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Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS – pronounced See-Jis) aims to improve lives by helping Indian state governments deliver better  development outcomes.

The four key characteristics of any high-performing organisation are (a) measuring outcomes through reliable, high quality data that enables goal setting and monitoring progress towards these goals; (b) strategic use of personnel – competency based hiring and training, skilling, and performance appraisals to determine job assignments, pay, and promotions – to achieve the goals above; (c) strategic budgeting where resource allocation is based on evidence and cost-effectiveness; (d) and creating efficient systems to leverage external actors (including for-profit and nonprofit organisations). The Indian State needs to perform better on all four fronts above, by enhancing its capacity. CEGIS partners with states to improve this capacity by focusing on these four pillars of the State.

Informed by cutting-edge research and evidence as well as a practical orientation toward implementable ideas, CEGIS works with State Governments in India to enable a transformative improvement in their functioning. This vision and Theory of Change (ToC) is an outcome of extensive research done by Prof. Karthik Muralidharan (CEGIS Co-Founder and Scientific Director) and strategic philanthropic support provided by Mr. Ashish Dhawan (CEGIS Co-Founder).

CEGIS’s 3x3 Framework drives systemic change through three key dimensions:

  1. Institutional Strengthening by helping State governments in establishing Financial Analytics Units (FAUs), Data Analytics Units (DAUs), and Human Resource Units (HRUs) to enhance financial planning, data-driven governance, and workforce efficiency; Financial Analytics Units (FAUs)—help governments make data-driven decisions on revenue augmentation, macro-fiscal management, expenditure quality, and enhance fiscal efficiency. Data Analytics Units (DAUs) - analyze programmatic data to generate sharper insights for goal-setting and periodic reviews. These insights are further enhanced by triangulating administrative data with citizen-level inputs from independent surveys and outbound call centers. In Human Resources and administrative reforms, we help states build internal capabilities by setting up Human Resource Units (HRUs)- enabling competency-based Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Performance Management Systems (PMS).

  2. Sectoral Engagement by collaborating with strong partner organizations in our three priority sectors  (Education, Health & Nutrition ) to deepen reforms and build implementation capacity by improving administrative data quality, measuring outcomes and supervision mechanisms.

  3. We engage across all three tiers of government to drive systemic change—advocating with the Government of India (GoI) for policy alignment, strengthening state capacity to implement and scale interventions, and partnering with local/municipal governments to embed and sustain reforms. This integrated model ensures systemic interventions in data and human resource management are effectively conceptualized, implemented, and sustained for long-term impact.

At CEGIS, we collaborate closely with state governments to enhance governance through deep, state-led partnerships. We follow an iterative cycle of “think-demonstrate-document-transfer,” ensuring that solutions are practical, scalable, and effective. We engage with all levels of government right from political and top bureaucratic leadership to the frontline workers.

Our solutions are continuously refined based on real-time feedback, designed for customization, and built to be replicated across different contexts—ensuring sustained impact and long-term governance transformation.

Since its incorporation in 2019, despite the enormous challenges posed by COVID, CEGIS has gained significant momentum in building strong collaborations with the government(s) as a trusted partner who can provide both thought leadership and implementation support on key governance reforms. CEGIS’ position as a non-profit that does not take any funding from the government (other than in-kind contributions of office space/staff) has been a key enabler in earning this trust.

From a small group of founding members, we have grown by leaps and bounds to become a team of 150+ members committed to nation building located across the country. Helmed by a former bureaucrat with invaluable governance experience, state and solution team leads with decades of domain expertise, and enabling functions led by professionals with considerable corporate careers, the team at CEGIS brings together knowledge and experience that spans various sectors - from developmental economics, research, and governance to management consulting and social entrepreneurship. We also explore synergies with other non-government organisations working with government on technical as well as implementation to accelerate impact.

 

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CEGIS is a dynamic organisation that seeks to transform the way public policy is made and implemented in India. Our team comprises individuals who are passionate about making a difference. We believe in working collaboratively with our partners to achieve outcomes that have lasting impact. We place a high value on people skills, recognising that delivering results requires not just technical expertise, but also strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.

Our team is dedicated to finding innovative, research-based solutions to complex problems, and we nurture a work environment that inspires intellectual curiosity and encourages learning from the best minds, both internally and externally. Our policies promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe in supporting our staff through professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and other benefits.

Opportunities for continuous learning

Opportunities for continuous learning

Access to MIT X DEDP Courses, STATA, R-Certification

Opportunities for continuous learning

Flexible downtime

Liberal vacation policy

Opportunities for continuous learning

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work policy

Opportunities for continuous learning

Family friendly perks

Parental leave, Health insurance

At CEGIS Foundation, we are committed to building an inclusive environment that practises equity and welcomes diversity  in all its forms. We believe that when we embrace differentiated experiences and unique perspectives, we will create a culture of respect and decency where every individual feels valued and empowered. Together, we aspire to celebrate the visible and invisible qualities that make each of us who we are, and represent the diverse tapestry of humanity.

