Associate MLE, Field Operations Support , MLE - Delivery (6 months temporary)new

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 11 countries, our team of 900+ 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.

About the MLE - DeliveryMLE Delivery-Field Operations Team

The Field Operations / MLE team at Evidence Action Cameroon supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the organization's health programs. The team works closely with field teams, program staff, and external partners (including the Ministry of Health and MA Santé) to ensure high-quality data collection, timely reporting (including monthly DHIS2 submissions), and evidence-based decision-making, while maintaining close coordination between MLE and Programs to keep operations running smoothly. 

You will oversee day-to-day MLE and field operations activities — including data collection oversight, monthly DHIS2 reporting, data quality assurance, and coordination with the Programs team and external stakeholders such as MA Santé and the MOH — to ensure continuity and quality of Evidence Action's health program monitoring during the coverage period. You will report to the Field Operations MLE Senior Associate for oversight and escalation on key decisions, with no direct reports of your own in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Continuous Flow Survey (CFS) Support
  Contribute the development, review, and field-testing of CFS data collection tools and instruments
  Coordinate with program, field, and government teams for CFS planning and logistics
  Manage field-level CFS data collection activities, including deployment and supervision of data collectors
  Conduct real-time data quality checks during collection to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency
  Oversee data entry, cleaning, and validation post-collection
  Support the preparation of CFS findings and summary reports
  
  2. Routine MLE & Field Operations
  Conduct facility visits, supportive supervision activities, and field monitoring exercises
  Collect and verify routine program data from health facilities and program partners
  Ensure correct use of program tools, registers, and documentation systems at facility level
  Compile monthly and quarterly program reports for internal and external stakeholders
  Update and maintain internal monitoring dashboards and tracking tools
  Document field observations, challenges, lessons learned, and best practices
  
  3. Data Quality Assurance
  Implement data quality assurance protocols, including cross-checking registers, reports, and databases
  Identify and escalate data discrepancies or quality issues in a timely manner
  Support data validation processes to ensure program data meets required standards
  
  4. Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
  Liaise with health facility staff, government partners, and program teams on MLE-related activities
  Represent the MLE function in relevant coordination meetings and reviews
  Provide regular updates to the WCA Field Operations MLE Manager on activity progress and emerging issues
  Support handover processes at the start and end of the engagement
  
  

Evidence Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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Requirements

Requirements

• -Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Demography, or a related field
  -Minimum 2–3 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring and evaluation, field operations, or public health programs
  -Demonstrated experience independently managing M&E activities, including data collection, quality assurance, and reporting
  -Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (essential); experience with DHIS2, KoboToolbox, ODK, or similar electronic data collection platforms is strongly preferred
  -Experience working with national health programs or in collaboration with government partners is an advantage
  -Good written and verbal communication skills in English and French; bilingualism (English–French) is strongly preferred given Cameroon's national context

Benefits

Benefits

Evidence Action provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees worldwide*. Benefits include:

• Avenues for engagement and recognition.
• This is a temporary engagement and has limited benefits