EAII Advisors Manager State Program Management Unit (MP)

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.

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.

About Safe Water Now

Evidence Action's Safe Water Now program provides safe drinking water to over 10 million people across rural Uganda, Malawi, and Kenya. Recent evidence highlights that water treatment may be among the most cost-effective interventions available to save young children's lives, reducing all-cause child mortality by about 25%. The Dispensers for Safe Water (DSW) program, based on research by a Nobel-winning economist, utilizes an innovative and human-centric design to deliver clean water at the source in rural settings, achieving usage rates which are 5x that of comparable interventions. Evidence Action recently launched a next generation technology, In-Line Chlorination (ILC) in Uganda and Malawi, targeting rural, peri-urban, and urban communities, which has the potential to be even more cost-effective. Over the past year, we've more than doubled our footprint in East Africa and are actively exploring opportunities for expansion into new countries.

In addition to its longstanding work in East Africa, Evidence Action, through its technical partner in India, EAII Advisors, is launching a major technical assistance program to help the government of India reach 17.5 million people across multiple states with safe water. This complements the Indian government's effort to bring water access to every household in the country.

The Role

Evidence Action, in partnership with the State Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Madhya Pradesh, is establishing a State Program Management Unit (SPMU) to support the integration of in-line chlorination programs into the state budgets. You will play a critical role in understanding the budgetary processes of the PHED in Madhya Pradesh. You role will also focus on developing detailed documentation and reports that facilitate the inclusion of in-line chlorination programs within state financial planning and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of budgets related to in-line chlorination programs within the state JJM frameworks, ensuring alignment with the financial procedures of MP PHED
• Collaborate with state officials from MP PHED to ensure that the budgetary and procurement requirements for in-line chlorination programs are met, including the preparation of cost estimates and financial forecasts
• Report to EAII Advisors national team on the development of state-specific frameworks, procurement tenders and SOPs that align with national budget guidelines and state priorities
• Act as liaison between EAII Advisors and MP PHED on matters related to budget planning and procurement, ensuring smooth communication and resolving any procedural challenges
• Develop and organize workshops and training sessions for state and district-level officials on budget management, procurement processes, and financial planning for in-line chlorination devices
• Establish and maintain monitoring systems to track ILC program & budgetary allocations, procurement outcomes and ensure compliance with state and national guidelines
• Develop comprehensive documentation, reports to support the integration of in-line chlorination in state-level budgets. Ensure that these documents are tailored to meet the requirements of MP PHED
  
  
  

Requirements

• Master's/Post Graduate degree in Economics, Public Administration, Public Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in budget management, financial planning, or procurement, preferably within the water sector
• Proven experience working with government agencies, particularly in budget planning, and/or procurement processes
• Strong understanding of public sector financial processes, especially in relation to rural water supply and sanitation programs
• Experience in preparing financial reports and documentation for large-scale government projects
• Financial Expertise: In-depth knowledge of budgetary processes, procurement regulations, and financial management in government projects
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align financial planning with organizational and state government goals, ensuring efficient budget allocation for water treatment programs
• Leadership: Strong ability to lead subordinates, ensuring successful management of budgets and procurement activities
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Telugu, English with Hindi preferred (but not mandatory), with the ability to effectively engage with government officials and stakeholders on financial matters
• Problem-Solving: Ability to provide innovative solutions to financial and procurement challenges in a dynamic environment
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and make evidence-based recommendations
  
  
  

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time.

Location

The role is based in Bhopal, Madhya 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 worldwide. 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.

All candidates applying for the position should upload a resume along with cover letter mentioning current and expected salary.