This statement of intent serves as a manifesto for our DEI journey. We are committed to ongoing action and measurable progress in building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation.

Current Openings

We are an action-oriented team motivated to bring about tangible change based on evidence. If our mission excites you, we would love for you to be a part of our team.

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Overview of CEGISs Work in Assam

The Government of Assam, through the Administrative Reforms, Training, Pension and Public Grievances (ARTPPG) Department, has embarked on an ambitious agenda to strengthen the administrative capabilities of its civil services. The Assam Administrative Staff College (AASC), as the nodal training institution of the state, has been entrusted with the responsibility of driving this transformation through the adoption of the Mission Karmayogi framework for competency-based capacity building.

CEGIS is working with AASC as an advisory and technical partner to facilitate the design, demonstration, and institutionalisation of competency-based capacity building approaches in Assam. These interventions, guided by the Mission Karmayogi framework, are being implemented as part of the Karmayogi Assam Project, a state-led initiative supported by Technical Assistance from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Mission Karmayogi, formally known as the National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCB), seeks to build a competent, citizen-centric civil service equipped with the behavioural, functional, and domain competencies necessary to deliver high-quality public services. The programme places particular emphasis on developing institutional mechanisms, digital learning ecosystems, and competency-based capacity building practices.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager Project Delivery to lead the implementation of capacity-building solutions that address competency gaps among public officials in the state government. This role is pivotal in translating Karmayogi Assams goals and objectives into actionable, competency-based interventions; piloting, operationalising, and scaling them across departments, while ensuring strong alignment with Mission Karmayogi and the mandates of the Capacity Building Commission (CBC).

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in implementing projects within government settings, a working understanding of competency-based approaches in capacity building (in the government or private sector), and strong monitoring and evaluation skills to track project outcomes and ensure timely delivery of results. With a proven track record in project management, stakeholder coordination, and operational implementation, the candidate should be committed to strengthening public service capacity and enabling systemic reform in government HR practices.

Roles and Responsibilities

Implementation of Competency-Based Capacity Building

  • Lead the operationalisation and scaling of competency-driven initiatives across departments, ensuring alignment with Mission Karmayogi and CBC mandates.
  • Oversee the adoption and integration of competency-based processes, including assessments, workflow realignment, and performance support interventions, across departments.
  • Ensure consistent application of intervention protocols, digital tools, and tracking mechanisms to achieve measurable outcomes at departmental and state levels.

Research, Analysis, and Knowledge Management

  • Conduct secondary and primary research (interviews, FGDs, surveys) to identify competency gaps, process bottlenecks, and departmental capacity needs.
  • Translate research and field insights into structured, actionable outputs such as implementation frameworks, operational toolkits, reports, and dashboards.
  • Maintain a repository of learnings, processes, and data to support institutional memory and cross-departmental replication.
  • Generate analytical inputs for internal and external dissemination, contributing to evidence-based reforms and strengthening state-level HR practices.

Project and Team Management

  • Develop and maintain project trackers, reporting systems, and communication protocols to ensure clarity, alignment, and timely delivery of outcomes.
  • Collaborate with team members and CEGIS-AASC leadership to monitor milestones, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise associates, ensuring high-quality outputs, accountability, and adherence to timelines.
  • Provide feedback to solution teams to iteratively improve intervention effectiveness.
  • Keep updated on innovations in public administration, digital tools, and operational best practices to inform improvements in implementation.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Manage relationships with key government partners, training institutions, and internal teams to ensure alignment on program design and implementation.
  • Facilitate regular review meetings, capacity-building workshops, and structured consultations with CBUs and other stakeholders across departments.
  • Maintain a regular communication cadence with external stakeholders, prepare discussion notes, and ensure timely sharing of project updates, reports and deliverables.
  • Ensure cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to gather inputs, avoid duplication, and maintain consistency across tools and communication artefacts
  • Coordinate with colleagues working on performance management systems to feed in relevant field insights, identify competency gaps, and departmental needs, ensuring learning solutions and performance frameworks are mutually reinforcing.

Education and Experience

  • Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, Social Work or a related field.
  • 6 to 8 years of experience in a high-performing environment, focusing on human resource management, capacity building or project management, preferably within the Indian government ecosystem
  • Prior Experience of working on complex multi-stakeholder projects, especially with governments, donors, and research organisations

Required Competencies

The competencies required to perform the above-mentioned roles and responsibilities are as follows:

Domain Competencies

  • Public Sector Understanding: Understands Indias governance and policy landscape to ensure solutions are contextually relevant and aligned with governmental priorities.
  • Organisational Capacity and Systems: Analyses organisational performance to drive sustainable improvements in capacity and efficiency.

