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 800+ 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.
The Role
You will oversee Evidence Action’s new In-Line Chlorination Innovation Team, under the Safe Water Now Program. Evidence Action's Safe Water Now program provides access to safe drinking water across Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, and India through water chlorination. Backed by rigorous research showing chlorination can reduce child mortality by more than 20%, safe water is one of the most cost-effective health interventions globally.
The program's newest intervention, In-Line Chlorination (ILC), automatically treats water as it flows through piped systems, requiring less behavior change from end users than existing solutions. As ILC scales up, core questions remain about how to optimize device performance, reduce operational costs, and strengthen community engagement. Answering these questions well will shape whether ILC can become a scalable, cost-effective model reaching millions more people. Evidence Action is investing in a dedicated Innovation team to find those answers.
You will lead that effort. Based in Mbale, Uganda, you will hire and build a dedicated team and run rapid field pilots to test the most promising improvements to the ILC model. Where pilots succeed, you will ensure those innovations are scaled across the portfolio and into future geographies. The role sits at the intersection of Evidence Action's Uganda country team, the Regional team in Kenya, and the Global team in the United States, with visibility and input from program leadership at every level.
Direct Reports
Responsibilities
Managing Rapid Field Activities: Design and execute short, focused field pilots that produce clear recommendations on whether innovations should be scaled into the broader ILC program
Technical Ownership of ILC: Serve as a technical owner of ILC device performance and design, working closely with Evidence Action engineering teams across the region
Prioritization and Planning: Contribute to prioritizing which innovations to test and in what sequence, working closely with the Global and Regional program teams
Documentation and Knowledge Capture: Ensure pilot results, operational learnings, and technical decisions are systematically documented to inform the ILC operational handbook and new geography playbook
Coordination with Country, Regional, and Global Teams: Manage the interface between the Innovation team and the Uganda country team, including clear communication on scope, timeline, and device management changes
Key Performance Indicators
Requirements
Position Location
This role will be based in Mbale, Uganda, with regular travel to field sites.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of Uganda employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Uganda for roles based in Uganda.
Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis.
Benefits
Evidence Action provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees worldwide*. Benefits include: