Associate - Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation ( 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 

You will provide support for high-quality monitoring, data assurance, and learning activities within the Safe Water Program (TA & LMT) throughout Andhra Pradesh. You need to ensure timely and accurate monitoring at the field level, assist in tracking vendor performance, promote continuous improvement, and enhance evidence-based decision-making at both the state and district levels.

Responsibilities

Field Monitoring and Verification

• Conduct routine monitoring visits across assigned districts/sites to validate IM team activities.
• Use SurveyCTO and other digital tools to collect high-quality, geo-tagged, and time-stamped monitoring data.
• Verify water point surveys, device spot checks, device performance, and adoption progress.
• Support CE–Model B observation activities, including ToT sessions, VM training, Activity 3–7 field observations, and rapid assessments.

Partner Performance Tracking ( Four-Function Model)

• Track weekly and monthly progress of Implementing Contractors (Hanna Device Calibration), ISA–Model B partners, Third-Party Agencies (Hanna Device Calibration), and Implementing Firms against agreed deliverables.
• Identify delays, gaps, or deviations in real time and escalate to the State MLE Manager.
• Maintain district-level performance dashboards covering quality, timeliness, and consistency metrics.
• Cross-check survey data with field observations and program MIS records.

Data Quality Assurance ( DQA)

• Conduct routine data audits to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to protocols.
• Validate WPS, pre-implementation, performance, process monitoring, and FC dose check data.
• Monitor translation quality, data labelling, survey logic, and enumerator performance.
• Carry out de-facto and post-facto verification checks as per program frameworks.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with TA and LMT field teams and, where required, with Mandal and district-level stakeholders (EA, PC) and vendor coordinators to streamline field execution.
• Provide on-ground support during government engagements, field demonstrations, community activities, and sample verification exercises.

Learning and Documentation

• Prepare monitoring notes, district insights, gap analyses, and weekly learning summaries.
• Support pilots and formative research through observations, quick KIIs, and process documentation.
• Contribute to program reviews, MLE syntheses, and state-level learning loops.
• Assist in designing monitoring tools, checklists, and trackers for statewide implementation.

Tracker and Dashboard Management

• Update district/site trackers and the common state MLE tracker with high accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure real-time status updates for WPS, pre-implementation, performance, process monitoring, and FC dose check data.
• Support the development and maintenance of Looker Studio dashboards or similar platforms, ensuring accurate grand totals and district-level insights.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health, Rural Management, Development Studies, Engineering, or related disciplines
• 1–3 years of experience in monitoring, field operations, or evaluation, preferably in WASH or public health programs
• Experience handling large-scale field data systems is preferred
• Strong understanding of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks and field monitoring systems
• Proficiency in mobile data collection platforms, preferably SurveyCTO
• Ability to analyse datasets, identify trends, and flag discrepancies for corrective action
• Experience in preparing monitoring reports, dashboards, briefs, and trackers
• Working knowledge of MEL systems for large-scale rural WASH, public health, or development programs
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Looker Studio or similar platforms is preferred
• Detail-oriented, disciplined, and highly process-driven
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly for field coordination
• Willingness to travel extensively across districts/sites in Andhra Pradesh, with 50–70% field travel required
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including vendors, engineers, VMs, Gram Panchayats, and government officials
• Organized, dependable, and committed to timelines and quality standards
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently in dynamic field environments

Disclaimer : The job description provided above is a general outline of the typical responsibilities and requirements for the role. It may be modified or expanded based on the specific needs and structure of the organization.

Position Location : This role is based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in India. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. 

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
• Mental and physical well-being benefits
• Learning and Development benefit
• 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.

Note: This role will be open for applications until May 08, 2026. Please apply at your earliest convenience. We may close this search earlier than the specified date if we find the right fit. Due to the volume of applications received, we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.