Functional Competencies

  • Project Management: Skilled in planning, resource allocation, risk management, documentation and delivering results aligned with organisational objectives
  • Analytical Acumen: Ability to assess patterns, synthesise insights to inform decisions
  • Communication and Knowledge Practice: Communicates ideas clearly across formats and captures knowledge for dissemination

Behavioural Competencies

  • Developing Others: Guides and mentors the team to support professional development
  • Learning Orientation: Seeks feedback, reflects on gaps, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Collaboration: Builds trust with stakeholders and fosters collaboration and alignment through clear, consistent engagement.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Guwahati. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

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Position Summary:

Within CEGIS, the Outcome Measurement (OM) teams role is to support the institutionalisation of data-driven decision-making by setting up the required infrastructure and technical capacity with the Planning department and relevant line departments in the state. The Program Managers (OM) will play a crucial role in executing this vision in the state, working closely with both the OM technical team and the State team.

The Program Manager will oversee complex digital data collection operations, work with senior academics and government stakeholders to tailor research design and protocols to the local context, and ensure adherence to data quality protocols. Additionally, they will support the development of high-quality outputs summarising project progress, data analyses, and research findings for dissemination at various forums.

Role and Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Quality Control:

  • Provides appropriate templates for gathering and quality controlling administrative data from relevant government line departments and front-line functionaries.
  • Designs and administers questionnaires for data collection using tools like interviews and focus group discussions.
  • Manages all primary, secondary, and administrative data by following data management and security protocols.
  • Ensures adherence to data quality protocols, including auditing enumerators, monitoring data collection, and conducting data quality audits.
  • Creates protocols on data sharing for validation of data sources and conducts verification checks to guarantee data reliability.
  • Maintains records of data quality control processes and identifies areas for enhancing quality control processes.
  • Replicates analyses and processes to verify the rigor and quality of project outputs.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Evaluates data quality, analyzes trends, and interprets findings using statistical software and analytical tools.
  • Creates visual representations of data to enhance understanding and prepares data diagnostic reports.
  • Reviews administrative data and conducts analysis as required.
  • Develops high-quality outputs such as reports, analysis, etc., for dissemination at various forums.

Communication and Project Management:

  • Communicates project updates, findings, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Supports managers in developing effective engagement strategies with external stakeholders.
  • Sets, assesses, and reports specific goals for self and remains receptive to feedback.
  • Owns learning and focuses on self-development by seeking opportunities for growth.
  • Demonstrates willingness to take up additional responsibilities and collaborate with team members based on project priorities.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

  • Collaborates with project delivery teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment of data diagnostics and analysis plans with project objectives.
  • Supports the creation of technical notes, measurements, and analysis protocols for projects.
  • Designs and supports smaller-scale survey operations in-house and supervises intricate digital data collection operations executed by external agencies.
  • Assists in defining metrics and drafting project diagnostics reports after conducting feasibility studies.
  • Engages in discussions with stakeholders to explore and understand use cases of ongoing interventions.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Masters degree or equivalent in economics, statistics, public policy, engineering, social science, or related fields from a reputed institution.
  • 4 to 7 years of relevant work experience, including extensive field research, managing evaluations, basic quantitative analysis, and managerial experience
  • Experience in quantitative data management and analysis using STATA, R (strongly preferred), or Python programming
  • Understanding of experimental and non-experimental research methods, including the design and implementation of field sample surveys
  • Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, strong research aptitude, ability to analyze complex quantitative and qualitative data, and formulate solutions
  • Excellent writing and communication skills to communicate complex ideas effectively within and outside the organization
  • Demonstrated relationship-building ability and management of high-level relationships with partner organizations, ideally based on experience of working with Indian state governments
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, ability to set priorities, plan timelines, and meet deadlines
  • Passion for improving the effectiveness of Indian States, and alignment with CEGISs theory of change/impact
  • Operating style suited to working independently and in a small-organization setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued
  • Ability to work under pressure, handle competing priorities, maintain attention to detail, and deliver high-quality outputs
  • Ability to think creatively, willingness to take risks to experiment with new ideas, and ability to turn ideas into action
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen to others, understanding and valuing others views
  • Versatility to be comfortable taking on different projects and quickly diving into new sectors

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Bhubaneswar. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

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Position Summary

The Program Manager : Administration. The role reports to the Lead -Administration. It requires working with the leadership and other teams of CEGIS and managing administrative tasks like office management, vendor management, travel bookings, organizing events/workshops and internal meetings, expense management and coordinating with the CEO's office. Provide logistics support to the teams in Delhi for field visits. Support in organizing internal events in all CEGIS offices .

