EAII Advisors - Senior Officer - State Expansion

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 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

This role will provide critical background and operational support to the Manager/Principal Manager in driving program expansion into new states. It will be a combination of strategy support, documentation, and project management to ensure smooth planning and execution. The individual will coordinate across teams, maintain high-quality documentation, and track progress against timelines, enabling senior leadership to focus on stakeholder engagement and decision-making.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Strategy and Planning Support
2. 2. Documentation and Knowledge Management
3. 3. Project Management and Coordination
4. 4. Team and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Assist in developing state expansion strategies, work plans, and timelines.
• Conduct secondary research and prepare briefs to support decision-making.
• Track developments in new states and flag risks/opportunities.
• Draft, format, and maintain high-quality documents (concept notes, proposals, reports, presentations).
• Ensure consistency and clarity across all documentation prepared for government, donors, and internal leadership.
• Maintain a repository of expansion-related resources, templates, and lessons learned.
• Support the Manager/Principal Manager in monitoring state expansion activities and deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain trackers for tasks, timelines, and milestones.
• Coordinate with central and state teams to ensure alignment and timely inputs.
• Act as a liaison with program, operations, MLE, and communications teams for inputs into expansion plans.
• Facilitate information flow and ensure larger teams are updated on progress and expectations.

5. Stakeholder Support

• Assist in preparing meeting notes, briefs, and follow-up trackers for government and partner interactions.
• Support senior team members with background material and data for high-level meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Public Policy, Development Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 2–5 years of experience in project management, program support, or strategy roles, ideally in development or WASH/government programs
• Strong skills in MS Office/Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and project management tools
• Excellent writing, documentation, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail

Desired Attributes

• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate needs
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Interest in WASH/public health/government partnerships preferred

Benefits

EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees worldwide. 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

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.