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

Building on recent successes with water programming in Uganda, Evidence Action is now looking to pilot a new program in Uganda from our Accelerator: Reading Glasses for Adults. The goal of this pilot is to learn how to distribute reading glasses to target populations in the most efficient and cost effective manner. This pilot will have two different distribution models that we will be learning from: (1) distributing reading glasses through Village Health Teams (VHTs) and (2) distributing reading glasses through Evidence Action’s existing chlorine distribution activities. 

This pilot aims to improve vision services in the community by increasing access to reading glasses. The Reading Glasses Pilot Coordinator will manage the Reading Glasses pilot activities in the program area, working closely with the Program manager while leading the implementation team to achieve the pilot goals. 

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Coordinator position is a key field management role for the Reading Glasses pilot. The Coordinator plays an important role in leading program implementation & management at the field level to coordinate day-of logistics for approximately 20 distribution events per week. He/She will coordinate across the pilot team to deliver the various activities and outputs of the pilot to communities targeted by the pilot intervention.

This position is both an office and field-based position. The role requires 60% time in the office and 40% in the field.

Note this is a Temporary Position - 6 months

Direct reports

The incumbent will not have administrative supervisory responsibilities but will provide technical supervision and support to Program Implementation Officers working with the reading glasses pilot.

Responsibilities 

This position requires a highly motivated individual who exhibits strong technical and leadership qualities, is results driven and oriented and with sound judgment, passionate and subscribes to the mission and the vision of Evidence Action.

The incumbent responsibilities include:

Lead and Coordinate Trainings:

Train personnel on appropriate client interactions, data collection, and protocols Schedule training sessions and ensure attendance compliance Arrange training venues, materials, and equipment Coordinate with relevant health professionals for specialized training Assess trainee competency through practical evaluations Address concerns or challenges related to screening procedures Report on training effectiveness and recommend improvements

Logistic & Distribution Event Coordination:

Lead the planning and coordination of approximately 20 reading glasses distribution events per week Assist field personnel with the execution of events and management of supplies Manage event budgets and track expenses  Prepare reports on event success and areas for improvement

Stakeholder Engagement & Awareness Activities

Support/Lead engagements with District Local leadership, other relevant government leaders, relevant Civil Society Organizations, local communities and all other relevance and ensure that they fully buy in and participate in reading glasses pilot activities. Collaborate with other Evidence Action departments and program teams, providing technical guidance and support supervision to the officers implementing the pilot Share updates with relevant government leaders on the progress of the pilot Develop context appropriate, tailored messaging around distribution events and training Coordinate with district health officers and other external local actors to align on messaging and information campaigns. Execute information dissemination campaign through radio, text, town criers etc.  Ensure cultural and language accessibility for all messaging.

Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation

Ensure efficient and effective program data collection, administration and management in collaboration with Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation (MLE) department  for various pilot activities. 

Stock Monitoring and Management

Assess reading glasses quantity needs based on expected event turnout and screening procedures Develop an inventory management plan to track stock levels before, during, and after events Ensure proper storage of frames and lenses to prevent damage Allocate screening kits and supplies to implementation officers

Key performance Indicators

Project management: Smooth coordination and execution of all components of the project from training to endline data collection. Data management: Excellent and quality data management for program performance reports. Distribution events are successfully executed as per program design Distribution teams are coordinated effectively with productive feedback loops Optimal stakeholder engagement from district to community level.