# Senior Associate, Programmes NGO Job Evidence Action Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/senior-associate-programmes-ngo-job-evidence-action Company: Evidence Action Category: NGO, Non-Profit & Development Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-17 Expires: 2026-11-01 ## Job Description Project Management Jobs. Evidence Action Jobs. Senior Associate, Programmes supporting Kenya’s Deworm the World Initiative in delivering the national STH/SCH programme’s transition to targeted treatment and surveillance, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Project Management with 3-5 years program implementation experience, in an international NGO environment, on-site role. The Role - Supports Kenya’s Deworm the World Initiative in delivering the national STH/SCH programme’s transition to targeted treatment, surveillance, and government-led control. The role manages programme workstreams spanning epidemiological classification, targeted Mass drug Administration, surveillance and early-warning response, drug supply chains, and health systems strengthening; provides technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and county systems; and supports the handover of routine functions. The Senior Associate also ensures effective delivery of school-based deworming where indicated, using programme data and field insights to guide planning, resolve uncertainties, and strengthen evidence-led implementation. ### Duties & Responsibilities - Coordinate targeted treatment, surveillance, classification, and related programme workstreams in line with national STH/SCH guidance. - Provide day-to-day technical assistance to government counterparts and support planning, coordination, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and partner meetings. - Review programme plans, guidelines, SOPs, and reports; document implementation challenges, lessons, and recommendations. - Maintain and update county/IU classification and surveillance data, support impact assessments and field surveillance, and facilitate timely notify–verify–investigate–respond actions. - Ensure accurate flow of classification, surveillance, coverage, and treatment data into KHIS, eCHIS, IDB, and other reporting systems. - Support JAP/JRSM submissions, drug quantification, delivery monitoring, redistribution, and supply-chain reporting in collaboration with MoH and KEMSA. - Coordinate county advocacy, training cascades, community mobilization, MDA scheduling, field supervision, and implementation monitoring. - Ensure MDA occurs only where indicated, monitor coverage, dosing, compliance, adverse events, and implementation fidelity, and escalate critical issues promptly. - Train and supervise data collectors and field teams, maintain accurate programme records, and support post-MDA reconciliation and reporting. - Support evidence and classification documentation for national reporting and validation processes, including EPHP requirements, and undertake other assigned duties. Key Performance Indicators - Timely, complete, and accurate programme reports and government technical assistance. - Accurate and timely JAP/JRSM submissions aligned with current classification and treatment needs. - Timely drug delivery monitoring, redistribution, and resolution of supply issues. - Training and targeted MDA activities completed on schedule and according to guidance. - Same-day escalation of severe adverse events and confirmed surveillance signals. - Timely collection, cleaning, validation, and reporting of programme data. - Timely root-cause analysis of unexpected MLE variations and actionable feedback to government. - Accurate, up-to-date county/IU classification records maintained within agreed timelines. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Project Management, or related field. - 3–5 years of program implementation experience. - Proven teamwork, cross-cultural, and interpersonal skills. - Experience collaborating with government stakeholders. - Strong multitasking, time management, and communication skills. - Adaptable, collaborative, and constructively involved in organizational development. - Detail-oriented, accurate, reliable, flexible, and proactive. - Proficient in standard office software and web research. - Discreet with confidential matters. - Humble, self-reflective, and possesses a sense of humor. - Willingness to build working knowledge of surveillance-based and classification-driven programme design as the NSBDP transitions from broad MDA delivery toward targeted treatment and government-owned control. Benefits Evidence Action provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees worldwide*. Benefits include: - Comprehensive health insurance (medical cover for self and dependents) - Pension/Retirement savings options - Paid leave - Avenues for engagement and recognition ### How to Apply Click Here to Apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.