The Role

EAII Advisors is seeking a Program Officer to sit within the Program Management Unit (PMU) and support the planning, coordination, monitoring, and reporting functions of the AI-enabled weather forecasting program in Telangana. Reporting to the Senior Manager, PMU AI Access Initiative, the Program Officer will play a central role in ensuring that program activities are well-coordinated, evidence is systematically captured, and stakeholders are kept informed through high-quality reporting and documentation.

While the role is primarily PMU-based in Hyderabad, the Program Officer will maintain active coordination with district and block-level government counterparts and will undertake field visits as required to support implementation oversight, data verification, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will bring strong program management and analytical skills, experience working with government systems in India, and the ability to translate field realities into clear, actionable insights for internal and external audiences.

Responsibilities

Program Planning & Coordination

Support the Senior Manager in developing and maintaining program workplans, activity trackers, and implementation timelines across PMU functions.
Coordinate across internal teams to ensure program activities are sequenced and resourced effectively.
Track progress against workplans and flag implementation risks or delays to the Senior Manager in a timely manner.
Support the preparation of program materials for internal planning meetings, government reviews, and partner coordination sessions.
Assist in the coordination of government engagement activities, including preparing briefing notes, agendas, and follow-up documentation for state- and district-level meetings.

Monitoring, Data Management & Reporting

Own the preparation and submission of high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual program reports for review by the Senior Manager and for dissemination to government and donor partners.
Consolidate data from field teams, government partners, and monitoring systems to produce accurate, timely, and well-structured reporting outputs.
Maintain comprehensive program records, including activity logs, stakeholder engagement trackers, and MIS databases, to support institutional memory and audit readiness.
Lead data verification and quality assurance processes, working closely with the Senior Program Associate and field-based teams.
Produce analysis inputs and data summaries to support the Senior Managers reporting to EAII Advisors leadership and external partners.

Government & Stakeholder Coordination

Serve as a key coordination point between the PMU and district/block-level government functionaries, agricultural extension teams, and technical partners.
Support the Senior Manager in preparing materials for state-level government engagements, including presentations, briefing papers, and meeting summaries.
Maintain up-to-date stakeholder maps, contact records, and engagement logs to ensure continuity of government relationships.
Coordinate with Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), Agriculture Technology Management Agencies (ATMAs), and allied departments to support program integration within existing extension infrastructure.
Undertake field visits as required to support implementation oversight, stakeholder engagement, and data verification activities.

Community Mobilization & Information, Education, and Communication (IEC)

Support the design and implementation of community mobilization strategies to build farmer awareness of and trust in AI-enabled weather services.
Work with IEC materials, digital tools, and community platforms to disseminate actionable weather advisories.
Gather community feedback on the relevance, usability, and accessibility of weather forecasts and farmer-facing communications.
Document and share community insights to inform program adaptation and IEC strategy.

Knowledge Management & Documentation

Prepare process documentation, field success stories, and case studies for institutional knowledge and external sharing.
Ensure field-level records, trip reports, and activity documentation are maintained in accordance with EAII Advisors knowledge management guidelines.
Contribute to the preparation of briefs, presentations, and learning materials for internal and external audiences.

Team Management & Coordination

Provide guidance and day-to-day support to the (Senior) / Program Associate on workplan activities and quality of outputs, without direct line management responsibility
Coordinate with the Senior Manager and other PMU team members to ensure smooth information flow between field and central functions.
Lead logistical and coordination arrangements for district-level government meetings, field reviews, and stakeholder visits.
Contribute to workplan development, activity tracking, and budget monitoring in coordination with the Senior Manager.

Essential

Post-graduate degree in social sciences, rural development, public health, agriculture, or related disciplines
Minimum of 6 8 years of experience in development sector program management, with demonstrated strength in planning, reporting, and stakeholder coordination functions
Proven experience producing high-quality program reports, briefs, and presentations for internal and external audiences including donors and government partners
Experience coordinating with or alongside state and district-level government departments in India, particularly in agriculture, health, or rural development
Strong analytical skills and ability to consolidate and interpret data from multiple sources to produce clear, evidence-based outputs
Experience providing guidance or support to junior team members in a collaborative team setting
Strong written and verbal communication skills in Telugu and English; ability to prepare high-quality reports and briefing materials for internal and external audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise independent judgment in the field
Willingness and ability to travel across districts in Telangana, as needed
Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and digital data collection platforms

Desirable

Experience in a PMU, program coordination, or management consulting-type role within a development sector or government-interface context
Familiarity with agricultural extension systems, climate-resilience programming, or technology-enabled government programs
Prior exposure to monitoring and evaluation frameworks and experience managing MIS or data collection systems
Experience working in an early-stage or entrepreneurial program environment with evolving priorities
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with government counterparts at district and state level

Program Officer, AI Access Initiative (EAII Advisors)

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