

  • The Field Officer plays a critical role in delivering GiveDirectly's gold-standard cash transfer product to donors and recipients through field activities.
  • Responsibilities include conducting village barazas, executing household census surveys, managing registration processes, and handling adverse event case management.
  • GiveDirectly fosters a candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while supporting high ownership and flexibility.

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Match Score: 75

** GiveDirectly Inc is seeking a Field Officer for a short-term contract in the Kaliro District of Uganda. The role involves executing cash transfer surveys and activities to support the organization’s mission of providing direct cash grants to those living in extreme poverty. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lulamogi language proficiency mandatory
  • Lugwere language proficiency required
  • Digital data entry using Commcare or Salesforce
  • Experience working with vulnerable communities
  • Physical fitness for difficult terrain and weather

Nice-to-have

  • Empathy and high standards of integrity
  • Patience in resolving recipient problems
  • Strong interest in non-hierarchical culture
  • Previous humanitarian sector experience preferred

Key Requirements

  • Minimum bachelor's degree in relevant fields
  • At least 1 year of humanitarian sector experience
  • 1-2 years minimum field experience with vulnerable communities
  • Mandatory Lulamogi language requirement
  • Proficiency with mobile device data entry tools

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