Role and Responsibilities

General Administration Work

  • Plan and coordinate administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes

  • Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other business operations

  • Responsible for day-to-day facilities operations including supervising the maintenance and alteration of office areas and equipment (Printers, papers, workstations, stationary, water dispenser, Tea), purchasing office supplies, furniture, and office equipment for staff.

  • Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints

  • Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation

  • Identify vendors and manage contracts

  • Conduct regular monitor checks for the housekeeping staff

  • Support managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication.

  • Effective management of all activities related to travel, stay, and logistics to ensure all arrangements needs are met at the least cost.

  • Overseeing the logistics and administration requirements of CEGIS State Teams, especially teams based out of Delhi.

  • Planning, scheduling, and facilitating office events, including meetings, conferences, interviews, orientations, workshops, seminars, and training sessions. (in-person & virtual)

  • Manage the fixed assets of the organization with proper reporting


People and Culture and Finance Operations Support

  • Pre-joining support for new joiners like -- relocation & accommodation/travel arrangements

  • Planning & coordination of On-boarding and orientation of new joiners with internal teams and managing exit formalities

  • New office space set up/coordination with vendors and internal teams

  • Day-to-day management of operational issues related to IT/admin/logistic

  • Internal coordination with teams for meetings/ review

  • Check all the expense bills raised by employees

Skills

  • 5-9 years of relevant work experience
  • Bachelors degree in business administration, management, or a related Exceptional time, task, and resource management skills
  • Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office
  • Ability to plan for and keep track of multiple projects and deadlines

  • Able to find new vendors , negotiate and manage the vendors

  • Familiarity with budget planning and enforcement, human resources, and customer service procedures
  • Proficient in MS Office

Location and Compensation

The ideal candidate can be based out of Delhi and should be willing to travel, when needed. Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

Pre-reads for the application process:

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application

  1. Concept note on CEGIS
  2. A glimpse into life at CEGIS - CEGIS Retreat 2024
  3. CEGIS Snapshot 2023-24
  4. Podcast episodes with Prof. Karthik Muralidharan one each on education and healthcare in India.
  5. You are also encouraged to read more of Prof. Karthik Muralidharans work here and through his book Accelerating Indias Development: A State-Led Roadmap for Indias Development.

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Position Summary

The Program Manager (PM) will manage CEGIS engagement with multiple government departments (e.g., School Education, Public Health, Urban Development, Finance, among others) in Tamil Nadu (ideally manage two projects at any given point of time). The PM would be part of the CEGIS Project Delivery Team (State Team) and would lead teams embedded in the assigned departments to implement CEGISs theory of change. These teams will be responsible for designing solutions for improved governance using research, stakeholder consultations, and analytical techniques. The PM would oversee the design and implementation of these solutions and must work closely with the respective government stakeholders during each phase of a project. S/he shall be primarily responsible for delivering high quality outputs within stipulated timelines.

Role and Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the Program Manager include:

Data Analysis and Management:

  • Identifying, obtaining, and collating relevant information and data, and performing
    quality control to ensure validity and accuracy of data
  • Overseeing field and desk research using qualitative and quantitative analysis, and
    relevant tools as necessary
  • Ensuring application of organization-wide protocols designed for data protection,
    data management on the assigned projects
  • Safeguard sensitive project information and minimise data protection risk by adhering to data protection protocols

Analysis and Insights:

  • Reviews accuracy and validity of research and data collected for meaning making
  • Evaluates the solutions proposed by vertical teams in the context of the project scenario and known limitations
  • Suggests changes in approach or process to suggested solutions.
  • Researches government policies and schemes to assess current program design and scope for intervention.
  • Refines problem statement and proposed solution based on insights from the ground.

Project Delivery / Management:

  • Identifies and structures problems, synthesising hypotheses and, developing and
    applying appropriate analytical frameworks and approaches
  • Works closely with sector leads and CEGIS technical teams, government
    stakeholders and senior academics (wherever required), to tailor data-driven solutions to local context, and translate technical rigour to on-ground implementation
  • Drafts high-quality written documents and presentations
  • Provides management oversight on day-to-day activities in each project to ensure
    timely delivery of high-quality outputs
  • Proactively identifies risks and issues affecting tasks or workstream delivery, and
    promptly communicating upward with proposed solutions
  • Identifies delays, bottlenecks and challenges in meeting project goals and consults internally to formulate strategies to mitigate.
  • Ensure overall project documentation to aid tracking changes in project scope, delivery including key learning, best practices etc. and sharing with other teams

Client and Partner Management

  • Identifies areas of alignment and conflict with stakeholders on project goals by proactively anticipate Stakeholder needs.
  • Suggests the right approach and ideas based on a deep understanding of Stakeholder needs
  • Actively partners with Government (Department heads and second line), and other stakeholders, to define project workstreams
  • Communicates project progress, outcomes and insights to Client through visually compelling presentations and analysis.
  • Creates systems for partnerships between government and other stakeholders and helps identify an external advisory group of individuals and organisations
  • Builds relationships with potential collaborators or partners, donors and research institutions.

