Evidence Action aims to be a world leader in scaling evidence-based and cost-effective programs to reduce the burden of poverty in some of the poorest places. Our large-scale, evidence-based programs are rigorously evaluated to ensure they reach the greatest amount of people in the most cost-effective ways. No matter what the position, each member of our team takes solace in the notion that the hard work we do does in fact make its intended impact. Collectively, our at-scale initiatives measurably reach over 280 million people annually, and we continuously seek dedicated and mission-driven people to help advance this rare, and large-scale, global impact.

Are you passionate about data and evidence? Do you want to ensure your talents and skills are directly applied to programs that generate meaningful and long-lasting impact? Then Evidence Action is the place for you.

Background on the program

Syphilis among pregnant women is a highly neglected but addressable problem, responsible for more than 300,000 serious adverse outcomes annually (stillbirth, neonatal death, and congenital syphilis). Nearly all of these adverse outcomes can be prevented inexpensively and easily if women are tested and treated during antenatal care visits. The recent development and WHO pre-qualification of an affordable rapid dual diagnostic test for HIV and syphilis has made it possible to achieve near universal testing and treatment for governments that choose to deploy this test at antenatal clinics. Evidence Action is launching a new maternal syphilis program in Liberia and will be providing technical assistance to the Government of Liberia and the National AIDS and STI Control Program (NACP) in scaling up this intervention.

Duties and responsibilities

The Senior Associate will be providing direct support to the Liberia Country Manager. This role is responsible for supporting planning for and implementation of all activities for the Maternal Syphilis program. The position requires strong program management, analytical, and communication skills. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of the Liberian health sector and actors. Strong candidates will have demonstrated ability to:

• Participate in program strategy meetings with key government partners and support implementation of program activities
• Assist in the development of training materials, curriculum, and mentorship and supervision tools for roll out of the dual HIV/syphilis test
• Support planning for and the implementation of a training of trainers cascade model
• Communicate with county based master trainers and facility providers and document implementation successes and challenges
• Collaborate with relevant supply chain stakeholders to quantify commodities for program implementation and assist in the mitigation of supply chain challenges
• Conduct field visits at facilities with NACP (e.g. review facility ledgers, discuss implementation with health facility providers, observe master trainers during onsite training and mentorship and supervision activities)
• Assist in regular monitoring and evaluation of program activities such as analyzing supply and service delivery data
• Develop reports and presentations
• Provide ongoing and regular support to NACP and other key partners as needed in coordination with the Country Manager
• Other tasks, as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, international development, public health, economics, business, or related field
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in demanding and results-driven environments
• Experience working in the Liberian health sector
• Strong program management, technical skills, and strategic planning with experience in project design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills

• Ability to work on a team and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Oral and written English fluency
• Ability to legally work in Liberia

Equal Opportunity Statement

Evidence Action does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, 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.