Research Associate (Monitoring and Evaluation), Community Outreach Division

SCOPE / PURPOSE OF JOB / JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

ABOUT THE UNIT

Cancer Research Malaysia is the country’s only independent non-profit cancer research organization, focused on conducting impactful research on cancers common in Asians and delivering evidence-based solutions to reduce the cancer burden in Malaysia.

The purpose of the Community Outreach Unit at Cancer Research Malaysia is to reduce the burden of late-stage cancer through cancer prevention and early detection, delivered via innovative community-based programmes.

By working in close partnership with government hospitals, NGOs, and local communities, the Unit also supports patients in navigating complex healthcare systems—enhancing access to timely diagnosis and ensuring compliance to treatment. Through these efforts, we aim to close the cancer care gap and improve outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.

SCOPE / PURPOSE OF JOB

The Community Outreach Research Unit is looking for a dynamic and motivated Research Associate (Monitoring and Evaluation). Under the overall guidance of the Head of the Community Outreach Unit, the Research Associate will be responsible for monitoring and enhancing the performance of systems established for the routine collection of data, establishing a framework for programme monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely inputs and reports; and for ensuring that the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities meet the planned milestones in a cost-effective and timely manner. The Research Associate works in close collaboration with the Donor Engagement team for preparation and submission of reports to appropriate stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and enhance the performance of systems established to collect data (such as the Joget system), including :

Being responsible for ensuring data collection completeness, and analysis of different data in relation to the project activities

Monitor all project activities, expenditures and progress towards achieving the project output;

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

At least a Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, implementation science, data science, health informatics, or a related field with strong emphasis on data analytics

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project monitoring and evaluation, preferably in health or development sectors

Understanding of M&E methodologies, qualitative and quantitative research approaches

#J-18808-Ljbffr