Consultant - Water Quality and Technical Standards (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

The Consultant will work closely with the Senior Manager and market shaping team to support water quality management, technical standards development, and advisory services for community water treatment systems. This role will contribute to ensuring safe drinking water access through rigorous quality assurance, technical documentation, and stakeholder engagement.

The Consultant will support the team providing expertise on certification standards and market requirements for TCCA90 chlorine tablets, chlorine dose check devices, and NABL certified labs for tablet and water testing. This will enhance ISW efforts, drive down costs in the medium to long term, and promote local manufacturing under the 'Make in India' initiative. This position requires a strong foundation in water treatment technologies, analytical skills, and the ability to translate technical knowledge into practical solutions for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Certifications and Standards (40%)

• Certification Requirements Analysis: Conduct due diligence on certification requirements for TCCA90 chlorine tablets and guide the team on applicable standards for drinking water applications.
• National and International Certification Validation: Identify and validate relevant national and international certifications (e.g., BIS, NSF, pharma-grade standards) required for local manufacturers, assessing any gaps in existing certifications. If gaps exist, the Consultant will be responsible for drafting government-ready guidelines to share with appropriate departments.
• Supplier Certification Verification: Verify the authenticity of certifications submitted by suppliers and ensure compliance with regulatory standards (global and national).
• Quality Assurance Enhancement: Assess and help improve our Quality assurance process for the chlorine tablets.
• Laboratory Report Validation: Vet and validate laboratory reports from external labs on water and chlorine tablet samples to confirm product safety and efficacy.
• Recommendations on BIS Standards: Provide actionable recommendations to address challenges in establishing BIS standards for TCCA90 tablets in India and ensure alignment with national and global safety standards.
• Policy and Guideline Development: Consultant must be solutions-oriented and will be responsible for identifying and implementing how to best meet program needs through chemical certifications and standards. This will include personally drafting guidelines, policy documents, and materials.

Technical Assistance to Government Partners (40%)

• Provide technical support to state and district governments: in implementing in-line chlorination and water treatment programs.
• Assist in capacity building of government officials: on water quality monitoring, chlorination systems, and O&M practices.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and training materials: for government stakeholders.
• Document best practices and case studies: from program implementation for dissemination to government partners.\

Knowledge Products and Innovation Support (10%)

• Contribute to technical reports, toolkits, and publications documenting India Safe Water program learnings.
• Contribute to conferences, peer-reviewed publications and technical papers based on program implementation data.
• Maintain awareness of emerging water treatment technologies and global best practices in chlorination.

Flex Capacity (10%)

• This position will serve as flex capacity as the India Safe Water program undergoes rapid scale and new requirements may arise to include strategic planning, program transition, learning management, procurement, contracting, monitoring, learning, & evaluation, and others.

Requirements:
Essential

• PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 8+ years of progressive technical experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Proven track record of producing high-quality technical documentation and policy materials
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes, including chlorination and other purification technologies
• Experience with water quality testing, analysis, and interpretation of results
• Familiarity with Indian and international drinking water quality standards (IS 10500, WHO guidelines)
• Proficiency in technical writing and documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel to field sites as required (up to 25%)

Desirable

• Experience working with government agencies, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), or other regulatory bodies
• Prior involvement in technical standards development or revision
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals or technical reports
• Familiarity with certification processes for water treatment equipment and chemicals
• Experience in capacity building and training delivery
• Prior experience working with public health or sanitation programmes in India
• Experience working with community-based water supply systems
• Research experience during graduate studies or professional career
• Professional certifications related to water quality or environmental management
• Fluency in Hindi or Telugu

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.

Note: This role is a consultancy arrangement requiring 15 days per month for a period of 6 month (subject to additional days as per business requirements)

Position Location

This role is based at New Delhi, 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.

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 8 April 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.