MERL Consultant

The MERL Consultant will:

• Manage routine monitoring systems using DHIS2 and Looker Studio to ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and completeness
• Support field-based data collection activities, including troubleshooting mobile data collection tools and ensuring data quality assurance
• Enter, clean, validate, and maintain datasets in ODK databases while ensuring data integrity
• Translate data into actionable insights for program learning and decision-making through analytical reports and dashboards

This role creates positive change by strengthening health systems in Ethiopia through improved monitoring, evaluation, and learning, ultimately helping to bring critical primary care services to remote communities and save lives.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Epidemiology, Health Informatics, Data Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in MERL activities, preferably in community health, primary care, or health systems strengthening programs
• Hands-on experience with digital health data systems including ODK/KoboToolbox, DHIS2, and Looker Studio
• Experience supporting field data collection, data quality assurance, and coordination with field teams
• Strong skills in ethical data management including IRB processes, confidentiality, and compliance with research standards
• Proficiency in Amharic strongly preferred

Compensation and contract details:

• Estimated fees: $1000 - $1300 per month (tied to deliverables)
• Project duration: 4-5 months
• Anticipated start date: February 2026

Last Mile Health saves lives in the world's most remote communities by partnering with governments to bring critical primary care services to the doorsteps of people living in the last mile. The organization works in Ethiopia, Ghana, Liberia, Malawi, Uganda, and Sierra Leone.