Knowledge Management & Documentation

  • Develops knowledge products like concept notes, success stories of projects, learning documents of a project (to roll-out to other States) etc.
  • Prepares detailed presentations, reports, and briefs summarizing project progress, data analyses, and research findings for dissemination at various fora.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

  • Masters degree or equivalent in economics, statistics, mathematics, public policy, engineering, management, social science, or related fields from a reputed institution
  • Minimum five (05) years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas: Management/strategy consulting or governance/development
  • Public service with a government (preferably state governments) or quasi-government body as a project manager, young professional, or fellow
  • Familiarity with governance interventions in education / public health /nutrition/ local governance/ law and order/ livelihoods/ agriculture sectors would be a plus
  • Project/ program management or implementation roles with governments, advisory entities, multilaterals, international development institutions or strategic philanthropy firms
  • Experience of working on projects with the Government of Tamil Nadu would be an advantage

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Fluency in Tamil and basic to intermediate proficiency in English
  • Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, strong research aptitude ability to analyse complex quantitative and qualitative data and formulate solutions
  • Excellent writing and communication skills (ability to communicate complex ideas in a meaningful way and across different audiences) within and outside the organisation
  • Demonstrated relationship-building ability and management of high-level relationships with partner organisations, ideally based on experience of working with Indian state governments
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, and an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines
  • Passion for improving the effectiveness of Indian States, and alignment with CEGIS theory of change/ impact
  • Operating style suited to working independently and in a small organisation setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued
  • Ability to work under pressure by handling competing priorities, strong planning and organizational skills, and an ability to be able to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines, maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality outputs
  • Ability to think creatively, willing to take risks to experiment with new ideas and the ability to turn ideas into action
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen to others, understanding and valuing others views
  • Versatility to be comfortable taking on different projects and quickly dive into new sectors

Location and Compensation

  • Location: The role will be based out of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Travel to other states may be required.
  • Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

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Position Summary:

 We work with State Governments in three capacities

  • Procurement: Improving procurement policies, processes and decisions to improve value for money in public procurement
  • Regulation: Assessment of market failures and design and execution of proportionate regulatory interventions to address these
  • Policy: Development of sectoral policy to incentivize cost effective service delivery, through the most appropriate models

CEGIS is working closely with the Government of Tamil Nadu to support their effort in strengthening their procurement system that involves development and deployment of an e-procurement platform (called Government eProcurement System by NIC GePNIC) and integrating modules pertaining to procurement planning (e.g., estimate preparation platform) and post-award governance (e.g., digitizing processes for measurement of works completed and payment to contractors i.e., e-Measurement Book, Contractor Module) to enable a full procurement life-cycle view across departments, sectors and projects in the medium term. In this context, the Tamil Nadu Finance Department has onboarded CDAC a Government of India entity to design, develop, launch and maintain IT systems pertaining to procurement planning and post-award for works contract (to begin with) in close coordination with various line departments and CEGIS. The Tamil Nadu Finance Department is in the process of setting up a Program Management Unit that would provide operational and need-based strategic support to the nodal officer in charge of the eProcurement initiative. The PMU shall have members from the Finance Department, representations from Departments including Public Works, Rural Development, Highways, Information Technology and from CEGIS. It is proposed that a two-member team, namely a Program Manager and a Program Associate shall be deputed to the proposed eProcurement PMU for a period of one year with possible extension based on mutual agreement. This JD outlines the Roles and Responsibilities and Educational Qualifications for the role of the Program Manager in the eProcurement PMU.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement (50% time):

Develops Understanding of Stakeholder Landscape:

  • Maintains understanding of stakeholders and their linkages.
  • Engages with key stakeholders to deliver strategic benefits to projects on a periodic basis. This would involve preparation of meeting agenda, participation in stakeholder meetings including regular cadence with the Finance Department Officials, ensuring proper documentation of proceedings of the meetings, key decisions taken, action items etc. and timely follow-ups with concerned stakeholders. This may include identification and deployment of necessary project management tools with clear roles and responsibilities and overall progress tracking, highlighting of upcoming milestones and dependencies, if any.
  • Systematically collect feedback from various stakeholders on the proposed solution architecture / framework, collate and present to Finance and CDAC for easy consumption and assimilation.
  • Identify and flag potential risks that are likely to emerge from different stakeholder groups based on their business interests and strategies; also suggest potential risk mitigation strategies to the PMU Team.

