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

In Nigeria, Evidence Action has a strong track record of delivering high-quality TA for health programs. Evidence Action has supported Nigeria's national school-based deworming program since 2016, currently reaching 6 million children annually across five states. In partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Evidence Action has also conducted pilots of multiple micronutrient supplementation (MMS) and intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in school-age children (IPTsc).

Small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements (SQ-LNS) are a WHO-recommended intervention to prevent malnutrition. Evidence shows that SQ-LNS prevents stunting and wasting and can reduce child mortality by 24%. Evidence Action is supporting the Nigerian government's rollout of SQ-LNS to children 6-18 months of age living in areas with elevated mortality and malnutrition.

We are recruiting one State Coordinator per state. Each successful candidate will provide technical assistance (TA) for the rollout of SQ-LNS in one high burden state only: Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Plateau, and Sokoto.

The State Coordinator will support program planning and management, supply chain activities, training, and community sensitization at the state level.

Role Summary:

Role Type: Temporary Hire

Duration: 12 months with possibility of extension

Location: Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Plateau, and Sokoto.

Duties and responsibilities:

We are seeking State Coordinators (one per state) to support state governments with the rollout of the SQ-LNS program. State Coordinators will work closely with relevant state officials to strengthen program planning, implementation, and monitoring This position is based in the respective state capital. State Coordinators will be responsible for the following activities:

 

Program Planning and Coordination

Coordinate with state Ministry of Health, Primary Health Care Development Agency, and other relevant government departments on operational planning and effective implementation of the SQ-LNS program Coordinate and collaborate with other SQ-LNS partners and implementing organizations active in the stateSupport state officials to develop a comprehensive SQ-LNS operational plan aligned with national guidelines and state contextMonitor implementation of state-level workplans and identify and resolve bottlenecksSupport state officials to use the national SQ-LNS allocation tool for geographic targeting and quantification for SQ-LNS programmingFacilitate state- and LGA-level planning, review, and dissemination meetings with government stakeholderFacilitate engagement with the state government for resource allocation for the procurement of SQ-LNS and sustained program delivery

 

Training

Organize the state and healthcare worker training cascade in coordination with state officials and partnersSupport development of state-specific training materials as neededMonitor implementation of training activities at state, LGA, and facility levels

 

Supply Chain Support

Support state officials to develop supply chain protocols and distribution plansConduct remote monitoring to ensure SQ-LNS supplies are delivered to LGA warehouses and health facilities in accordance with the approved distribution plan, and flag stockouts or supply chain bottlenecksCoordinate with state officials on quantification and forecasting of SQ-LNS suppliesSupport resource mobilization efforts to sustain and expand SQ-LNS coverage in the state

 

Community Engagement and Sensitization

Ensure distribution of information, education, and communication (IEC) materials as plannedCoordinate community-level engagement workshops to promote awareness of SQ-LNS

 

Monitoring and Evaluation

Collaborate with the zonal MLE personnel to oversee implementation of independent monitoring and coverage surveys by contracted survey firmsUndertake periodic monitoring visits to LGAs and health facilities (as needed and as security allows)Share findings and recommendations with state officials and Evidence Action program management