State Program Officer (EAII Advisors)

This position is with EAII Advisors, Evidence Action's technical partner in India. The role will report to the State Program Lead and be based at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The SPO will help adapt and execute our approach for Iron and Folic Acid supplementation under Anaemia Mukt Bharat in Uttar Pradesh, working closely with NHM-UP/DoHFW, Departments of Basic/Secondary Education, WCD/ICDS, and other partners. In addition to IFA, the SPO will provide system-strengthening support to our Deworm the World Initiative for National Deworming Day (NDD).

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in public health, nutrition, health management, or related disciplines
• 6–8 years’ experience in the development sector, preferably delivering technical/advisory support to the Government
• Experience collaborating with the Government on maternal, child health, and nutrition programs
• At least 3 years of experience working with Government departments in Uttar Pradesh
• Demonstrated experience in supporting and managing teams
• Strong knowledge of public-sector health systems and programs; good understanding of public-health and socio-economic issues in Uttar Pradesh
• Ability to synthesize information clearly and produce high-quality documents to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills in English; working proficiency in Hindi required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google applications
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while proactively communicating progress, risks, and support needs
• Willingness to travel ~40% within the state

Benefits

• 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