Strategically Evaluates External Stakeholders:

  • Identifies synergies with external stakeholders aligning with organizational goals.
  • Cultivates strategic partnerships with external stakeholders.
  • Creates opportunities for the vertical by identifying synergies.

Reviews Stakeholders' Feedback:

  • Synthesises stakeholders' feedback to develop strategic communication strategies.
  • Creates presentations, reports, and dashboards for diverse stakeholders.

Technical Expertise and Solution Design (30% time):

  • Understand and document various processes and functionalities related to the various procurement modules and provide objective assessment of various scenarios that would be effective in the long-term
  • Review the inputs (in the form of notes, reports, presentations) provided by the Finance and Line Departments on the proposed functionalities in the eProcurement system modifications / integration
  • Review the outputs (in the form of SRS, beta version of the software etc.) proposed by CDAC / NIC and provide inputs primarily to the Finance Department and CDAC
  • Engage closely with the State and Market(s) team of CEGIS on conceptual frameworks for the proposed development and / or integration of the procurement planning and post-award modules.
  • Testing of module functionalities and preparation of test reports for timely course correction by CDAC

Knowledge Product Development (20% time):

Develops Knowledge Materials related to the development and/or integration of the procurement modules

  • Develops concept notes, success stories, and learning documents this could include qualitative research involving project stakeholders.
  • Identifies internal and external knowledge sources and shares best practices.

Education and Experience:

  • Masters degree in engineering, computer science, information technology or any other related field from a prestigious institution.
  • Certification such as PMP©, ScrumMaster, SAFE agility, Google Analytics
  • 10 to 12 years of progressive work experience including leading or supporting or setting up a transformational initiative involving digitization of public service delivery for a national / state or local government in India.
  • Experience of working as Principal Delivery Manager / technical managers and involved in IT strategy, large program and project management, product management, continuous process improvement, transition management, operations management, agile and scrum implementation, preferably on government projects
  • Must be part of at least two medium-to-large scale digital transformation initiatives. Medium scale refers to digital initiative that impacted functionalities or processes of 1 or 2 departments and citizens served by them; and large scale refers to digital initiatives that impacted or covered the whole of government / citizens. The candidate must have been involved in the conceptualization, development of the prototype version if not the actual product, and deployment of the software in real setting. Understanding of post-implementation issues and challenges and knowledge of strategies for smooth implementation for future deployments/ replication or scale ups would be an added advantage.
  • Demonstrated experience of working on projects involving technologies such e-governance solutions, Python, Oracle, AWS, Spark, Scala expertise in big data, Scalia, spark; experience in AI / ML and deep learning is preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise in multi-stakeholder management and communication, especially with government departments and agencies.

Required Skills, Characteristics, and Qualities for the role:

  1. Fluency in English and Proficiency in Regional Languages: Fluency in English language and proficiency in Tamil is desirable for effective communication with a diverse set of stakeholders
  2. Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to various audiences, both internally and externally, fostering understanding and alignment across stakeholders.
  3. Robust Planning and Organizational Abilities: Proven track record in setting priorities, planning timelines, and meeting deadlines with precision, while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality outputs consistently.
  4. Innovative Thinking and Risk Management: Willingness to think creatively, take calculated risks, and translate ideas into actionable initiatives, fostering a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement.
  5. Active Collaboration and Empathy: High capacity for collaboration, actively listening to diverse perspectives, and valuing input from team members and stakeholders, fostering a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect.
  6. Strategic Relationship Building: Proven ability to cultivate and manage high-level relationships with partner organizations, particularly within Indian state governments, to advance program objectives effectively.

Location and Compensation

CEGIS is looking for suitable candidates for this role in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

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About Human Resource Unit (HRU)

CEGIS intends to collaborate with the Government of Odisha in establishing a Human Resource Unit (HRU).

The Human Resource Unit (HRU) shall function as a dedicated think tank to enhance and strengthen HR practices across the state government. Its primary mandate shall be to drive comprehensive and integrated HR management within the state, focusing on recruitment, learning and development, and performance management systems. The HRU shall provide strategic direction and support to HR teams or Capacity Building Units (CBUs) across various line departments and ensure their alignment with state and national priorities, fostering a well-rounded HR ecosystem within the state government.

