Manager, Heath and Nutrition (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 11 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.

The Role

The Manager, Health and Nutrition (State Program Lead) is a fixed-term position until March 2027, offering you the opportunity to lead impactful health and nutrition initiatives across Andhra Pradesh. In this role, you will play a central part in driving Technical Assistance (TA) efforts for the Anganwadi and school-based NDD programs, as well as any new programs aligned with the EAII expansion plan in the state.

You will report to the National Program Manager and work closely with cross-functional teams at the National Office, particularly on policy advocacy, partnership management, and program coordination. Collaboration will be key — you’ll engage with departments, partners, and stakeholders to ensure that program objectives are met efficiently and effectively.

In this role, you will oversee all aspects of the TA plan — including strategic planning, policy advocacy, operational planning, program management, supply chain strengthening, capacity building, community mobilization, and monitoring and evaluation. You will also manage government and stakeholder relationships, oversee program budgeting and financial reviews, and provide guidance and mentorship to the state-based program team.

Responsibilities 

Program Management and Technical Assistance

• Lead the development of annual workplans and budgets for submission to National Office.

• Share program reports and updates with National Office on a frequent basis to monitor progress, identify and correct performance problems and recommend solutions.
• Manage the state budget in line with the organization’s standing financial policies. Share monthly financial reports to monitor expenditure against budgets.
• Oversee the management of contracts and budgets as per organization policy, with ultimate responsibility for ensuring programs are implemented within approved budgets and in accordance with organization’s compliance standards.
• Lead training and other capacity building initiatives along with the state team for implementation of programs with utmost quality. Build the capacity of state team staff.
• Supervise team members including full-time and short-term consultants, provide them technical and program guidance, and monitor performance and report to the National Office. For regional coordinators, ensure timely and appropriate support is provided to districts. Review and approve travel plan, fees and claims and ensure timely submission of accurate documents.
• Analyse and assess project performance, capacity and demand data to inform changes to project plans and share information with National Office on a regular basis.
• Assess, evaluate and document processes and the impact of the technical assistance programs.
• Prepare state program report, briefers, case studies, success stories, advocacy note etc. as part of program learning documentation and dissemination.

Advocacy and Partnership Management

• Lead efforts to maintain a high level of support to Department of Health and other stakeholders as identified for effective implementation of the state-wide school and anganwadi based NDD programs.
• Lead advocacy efforts in Andhra Pradesh, ensuring that the policy and advocacy priorities are aligned to make deworming interventions in the long term.
• Engage with development partners and identify areas for collaboration to strengthen the deworming programs.
• In coordination with the National Office, identify, engage and advocate with government stakeholders at the state and district level for effective and sustained integration of interventions in annual work plans and Program Implementation Plans (PIPs).
• Contribute to the development of policy briefs, other advocacy / communication materials, including specific inputs into advocacy and communications strategy and campaigns.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify activities for improved planning, implementation and monitoring of activities under the NDD program. 

Strategic Planning

• Lead the design of NDD program components to increase deworming coverage in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
• Help identify and address bottlenecks and gaps to ensure higher coverage and increased cost-effective across both the NDD program.
• Lead the design and development of a sustainability plan for deworming efforts in the state, including an exit strategy for technical assistance for stakeholder requirements.
• Lead planning for and organize a broad range of advocacy efforts, such as dissemination meetings for sharing best practices, innovations and coverage results.
• Work with the state team and National Office to build robust systems for field operations, especially related to training, community mobilization and independent monitoring.

Essential

• Graduate degree in medicine, business, social sciences, public health, health management or related disciplines

• Work experience of minimum 8 years in managing program-related activities

• Strong technical skills and capacity, with at least 5 years of practical experience managing health and/or nutrition initiatives

• Strong leadership skills and experience in data review and analysis as a rigorous practice
• Experience with creating budgets, keeping program expenditures in line with approved budgets and strategic focus, following financial policies and procedures
• An experienced tech savvy professional with exposure of working on varied tech platforms including Microsoft Office/Google, cloud-based applications, virtual platforms etc
• Willing to travel at least 30% of the time

Desirable

• Action-oriented, flexible approach and entrepreneurial problem-solving, with an ability to manage multiple competing deadlines
• Self-motivated to actively ensure that evidence/data-based approach is deeply embedded into all programs
• Prior experience in managing and implementing projects in Andhra Pradesh
  

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.  

Position Location

The role is based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India.

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.

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.

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.