Job Title: Livelihoods and Skills Development Expert Location: Uttar Pradesh (with fieldwork and remote work components) Engagement: Consultant Duration: As per project requirements - 6 months to 1 year. Expected Start Date: August 2025 About the Assignment We are seeking Livelihoods and Skills Development experts to join as consultants for an upcoming project aimed at strengthening women's empowerment and resilience in Mint farming communities. The project is expected to directly benefit smallholder farmers by enhancing production systems and strengthening social capital, while contributing to a comprehensive transformation of the mint farming sector in Uttar Pradesh, India. The project aims to adopt a holistic approach to reduce the living income gap by integrating economic, social and environmental interventions. It empowers women through leadership development, entrepreneurship, and collective action while addressing systemic gender norms through sensitisation and capacity-building efforts. Key Responsibilities The consultant will play a critical role in the following activities; Contributes to a diagnostic study for women's skill gap and market demand for green enterprises Facilitate business incubation models and mentor the training sessions for women-led business enterprises. To develop a market linkages strategy for women-led enterprises. Foster partnerships with public and/or private sector training programs/ institutions and financial agencies for skill building and linkage support. Coordinate closely with the project team and field teams to arrive at a sound Survey strategy for data collection to identify interventions. Quality checks for the survey data and processing to develop robust analysis. Contributes to Knowledge Management Required Qualifications and Experience (Must Have) Master's in Rural Development, Social Work, Agriculture, Development Studies, Economics, or equivalent Proficiency in English and in Hindi languages Minimum 6 years of experience in Rural Development Min. 4 years of experience in micro enterprise for Livelihood promotion with state/ national level agencies. Must have worked for at least 1 year in Uttar Pradesh Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.
Job Title: Gender Expert - Rural Households & Women-Led Enterprises Location: Uttar Pradesh (with fieldwork and remote work components) Engagement: Consultant Duration: As per project requirements - 6 months to 1 year. Expected Start Date: August 2025 About the Assignment We are seeking Gender experts to join as consultants for an upcoming project aimed at strengthening women's empowerment and resilience in Mint farming communities. The project is expected to directly benefit smallholder farmers by enhancing production systems and strengthening social capital, while contributing to a comprehensive transformation of the mint farming sector in Uttar Pradesh, India. The project aims to adopt a holistic approach to reduce the living income gap by integrating economic, social and environmental interventions. It empowers women through leadership development, entrepreneurship, and collective action while addressing systemic gender norms through sensitisation and capacity-building efforts. Key Responsibilities The consultant will play a critical role in the following activities; Conduct gender needs/gap assessments with project onboarded rural households and any existing women-led enterprises in the project area, and prepare a related market need and gap analysis. Coordinate closely with the project team and field teams to arrive at a sound survey strategy for data collection to identify interventions. Designing strategies for gender equality and women's empowerment, and implementing the same at the project level. Supporting the development of training programs as per the gender strategy for the project Support the data analysis team to ensure the collection of gender disaggregated data and preparation of project deliverables (reports, presentations etc.). Required Qualifications and Experience (Must Have) Master's in Gender Studies/ Social Development/ related fields Proficiency in English and B1 in Hindi languages Minimum 6 years of experience in gender equality or women's empowerment 3 years of experience in the implementation of gender mainstreaming and skill development Regional Experience - 1 year in Uttar Pradesh Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from pertinent previous assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.
