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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 well-being 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 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 The Zonal Coordinator, TA, will report to the State Manager, Safe Water Operations, and will be required to work in close coordination with various team members from the State and Field teams. The ZC, TA will be responsible for leading and training a team of Field and District Coordinators in charge of providing technical support to government officials on the implementation of our Safe Water program. The ZC, TA will oversee the installation, operation, and coordination of their designated water treatment sites, as well as community engagement activities around them, ensuring smooth and efficient stakeholder engagement. The ZC, TA will also be responsible for maintaining robust, updated, and high-quality internal information management systems to provide accurate and timely program recommendations. Responsibilities Field Team Coordination and Monitoring (40%) Coordinate a team of Field and District Coordinators responsible for government advocacy and capacity building, direct coordination of the different stakeholders involved, and communication of progress and challenges to leadership Implement systems that enable Field and District Coordinators to perform their government advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and project implementation duties Train Field and Districts Coordinators on capacity building around our Safe Water program so they can train their respective government officials at the district and subdistrict levels Carry out field visits to intervention locations to provide program and technical support as needed Data Management and Analysis (40%) Serve as the primary user of our program's internal information management systems to keep leadership informed about progress and challenges in their respective geographic area Analyze data collected from the Field to inform decision-making and support the development and review of program activities on at least a weekly basis to identify and correct performance issues Collaboratively work with the State Manager, Safe Water Operations, to develop and manage program work plans and timelines to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables for internal and external purposes Stakeholder Engagement (20%) Ensure Field and District Coordinators are coordinating appropriately with external stakeholders to meet activity targets as per timelines and troubleshoot when escalation is necessary Engage with vendors and other stakeholders in a limited capacity if required and escalate to State teams if deemed necessary Requirements Essential Minimum 8+ years of experience working with national/international organizations, particularly on program delivery and technical assistance Experience with proven increasing responsibilities in project management, program operations, and scaling strategies. Graduate degrees in those domains are preferred Strong ability to use internal information management systems for analytical, decision-making, and monitoring purposes Experience handling geographically dispersed teams and holding them accountable to target timelines. Preference for strong knowledge of public sector (preferably Water) systems, structures, and programs Experience conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) modules to build the capacities of staff in charge of providing technical assistance to government officials Experience overseeing complex program operations Strong communication skills in English and Telugu Willingness to travel at least 30% of the time Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. Position Location This role is based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Indian employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in India for roles based in India. Benefits EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees. Benefits include: Comprehensive health insurance with IPD and OPD provisions, Life and Accidental insurance, PF, ESIC, and Gratuity as per statutory requirements Generous leave, Avenues for engagement and recognition Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the individual's credentials, experience, and previous pay scale. All employment 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. All candidates applying for the position should upload a resume along with a cover letter mentioning their current and expected salary. Note: This role will be open for applications until 24 June 2025. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. Show more Show less
