Senior Manager Technical Support Unit (EAII Advisors)

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

The Senior Manager, TSU (Team Lead), Rajasthan will provide overall leadership to Technical Support Unit (TSU) in Rajasthan, and work in collaboration with the Public Health & Engineering Department (PHED) and you will report to Principal Manager (State Expansion). You will be responsible for driving the state’s safe water agenda, providing strategic guidance, managing relations with senior government stakeholders, along with National Office team members, and driving TSU Program goals.

This role requires strong strategic thinking to develop and implement plans aligned with organizational and Rajasthan state government priorities, along with demonstrated leadership skills to manage teams and foster a collaborative work environment. The candidate should be adept at managing multiple internal and external stakeholders, using strong communication skills to effectively engage and influence government officials. Solid project management capabilities, strong analytical skills to interpret data, and the ability to provide evidence-based, practical solutions in a dynamic and complex implementation environment are essential.

Responsibilities

Team Management & Stakeholder Management:

• Provide overall leadership and management of the TSU, ensuring alignment with Evidence Action’s Safe Water program goals and PHED priorities.
• Act as the primary liaison between EAII Advisors, Rajasthan PHED, and other key state government stakeholders, private sector players, and non-government entities to ensure smooth collaboration.
• Represent the program in high-level meetings with PHED, state government leadership, and external partners.
• Coordinate closely with EAII’s National Office and technical teams to align state-level implementation with national strategy and provide timely technical inputs.
• Manage and supervise TSU staff to ensure effective delivery of technical and operational support.

Technical Advisory and Capacity Building:

• Enable technical support to PHED on installation and O&M of in-line chlorination systems, ensuring proper calibration, functionality, and compliance with National and State JJM guidelines.
• Lead the development of state-specific frameworks, advisories, SOPs, pro-forma tenders, procurement models, and program recommendations for pilot and scale-up of In-Line Chlorination (ILC).
• Execute training and capacity-building workshops for state- and district-level engineers and technical staff on design, installation, and O&M of ILC devices.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance during pilot implementation and scale-up phases.

Monitoring, Reporting, Community Engagement and Learning:

• Oversee Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation (MLE) systems, including data review, analysis, and regular reporting to PHED and EAII National Office.
• Supervise preparation of technical briefs, monthly and quarterly progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for state leadership and EAII Advisors National Office.
• Manage and lead community engagement initiatives with Gram Panchayats and allied stakeholders (pump operators, ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers) to strengthen awareness, ownership, and adoption of safe water and chlorination practices.
• Travel within the state (up to 30%) to support implementation, stakeholder engagement, monitoring, and capacity-building activities.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in managerial roles in government advisory/engagement
• Comfortable with ambiguity and working with various stakeholders and with knack for rapid growth of the program
• Should have at least 5 years in large-scale program management/project management
• Proven experience working with Rajasthan state government departments (experience working with Rajasthan PHED is desirable)
• Proven experience in leading a team and stakeholder management
• MBA/Master’s degree in Public Policy, Management, Public Health, Water Resources, or a related field is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or related field) is an advantage
• Expert proficiency in Hindi is mandatory (oral and written)
• Expert written and verbal proficiency in English is essential

Benefits

EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees. Benefits include:

• comprehensive health insurance,
• retirement savings options,
• life insurance,
• generous leave,
• avenues for engagement and recognition.

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.