This position is with EAII Advisors, Evidence Action's technical partner in India.
About EAII
EAII Advisors, Evidence Action’s technical partner in India, supports state governments in delivering evidence-based public health programs, including safe drinking water initiatives and school and Anganwadi-based National Deworming Day and iron and folic acid supplementation. Operating across 10 states, EAII Advisors provides technical assistance to ministries of health, education, water, and women and child development, reducing health burdens in impoverished communities and improving the long-term wellbeing of children and families.
For more information, read about our work here: About Evidence Action and EAII
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 11 countries, our team of 900+ 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
You will report to the District Consultant and collaborate closely with various team members from the state team as well as the District Consultant. Your role involves supporting the District Consultant and the ISW Operations Team in executing our India Safe Water Program at both the block and Gram Panchayat levels, while also assisting in enhancing the implementation of the In Line Chlorination (ILC) Program.
You will oversee the installation, operation, and coordination of their designated ILC sites within their assigned blocks. You will also be responsible for coordinating with the government to train functionaries at the block and Panchayat levels, as well as directly managing the various stakeholders involved, including pump operators and local technicians, while accurately reporting progress and challenges to the District Consultant.
Responsibilities
Project Implementation and Technical Support (50%)
- Provide technical and coordination support to the DC across all phases of the program, starting from water point verification/identification, device installation and calibration, device operations, and coordination with contracted vendors.
- Conduct regular field visits to verify accuracy of doser installation, correct dosing practices, pump operator competency, and community acceptance.
- Travel to multiple locations in allocated regions for around minimum 15 working days in a month, following our guidelines and program requirements.
- Facilitate access to ILC sites for suppliers, contractors, consultants, information management firms, and organizational leadership.
- Work with the DC to manage and facilitate the collection of program monitoring data, which includes:
- Collect and validate regular dosing records and Chlorine (FCR and TCR) test results at source and HH level.
- Maintain logbooks on device functionality and Technician/pump operator compliance.
- Fill out survey forms during routine site visits and supporting coordination with contracted data collection firms.
Stakeholder Engagement and Field Coordination (30%)
- Coordinate the smooth participation of the different stakeholders in the field, such as contracted vendors, community leaders, and community members.
- Support the DC in holding suppliers and contractors accountable for work, agreements, and warranties under contract at the site level.
- Perform all responsibilities as assigned from time to time by the DC, coordinate with other colleagues, and support other program staff.
- Engage with vendors/manufacturers for device-level troubleshooting as directed by the DC.
Capacity Building (20%)
- Train and build capacity of block and GP functionaries, including Junior Engineers (JE) and Assistant Engineers (AE), to take over the program implementation.
- Assist the block and GP functionaries in establishing water quality policies and tools and support in establishing sustainable implementation.
- Maintain good working relationships with officials of the block and GP functionaries administration and become a respected resource. Their interactions with these officials will be supervised and require approvals from the District Consultant and the state office.
- Represent EAII in engagement with contractors and including those focused on community engagement as they inform communities and local populations of the installed ILC devices.
- Lead ILC training and sensitizations for Gram Panchayat (GP) functionaries, local stakeholders, water service committees, site personnel (Pump Operators), contracted vendors, and communities.
- Support the DC to inform a final recommendation and report to the state-level government and Jal Jeevan Mission on the performance and efficacy of the ILC technologies in their designated intervention points.
- Experience in collaboration with government officials of Water or Health at Field, district, and block levels
- Graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma or higher plus 2-5 years of experience in the development sector preferably in the field of Water, Public Health, Sanitation, and Hygiene with government or NGOs
- Communication skills in Odia (preferred), Hindi and English. Understanding of local dialects following district will also be a required asset
- Demonstrated experience working with and managing suppliers and contractors
- Multitasking and Computer & MS Office Proficiency
- Experience in program implementation at district, block, and community levels
- A valid driving license and a vehicle (2/4 Wheeler). (Please note that the organization will not provide any dedicated vehicle following the policy. Consultants will make arrangements for their own vehicles).Travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the organization's reimbursement policies.
- Computer skills, MS Office
Desirable
- Experience with the functionaries and process of the PHED/ RWSS system
- Experience capacity-building government stakeholders at the district level and below
- Experience managing presentations and reports consisting of varied data sets
Disclaimer: The job description provided above is a general outline of the typical responsibilities and requirements for the role. It can be adjusted or extended according to the particular requirements and framework of the organization.
Engagement : You will be in a consultancy arrangement initially for six (6) month , with the possibility of extension up to One (1) year based on performance.
Position Location : This role is located in either Nayagarh or Jagatsinghpur, Odisha. Kindly indicate your preferred location while submitting your application.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Indian employment visa at this time. Candidates applying for positions located in India must have legal authorization to work within the country.
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the individual's credentials, experience, and previous pay scale.
All contracting arrangements will be made through EAII Advisors Private Limited. EAII is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at EAII is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. EAII does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, caste, creed, colour, religion, gender, origin, disability, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.
Note: This role will be open for applications until April 24, 2026. Please apply at your earliest convenience. We may close this search earlier than the specified date if we find the right fit. Due to the volume of applications received, we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidate
