State Program Officer (EAII Advisors)

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 State Program Officer (SPO) will report to the State Program Lead (SPL). In this role, you will support the adaptation and execution of our technical assistance for Iron and Folic Acid (IFA) supplementation under Anaemia Mukt Bharat in Uttarakhand, in close coordination with NHM–Uttarakhand/DoHFW, Department of Education, WCD/ICDS, and other partners.

In this role, you will focus on program planning, budget inclusion, last-mile supply chain strengthening, training cascades, monitoring and coverage validation, and data-driven advocacy, including for out-of-school children and private school expansion. A key priority will be supporting the transition to the Alternative Technical Assistance (ATA) model by building government capacity and embedding core program functions within state systems.

The role will also involve close collaboration with our MLE, Finance/Procurement, and National teams, and will require approximately 40% travel within the state.

Responsibilities 

Policy Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure IFA activities are well planned and adequately budgeted in State PIPs/RoPs, including pilots and scale-ups (e.g., out-of-school children, private schools). 
• Develop concise, data-backed advocacy notes and support the SPL in state-level forums to drive corrective actions. 
• Facilitate cross-departmental coordination across Health, Education, WCD/ICDS, and PRIs, including regular review meetings and alignment on priorities. 
• Partner with NHM IEC and department counterparts to develop and update IEC/BCC materials, and support timely issuance of circulars and guidelines. 
• Build and manage relationships with private school associations, networks, and partners to strengthen program ownership, community mobilization, and outreach. 

Program Design, Management & Delivery

• Work with the National Office and state stakeholders to align plans with national guidance and government priorities. 
• Co-develop state implementation plans with clear milestones, roles, and risk mitigation approaches. 
• Manage workplans and timelines, track deliverables, and proactively flag risks to the SPL. 
• Support training cascades (design, materials, delivery, and reach), including capacity building for private school nodal teachers. 
• Oversee rollout of IFA administration in private schools, with a focus on achieving ≥90% coverage reporting and drug availability. 
• Develop and maintain implementation tools and trackers across supply, coverage, training, supervision, and reporting. 
• Conduct field visits to provide technical support, strengthen implementation, and coordinate with district officials. 
• Work with government counterparts to strengthen procurement, allocation, and last-mile distribution. 

Monitoring, Learning & Data Use

• Support M&E design and tool development with the MLE team to enable timely supervision and course correction. 
• Analyse monitoring data (with SPC-M&E) and translate insights into actionable improvements in coverage and field performance. 
• Use field learnings to inform community mobilisation strategies and IEC/social media materials. 

ATA Transition & System Strengthening

• Support the transition to the ATA model by transferring knowledge, tools, and processes to district and block-level government functionaries. 
• Embed core program functions (monitoring, review mechanisms, coordination, private school engagement) within existing government systems. 
• Identify system and capacity gaps and mentor stakeholders to build ownership and accountability. 
• Strengthen government-led monitoring, with a focus on low-performing areas. 

Knowledge Management

• Develop program briefs, documentation, case studies, and success stories, and support dissemination with stakeholders. 
• Engage with stakeholders alongside the SPL to share insights and lessons from implementation. 
• Maintain up-to-date documentation in line with internal knowledge management processes. 

Essential

• Postgraduate degree in public health, nutrition, health management, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in the development sector, including experience supporting or advising government programs, preferably in maternal, child health, or nutrition
• Prior experience working with government departments in Uttarakhand or in a similar context
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting teams, with the ability to work independently and proactively communicate progress, risks, and support needs
• Strong understanding of public health systems and socio-economic context, particularly in Uttarakhand
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; working proficiency in Hindi required
• Ability to synthesise information and produce high-quality outputs under tight timelines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications for analysis, documentation, and reporting
• Willingness to travel up to 40% within the state

Desirable

• Familiarity with Uttarakhand’s socio-cultural context and administrative systems
• Experience supporting program transitions, capacity building, or sustainability-focused models in public health
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills in dynamic, multi-stakeholder 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 at Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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 April 28, 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 candidate