HRU will be responsible for institutionalising the strategic work done by CEGIS in pioneering a competency-driven approach to Capacity Building. By prioritising competencies, CEGIS aims to bring clarity to the work done by officials and empower them to achieve better results. This translates to a shift in accountability from simply following processes to delivering tangible outcomes.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager Learning & Development (L&D) to lead the design, development, and implementation of capacity-building solutions that address competency gaps among public officials in the state government. This role is pivotal to translating the HRUs vision into actionable L&D programs, piloting, operationalising, and scaling them across departments, while ensuring strong alignment with Mission Karmayogi and the mandates of the Capacity Building Commission (CBC).

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of competency-based approaches in learning and development and demonstrate advanced research and synthesis capabilities to translate field insights into high-impact interventions. With a proven track record in project management, stakeholder coordination, and implementation, the candidate should be driven by a commitment to strengthening public service capacity and enabling systemic reform in government HR practices.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design and Implementation of Competency-Based L&D Solutions

  • Lead the design and rollout of competency-based L&D interventions, including training needs assessments, and curated learning pathways for key government positions.
  • Coordinate and support extensive role-competency mapping exercises to inform the creation of work allocation orders
  • Support the design and implementation of competency-based training needs assessments, ensuring quality control, administering assessments, and analysing results
  • Oversee the mapping, curation, quality assurance, and onboarding of competency-based training interventions/courses and collaborate with institutional partners for sourcing high-quality L&D content.
  • Work closely with Administrative Training Institutes (ATIs) and other training partners to align delivery mechanisms with competency needs and institutional mandates, while helping them streamline their processes to enhance quality and compliance.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning by integrating diverse methodologies, e-learning, instructor-led sessions, workshops, job rotations, performance support interventions, etc.

Research, Synthesis, and Knowledge Management

  • Conducting secondary research regarding competencies and learning opportunities associated with the identified positions
  • Conduct primary research (interviews, FGDs, surveys) with public officials to map roles, responsibilities, activities, and associated competencies.
  • Translate field insights and research into structured knowledge products such as frameworks, facilitation guides, reports, presentations, and policy briefs for internal and external dissemination.
  • Maintain a robust system of documentation to ensure institutional memory and shareable learnings from the program's implementation.

Project and Team Management

  • Maintain project trackers, documentation systems, and communication plans to ensure clarity, alignment, and accountability across workstreams.
  • Support the Senior Program Manager in tracking project milestones, identifying risks and dependencies, and reporting progress to CEGIS and state leadership.
  • Lead and mentor a team of associates, providing work planning, quality control, and developmental support to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
  • Inform iterative improvement of L&D solutions by relaying field insights to design and technology teams.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends in adult learning, learning technologies, and public sector capacity building to inform solution refinement.
  • Actively participate in internal capacity-building workshops to enhance your practice in L&D implementation aligned with organisational standards.

Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination

  • Manage relationships with key government partners, training institutions, and internal teams to ensure alignment on program design and implementation.
  • Facilitate regular review meetings, capacity-building workshops, and structured consultations with CBUs and other stakeholders across departments.
  • Maintain a regular communication cadence with external stakeholders, prepare discussion notes, and ensure timely sharing of project updates, reports and deliverables.
  • Ensure cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to gather inputs, avoid duplication, and maintain consistency across tools and communication artefacts
  • Coordinate with colleagues working on performance management systems to feed in relevant field insights, identify competency gaps, and departmental needs, ensuring learning solutions and performance frameworks are mutually reinforcing.

Education and Experience

  • Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, Social Work or a related field.
  • 6 to 8 years of experience in a high-performing environment, focusing on human resource management, capacity building or project management, preferably within the Indian government ecosystem
  • Prior Experience of working on complex multi-stakeholder projects, especially with governments, donors, and research organisations

Note

  • The role will be based out of Bhubaneswar
  • Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales, depending on the candidates experience levels.

CEGIS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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About Human Resource Unit (HRU)

CEGIS intends to collaborate with the Government of Odisha in establishing a Human Resource Unit (HRU).

The Human Resource Unit (HRU) shall function as a dedicated think tank to enhance and strengthen HR practices across the state government. Its primary mandate shall be to drive comprehensive and integrated HR management within the state, focusing on recruitment, learning and development, and performance management systems. The HRU shall provide strategic direction and support to HR teams or Capacity Building Units (CBUs) across various line departments and ensure their alignment with state and national priorities, fostering a well-rounded HR ecosystem within the state government.

HRU will be responsible for institutionalising the strategic work done by CEGIS in pioneering a competency-driven approach to Capacity Building. By prioritising competencies, CEGIS aims to bring clarity to the work done by officials and empower them to achieve better results. This translates to a shift in accountability from simply following processes to delivering tangible outcomes.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager Performance Management System (PMS) to design and drive strategic initiatives around performance management, specifically leveraging an Electronic Human Resource Management System (eHRMS) within a government framework. This role aims to ensure that the eHRMS streamlines HR processes and aligns with the government's objectives for efficiency, accountability, and transparency in public sector performance.

