Urgent Search: EAII Advisors Senior Officer

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.

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 9 countries, our team of 800+ 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

EAII is seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Senior Officer to join our People & Culture (P&C) team who will serve as the first point of contact for all HR matters for EAII Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh (AP) office-based and field-based staff. This role will act as a bridge between the National Office (NO) and AP state team and will provide day-to-day HR support, ensure effective grievance resolution, and guide the AP staff on HR processes and policies.

The role reports to Senior Manager - People & Culture and in addition to supporting the AP State Team, the role will also support the P&C team in drafting field staff–specific HR processes, lead live training sessions, and manage onboarding/offboarding processes for field staff across all locations.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented HR professional with a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to supporting a positive and compliant workplace in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities
Employee Engagement & Support

- Act as the first line of HR support for AP state office-based and field staff.
- Provide guidance on HR policies, processes, and benefits.
- Collect, document, and address feedback from field teams.
- Serve as a trusted contact for conflict resolution and grievance handling, escalating issues and with guidance from the National Office P&C team.

Process Development & Implementation

- Based on understanding of field realities, work with the Senior Manager P&C to create and refine HR processes specifically for field staff across all locations.
- Work with the National Office P&C team to ensure these processes are practical, efficient, and compliant with EAII standards.
- Lead the orientation / training of existing and new processes for field staff.

Training & Capacity Building

- Design and deliver live training sessions for field staff on HR policies, systems, and processes.
- Conduct refresher trainings to ensure continued compliance and best practices.

Onboarding & Offboarding

- Coordinate onboarding plans for field staff with hiring managers and onboarding leads.
- Facilitate onboarding sessions for new field team members (statutory forms, HR tools like Keka, Small Improvement, HR benefits).
- Coordinate with NO P&C team for offboarding activities, including exit interviews, clearance, and final settlements.
- Improve onboarding and offboarding workflows for field teams by building checklists, documentation templates, and tracking dashboards, enabling consistency and scalability as hiring volumes increase.

Coordination & Collaboration

- Collaborate with state team managers to ensure HR support aligns with operational needs.
- Maintain regular communication with the National Office for alignment, updates, and issue resolution.
- Support HR data collection and reporting for the field teams.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HR, preferably with field-based teams or in the development sector
- Strong skills in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and process improvement
- Experience in delivering training and facilitating group sessions
- Proficiency in English, Telugu and Hindi is a must
- Proficient in HR tools (e.g., Keka, Small Improvement) and Microsoft Excel
- High attention to detail and process adherence
- Strong coordination and communication skills across internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive processes simultaneously, and with a commitment to timely execution
- Comfort working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities
- Ability to handle sensitive employee data and compliance requirements with professionalism and integrity
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions based on data and HR best practices

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.

Position Location

This role is based at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, 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.

Benefits

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

- Comprehensive health insurance with IPD and OPD provisions
- Life and Accidental insurance
- PF, ESIC and Gratuity as per statutory requirements
- Generous leave
- Mental and physical wellbeing benefits
- 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.

All candidates applying for the position should upload a resume along with cover letter mentioning current and expected salary.

Note: This role will be open for applications until 31 August 2025. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

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