About the Role We invite applications from dynamic professionals for the position of Project & Contract Management Expert . This is a key contractual role under the Affordable Healthcare Projects initiative, operating from the Project Management Unit (PMU) at the Department headquarters in Bhubaneswar. Expected Start Date: November 2025 Duration: 3 Years, as per project requirements You will play a central role in contract administration, project monitoring, stakeholder coordination, and compliance management for multiple PPP hospital projects across Odisha. Key Responsibilities Develop and administer contract management plans, including overseeing third-party and clinical contracts. Regularly monitor contractual obligations of both the Authority and PPP partners; advise on necessary actions. Track project performance using tools such as KPIs and dashboards. Ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and quality standards mentioned in the Concession Agreement. Promptly address non-compliance issues and coordinate corrective actions. Manage contract amendments/modifications and keep stakeholders informed. Handle rare contractual events (terminations, scope changes, change of law) and manage contract disputes/ breaches, utilising appropriate dispute resolution techniques. Support legal teams and Concessionaires to preempt and resolve conflicts. Implement best practices in contract management. Provide guidance in procurement processes, project monitoring, and management activities. Organize and facilitate project monitoring meetings with contractual stakeholders. Act as a liaison between Public Authority, Concessionaires, and other stakeholders. Support early dispute resolution and participate in mediation or arbitration as needed. Qualification & Experience Graduate with MBA/CA/ Construction Project Management/MFC/CFA/Master's of Healthcare Management/Administration. Minimum 10 years’ experience in Project Development, PPP Projects, or Contract Management for government-funded projects. Must have experience in contract management/PPP/public procurement/PMU for at least two government projects (one as Team Leader/Domain Specialist) in the last 7 years. Other Expectations This is a full-time, on-site role stationed at the state PMU, Health & Family Welfare Department, Bhubaneswar. Maximum 10 days leave per year. Willingness for interdepartmental coordination and outstation travel as required. Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills are necessary. Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.
About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Hospital Quality Expert (HQE) to serve as the Team Leader for quality assurance across four secondary-care hospitals being developed under the Affordable Healthcare Project. This pivotal position will ensure that hospital operations adhere to the highest standards of clinical quality, patient safety, and the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) compliance in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) environment. Key Responsibilities Develop comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for hospital operations in alignment with NABH standards; conduct Training of Trainers (ToTs) for project stakeholders. Monitor each hospital’s progress toward achieving and sustaining NABH accreditation; advise on corrective actions for non-conformities in audits. Conduct patient satisfaction surveys bi-annually using random sampling and established protocols as per project agreements. Oversee and coordinate quarterly site visits for quality checks across departments (OPD, IPD, diagnostics, emergency, surgery, and support services); supervise quality assurance activities of the monitoring team. Prepare and submit quarterly reports on KPI compliance, addressing performance gaps, and ensuring thorough documentation. Ensure strict adherence to protocols related to patient safety, infection control, biomedical waste management, and regulatory requirements. Engage in regular review of hospital policies/SOPs to ensure alignment with evolving best practices (NABH and beyond). Serve as the official representative for all quality communications with the Authority and Concessionaire, with delegated authority for approvals. Participate in periodic review meetings with project stakeholders, presenting audit findings and plans for quality improvement. Champion sustainability and safety initiatives. Coordinate and facilitate prompt resolution of quality, compliance, or dispute issues related to hospital operations. Essential Qualifications & Experience Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Hospital Management/Administration. Certification as an Internal Counsellor for NABH Standards by the Quality Council of India (QCI) or equivalent. Minimum 15 years of experience in successful NABH accreditation of multispecialty/super-speciality hospitals. Proven leadership in quality management at least three hospitals (minimum 100 beds each) in roles such as NABH Expert, Advisor, Consultant, or Manager within the past seven years. Deep knowledge of healthcare accreditation systems, SOP development, and quality benchmarking. Strong communication, training, and report writing skills. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and managing multi-disciplinary hospital teams. Preferred Attributes Prior experience implementing NABH standards in the Odisha context or other public healthcare projects. Experience with PPP hospital operations or government contracts is an added advantage. Contract Terms Location: Monitoring and coordination from Bhubaneswar (state HQ) with regular travel to districts covered. Duration: 3 years (extendable based on project requirements and performance). Reporting: Directly to the Project Management Unit Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.
DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT The consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) months on a full-time basis. About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Technical expert to serve as the Team Leader for an upcoming project for the state Fire Service Department tasked with formulating and implementing more sustainable and resilient fire risk management strategies and improving departmental operational safety. Key Responsibilities Comprehensive urban & rural fire risk assessment in the context of climate change and to define and analyse fire hazards, and establish priorities to improve preparedness. Gap analysis of the State’s general fire and emergency management capacity (including manpower, machinery & equipment, infrastructure, training, etc.) to identify any discrepancies between the current state and desired state of preparedness and to provide concrete recommendations to close the capacity gaps. To develop a State-level general fire management strategy and action plan that defines the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders, establishes coordination mechanisms, sets targets, and identifies budget needs for fire management activities. Prepare and submit quarterly reports on KPI compliance, addressing performance gaps, and ensuring thorough documentation. Serve as the official representative for all communications with the Authority and represent the team assigned for the project. Participate in periodic review meetings with project stakeholders, presenting audit findings and plans for quality improvement. Champion sustainability and safety initiatives. Coordinate and facilitate prompt resolution of quality, compliance, and resolve issues as related to the scope of the consulting services, as they arise. Essential Qualifications & Experience Graduate/Post Graduate in fire science, fire safety engineering, fire protection engineering, or equivalent from a recognised university. Minimum 15 years of experience in management of technical assistance in the given field (10 years of experience are acceptable if it includes experience as Director or Joint/Deputy Director or Chief Fire Officer, Incident Commander or Command Staff in a public Fire and Emergency Services) Minimum 7 years’ experience in the following areas: fire safety, fire risk assessment, fire risk mitigation, fire prevention, urban fire regulatory assessment, public outreach, etc Strong communication, capacity building training, and report-writing skills. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and managing multi-disciplinary project teams for the state government and international development organisation is required. Preferred Attributes Experience in the preparation of fire risk assessment reports, gap analysis reports, and strategy and business plan development reports. Project experience in implementing innovative fire risk mitigation technologies (within last five years) Contract Terms Location: Project Management and Team Lead function from Uttarakhand (state HQ) with regular travel to the districts covered. Duration: The consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) months Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.
DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT The consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) months on a full-time basis. About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Technical expert in fire safety/fire risk assessment/fire risk mitigation/fire prevention and urban fire regulatory assessment for an upcoming project for the state Fire Service Department tasked with formulating and implementing more sustainable and resilient fire risk management strategies and improving departmental operational safety. Key Responsibilities Comprehensive urban & rural fire risk assessment in the context of climate change and to define and analyse fire hazards, and establish priorities to improve preparedness. Gap analysis of the State’s general fire and emergency management capacity (including manpower, machinery & equipment, infrastructure, training, etc.) to identify any discrepancies between the current state and desired state of preparedness and to provide concrete recommendations to close the capacity gaps. To develop a State-level general fire management strategy and action plan that defines the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders, establishes coordination mechanisms, sets targets, and identifies budget needs for fire management activities. Prepare and submit quarterly reports on KPI compliance, addressing performance gaps, and ensuring thorough documentation. Participate in periodic review meetings with project stakeholders, presenting audit findings and plans for quality improvement. Champion sustainability and safety initiatives. Coordinate and facilitate prompt resolution of quality, compliance, and resolve issues as related to the scope of the consulting services, as they arise. Essential Qualifications & Experience Graduate/Post Graduate in fire science, fire safety engineering, fire protection engineering, or equivalent from a recognised university. Minimum five years’ experience in the following areas: fire safety, fire risk assessment, fire risk mitigation, fire prevention, urban fire regulatory assessment, public outreach, etc Strong communication, capacity building training, and report-writing skills. A proven track record in stakeholder engagement and managing multi-disciplinary project teams for the state government and international development organisation is required. Preferred Attributes Experience in the preparation of comprehensive fire risk assessment reports, gap analysis reports, and strategy and business plan development reports. Project experience in implementing innovative fire risk mitigation technologies (within the last five years) Experience in developing a state-level fire management strategy (within the last five years) Contract Terms Location: Technical expert role from Uttarakhand (state HQ) with regular travel to the districts covered. Duration: The consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) months Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in. EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.