Intern, Program

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.

The Role

This position will support the Deworm the World (DtW) program implementation in Lagos state. Working closely with the Senior Program Manager South West zone, the intern will support and contribute to the smooth execution of program activities in the state while contributing to other assigned zonal related tasks and duties remotely.

The Volunteer will be a fast learner and flexible individual who is able to multi-task and complete assigned tasks timely. S/he will have strong interpersonal skills, and a good team spirit to function well in a matrix environment and openness to learn how to engage with difficult stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Program Implementation and Support

• Support program-related meetings and training at all levels.
• Support the smooth implementation and roll-out of the program activity cascade during each round of school deworming in Lagos State.
• Support documentation of program meetings and training reports and communications such as success stories, case studies etc.
• Maintain close attention to detail to ensure that program timelines are adhered to and all milestones, such as training, meetings, and distribution of materials are supported on time.
• Work collaboratively with other team members - operations, finance, and MLE to resolve program-related requests such as training needs requests, failed payments etc.
• Support timely collation, validation and submission of treatment data after each program activity in the state.
• Support the state team with timely retirement of all deworming activity, deliverables and payments in Lagos state.
• Perform any other program-related duties and tasks as may be required and assigned by the Senior Program Manager.

Key performance Indicators

Assigned program activities and tasks completed on time and as planned.

• HND or Bachelor’s degree in any related field
• 1 year related work experience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Must be a fast learner with strong multitasking ability
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads
• Tech-savvy
• Team player who is eager to join a fast-paced, growing and diverse team with a start-up atmosphere
• Alignment with Evidence Action values

Position Location

This position will be based in Lagos State.

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