Senior Manager - New Program Development
Quick answer
Evidence Action is hiring a Senior Manager to lead the development of new health programs in Abuja, Nigeria, with a hybrid work schedule and up to 25% international travel, focusing on rigorous evidence assessment and stakeholder alignment.
- Role
- Senior Manager - New Program Development
- Organization
- Evidence Action
- Location
- Abuja, Nigeria (Hybrid working arrangement with up to 25% international travel)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
Evidence Action is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the development of new health programs through the Accelerator's stage-gate process, focusing on rigorous evidence assessment, cost-effectiveness modeling, and stakeholder alignment.
What you'll do
- Own a portfolio of pipeline interventions, end to end.
- Interrogate the evidence with honesty.
- Model impact and cost-effectiveness under uncertainty.
- Design and run decision-relevant learning.
- Build the case and align stakeholders.
- Collaborate across Evidence Action.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree and 6-10 years of experience in quant social science, program management, international development, or global health in a cross-country setting.
- Ability to read primary research and study design critically.
- Experience in building or rigorously interpreting cost-effectiveness, epidemiological, or statistical models.
- Experience in designing lean learning activities.
- Experience working in an international setting and working with diverse teams.
- Strong communication and engagement skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive health insurance, Pension/Retirement savings options, Paid leave, Avenues for engagement and recognition
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Abuja, Nigeria, with a hybrid work schedule and up to 25% international travel.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the individual’s credentials, experience, and internal pay scale.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 6-10 years of experience, critical reading of research, cost-effectiveness modeling, lean learning design, international experience, and strong communication skills.
How do I apply?
Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis, and the role will close by 2nd September 2026.
What are the benefits?
Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, pension/retirement savings options, paid leave, and avenues for engagement and recognition.
How to apply
Apply directly on Evidence Action's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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