Manager, Technology and Innovation ( 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 Manager - Technology and Innovation will lead the identification, assessment, piloting, and scale-up support of safe water technologies under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), with a primary focus on In-Line Chlorination (ILC) systems for Single Village Schemes (SVS) in Rajasthan and will report to Senior Manager, TSU (Team Lead).

You will support Rajasthan PHED in strengthening technology testing and selection, device performance, O&M integration, water quality monitoring and innovation adoption including IoT and digital tools to enable reliable, scalable, and cost-effective safe water service delivery.

Responsibilities

Technology Assessment, Piloting and Scale-Up Support :

• Support technology needs assessments (TNA) to evaluate suitability of different chlorination technologies across diverse SVS infrastructure types.
• Support PHED in designing, implementing, and monitoring pilot and demo installations of ILC devices across selected districts.
• Analyze pilot and field data to provide evidence-based recommendations on device efficacy, dosing stability, durability, and scalability.
• Support refinement of device design, installation protocols, and dosing practices based on field learnings and operational constraints.

Innovation, IoT and Water Quality Monitoring Systems :

• Identify, assess, and pilot technology based monitoring such as IoT, SCADA and other sensor-based technologies to strengthen real-time monitoring and service delivery assurance.
• Support development and testing of water quality monitoring approaches, including:
• Independent monitoring mechanisms
• PHED laboratory testing protocols
• Community-based FTK testing models

• Contribute to the development and integration of dashboards, MIS, and data systems to track water quality, device performance, and program outcomes in alignment with PHED systems.

Technical Frameworks, SOPs and Procurement Support :

• Support PHED in developing and refining technical SOPs, specifications, and guidelines for installation, O&M, and monitoring of chlorination systems.
• Provide technical specifications for RFPs, pro-forma tenders, and performance-linked contracting models related to chlorination and safe water delivery.
• Support integration of chlorination technologies within state O&M frameworks and JJM guidelines, including incentive structures for operators.

Capacity Building and Technical Advisory :

• Support design and delivery of technical training and workshops for PHED engineers, district officials, contractors, and field teams on chlorination technologies, O&M, and monitoring.
• Provide ongoing technical troubleshooting and advisory support to PHED teams and implementation partners during pilot and scale-up phases.
• Facilitate technical sessions with SEs, EEs, AEs, and other department officials to build state capacity for long-term ownership.

Documentation, Learning and Knowledge Management :

• Document best practices, technical learnings, challenges, and case studies from Rajasthan pilots and scale-up activities.
• Support preparation of technical notes, progress reports, presentations, and dashboards for PHED leadership, NJJM, and Evidence Action.
• Contribute to state and national learning exchanges, including dissemination of Rajasthan’s experience to other states and national platforms.

Requirements:
• 7–10 years of experience in rural water supply, water treatment technologies, infrastructure projects, or public sector technical assistance

• Strong understanding of JJM, PHED systems, SVS/MVS typologies, and O&M challenges
• Experience working with government departments, contractors, and multi-stakeholder environments
• Prior experience in implementation of IoT, SCADA, or digital monitoring systems in water or infrastructure programs is mandatory

• Experience with chlorination technologies, water quality monitoring, or WASH innovations
• Prior experience in TSU/PMU/technical advisory roles with state governments

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Environmental / Electrical) or related technical discipline is mandatory
• Expert written and verbal proficiency in English is essential
• Expert proficiency in Hindi is mandatory (oral and written)

Benefits:
EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees. Benefits include:

• comprehensive health insurance,
• retirement savings options,
• life insurance,
• 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.