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.

• Our Deworm the World program has delivered over 2 billion treatments, significantly reducing worm prevalence and generating more than $23 billion in lifetime productivity gains.
• Through Safe Water Now, we’ve saved the lives of over 15,000 children.
• Our Accelerator explores untapped opportunities in global health, testing low-cost interventions with the greatest potential to save and improve lives.

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

Job Purpose

The Financial Assistant will provide essential clerical support to the Finance Department in Kampala. This temporary position will help bridge the staffing gap while ensuring continuity and timeliness in financial documentation and administrative tasks. The role is designed to meet urgent clerical needs for a period of 4 months.

Reports to: Associate, Accountant

Direct Reports: None

Duties and responsibilities:

• Clerical Support: Assist in daily finance department clerical tasks including sorting, scanning, and filing financial documents.
• Returns Review: Support the review and preparation of monthly financial returns for submission and audit readiness.
• Vendor Management: Aid in retrieving vendor receipts, tracking missing documents, and conducting local vendor visits as needed.
• Document Organization: Ensure proper documentation, labelling, and archiving of all finance-related paperwork.
• Support During FO Absence: Provide local support to ensure finance tasks are uninterrupted during absence of any Field Finance Officers.
• General Administrative Tasks: Providing general administrative support to the finance team.
• Any other related duty assigned.

• Undergraduate degree in accounting/finance or equivalent or Professional Accounting qualification

• At least 1 year Experience working in accounting (not-for-profit accounting preferred)
• Computer fluency; highly competent using Microsoft Excel and other MS applications
• Familiarity with computerized accounting systems
• Ability to gather facts and data, scrutinize with ease, determine a logical solution and resolve issues with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to handle challenging workload
• The highest level of integrity and commitment to prevent fraud

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all departments in the Regional
• Willingness to undertake occasional travel to the Country Offices for training, support and
• Experience working with colleagues based in complex country contexts would be an asset
• Local or international accounting qualification (completed or part-completed) desired

Working conditions

The Temporary Finance Assistant position is primarily an office-based role, involving work in a professional, urban office environment 95% of the time. The role entails working at a desk with computer-based tasks, including data entry, financial analysis, and report preparation using accounting software and Microsoft/Google Office applications. The position requires collaboration with various departments and may involve occasional travel to field offices for training or support, not exceeding 5% of the time.

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light office materials, such as files or stationery, weighing up to 5 kg

Position Location

The role will be based in Kampala, Uganda.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of Ugandan employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Uganda for roles based in Uganda.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Evidence Action does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

• Professional Development Opportunities (Skill Enhancement; Coaching & Mentoring; Networking)
• Career Advancement Potential (Resume Building; Pathway to Permanent Roles)
• Contribution to Meaningful Work (Social Impact)