Manager, Safe Water Operations (EAII Advisors) Full Time

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

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations, you will lead field operations for the India Safe Water Program in Andhra Pradesh, and work closely with Operations teams based at the Delhi National Office. The role is responsible for driving effective on-ground execution across program sites, managing a team of Sr. State Program Coordinators (Sr. SPCs), and ensuring strong coordination across field teams, partners, and program workstreams.

Field Operations Management and Oversight (40%)

• End-to-End Operations & Delivery: Lead execution across all program sites handling minimum 2 small workstreams (support teams) in Andhra Pradesh, with clear visibility on performance and timely interventions where required
• Team Leadership & Accountability: Manage Sr. SPCs, driving ownership, structured reviews, and strong performance through hands-on support and guidance
• Planning, Resources & Risk Management: Oversee resource allocation, operational planning, and proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure smooth delivery
• Field Quality & Reporting: Conduct field visits, ensure data accuracy, and maintain timely, decision-ready reporting across weekly to annual cycles

External Stakeholder and Vendor Management (30%)

• Vendor Oversight & Accountability: Lead validation of vendor invoices and performance against agreed deliverables, timelines, and quality standards; ensure compliance with the support of respective Sr. SPCs and escalate critical issues when required
• Performance Management & Corrective Actions: Conduct structured assessments, drive RCA-based case studies, and ensure implementation of corrective action plans through field teams
• Stakeholder Coordination & Representation: Manage relationships with partners, and communities, and represent from the operational area through Sr. SPCs

Team Building and Communications to Program Leadership (20%)

• Lead and develop team members through consistent coaching, performance management, career development planning, and support for recruitment and HR-related matters
• Ensure Program leadership is fully informed by providing regular reports on progress, emerging challenges, future forecasts, and strategic recommendations related to community engagement and capacity building.

Integrated Workstream Management – LMT & TA (10%)

• Workstream Coordination: Act as the key operational link between field execution and program teams (learning/training and technical support), ensuring aligned plans and smooth dependency management
• Execution & Feasibility: Collaborate with teams to ensure logistics, training schedules, and technical inputs are practical, locally relevant, and effectively implemented on the ground
• Alignment & Oversight: Coordinate with managers across teams to align state execution with national frameworks, SOPs, cross-state learnings, and monitor supply chain outcomes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in operations or program management, including field operations and large-scale program delivery
• Experience managing field teams and driving delivery against targets and timelines
• Strong operational planning skills, including resource allocation, workforce management, and risk mitigation
• Ability to identify issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement improvements
• Experience managing vendors/contractors, including performance tracking and invoice validation
• Experience coordinating across multiple sites, stakeholders, and geographies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Telugu
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Suite, with experience using data/MIS dashboards for reporting
• Willingness to travel 30-40% within Andhra Pradesh

Desirable

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience in WASH, public health, or large-scale social sector programs
• Familiarity with operations in Andhra Pradesh and government systems
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel)

Benefits

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 27, 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.