Technical Project Manager

Job Title: Technical Project Manager / Senior Impact Evaluation Specialist Location: Chennai with frequent travel across rural Tamil Nadu Engagement: Full-time, project-based (multi-year) Project: External Monitoring & Evaluation Employer: Technical Facilitation Agency (EHI International) We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Project Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team of international standing with extensive expertise in conducting M&E for large-scale Government and development partner-funded programs. Key Responsibilities Lead the overall design and technical delivery of the project’s external Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) assignment, ensuring alignment with the Results Framework and Theory of Change of TNRTP 2.0. Conceptualize and oversee rigorous impact evaluation designs (experimental and/or quasi-experimental), including the development of counterfactuals and mixed-methods approaches for baseline, midline and endline studies. Lead sampling strategies for all major surveys, ensuring statistically robust, randomized samples and adequate power to detect impacts at 95% confidence. Direct the development, piloting and finalization of survey instruments (household, enterprise, CBO, and other modules) in English and Tamil, ensuring coverage of key project indicators and thematic areas. Provide strategic oversight to data collection operations, including field planning, quality assurance protocols, enumerator training, supervision and adherence to ethical standards. Guide integration of survey, monitoring and MIS data, ensuring consistency with the project’s Results Framework and facilitating regular progress and outcome tracking. Ensure timely preparation of key technical outputs, including: Inception report and detailed M&E and impact evaluation methodology Baseline, midline and endline analytical reports Quarterly/bi-annual monitoring reports and annual project performance reports Thematic and case study reports and learning products Work closely with the Client’s PMU, World Bank team and other stakeholders to refine evaluation questions, agree on designs, and validate findings and recommendations. Provide technical leadership for the design and use of the M&E MIS, working with ICT/MIS partners to ensure that data architecture, indicators and dashboards support effective monitoring and decision-making. Manage the multidisciplinary evaluation team (econometricians, data analysts, field operations experts, etc.), including work planning, task allocation, quality assurance and performance management. Present findings and insights to government counterparts, World Bank and partners through presentations, workshops and policy dialogues, translating evidence into practical recommendations. Ensure compliance with World Bank procurement and safeguard requirements, ethical standards in research, and data protection norms. Qualifications and Experience Postgraduate degree (Master’s or above) in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related quantitative discipline. A PhD in a relevant field will be an advantage. Substantial experience (typically 10+ years) in designing and leading impact evaluations and large-scale M&E systems for government or donor-funded programmes, preferably rural livelihoods, enterprise development, or similar sectors. Demonstrated hands-on experience with experimental and quasi-experimental methods (e.g., RCTs, difference-in-differences, PSM, panel data methods), including design, implementation and interpretation. Proven track record of leading multi-round surveys (baseline, midline, endline), including development of tools, sampling, data collection strategies and quality control across multiple locations. Strong familiarity with results-based management, theory-of-change driven M&E, and World Bank/major donor requirements for monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Experience working with large, complex datasets and integrating survey, administrative and MIS data for program monitoring and impact assessment. Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and large field operations, including in rural and hard-to-reach areas. Excellent analytical and writing skills, with a proven record of high-quality reports, publications, or knowledge products. Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging with senior government officials and international development partners. Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential; working knowledge of Tamil or strong experience in Tamil Nadu or similar contexts will be a significant advantage. High standards of integrity, independence and professional ethics; no conflict of interest with project implementation entities. Application Process Interested candidates should submit: A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. References from previous relevant assignments. Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.