The ideal candidate will understand competency as a concept and its wide application in performance management. The candidate must also possess deep knowledge and understanding of how technology can be used in performance management in government systems. The candidate is expected to have a proven track record of using principles of systemic thinking and change management and has developed some compelling knowledge resources built to advocate novice frameworks and concepts.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design and Implementation of Performance Management Frameworks

  • Lead the development of department-specific performance management frameworks aligned with public service delivery outcomes and state priorities.
  • Translate roles and responsibilities into measurable indicators and goal-setting mechanisms for government officials at all levels.
  • Ensure seamless integration of PMS frameworks with platforms like eHRMS to enable real-time tracking of contributions and progress.
  • Pilot and iterate PMS models in select departments to inform scalable solutions and refine system design.
  • Develop tools such as goal-setting templates, self-assessment forms, manager evaluations, and data dashboards.

Research and Data Analytics

  • Develop performance dashboards and reporting tools within eHRMS to provide decision-makers with insights on workforce productivity, employee engagement, and resource allocation.
  • Use eHRMS data analytics to highlight areas where government departments excel or underperform and propose strategic interventions.
  • Conduct secondary research and comparative studies to benchmark and advance performance management practices in public administration.
  • Conceptualise and perform research and analysis on data gathered during the program; present the program's outputs in the form of reports, whitepapers, and other collaterals.

Project and Team Management

  • Maintain project trackers, documentation systems, and communication plans to ensure clarity, alignment, and accountability across workstreams.
  • Support the Senior Program Manager in tracking project milestones, identifying risks and dependencies, and reporting progress to CEGIS and state leadership.
  • Lead and mentor a team of associates, providing work planning, quality control, and developmental support to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
  • Stay abreast of national guidelines (e.g., Mission Karmayogi), emerging HR tech trends, and data governance norms to enhance system design.
  • Actively participate in internal capacity-building workshops to enhance your practice in L&D implementation aligned with organisational standards.

Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination

  • Act as a liaison between government HR, IT, and performance management units to ensure smooth implementation and use of the eHRMS platform.
  • Engage with external vendors and technology providers to ensure the eHRMS system meets public sector needs.
  • Collaborate with ministries, state departments, and public sector units to identify performance gaps and inform the creation of action plans for improvement.
  • Facilitate regular workshops, review meetings, and system walkthroughs with CBUs and other key stakeholders
  • Share insights with the broader HRU team to align PMS work with learning and development reforms, creating integrated solutions.
  • Maintain relationships with all stakeholders by creating periodic updates through documents, presentations, etc

Education and Experience

  • Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, Social Work or a related field.
  • 6 to 8 years of experience in a high-performing environment, focusing on project management/ technology consulting, etc., preferably within the Indian government ecosystem
  • Prior performance management and/ or HR strengthening experience in the development sector, preferably with governments.

Note

  • The role will be based out of Bhubaneswar
  • Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales, depending on the candidates experience levels.

CEGIS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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About Personnel Management (PM) Vertical

We believe that empowered, equipped and future-ready public officials are crucial to achieving citizen-centric service delivery.

We work with central, state, and local governments to actualise their human capital by improving human resource management (HRM) practices and organisational effectiveness using a competency-driven approach. We believe that supporting governments in undertaking these reforms will result in improved execution capacity and a fulfilling career journey for public officials.

The competency-driven approach focuses on the knowledge, skills, and attitude required for specific government roles. By undertaking this approach, CEGIS aims to bring clarity to the work done by officials and empower them to achieve better results. This translates to a shift in accountability from simply following processes to delivering tangible outcomes.

The Personnel Management team achieves this through three key workstreams.

  1. Competency-Based Recruitment: Ensuring the right people are selected for the job and bringing the necessary competencies (knowledge, skills, and attitude) on board from the outset.
  2. Competency-Based Learning & Development: Equipping public officials with the ongoing training and development they need to excel in their roles.
  3. Performance Management Systems: Evaluating and improving individual and team performance based on achieving defined goals, not just by adherence to procedures.

Through these efforts, the Personnel Management team strives to bring enhanced clarity and effectiveness to government work in India. By empowering officials with the right skills and holding them accountable for achieving desired outcomes, CEGIS is paving the way for a more efficient and impactful government service.

Project and Position Summary
We are seeking a PM, Solution Delivery, Government of India (GoI) initiative to join our team in driving transformative, competency-based capacity-building initiatives for public officials across India. The role involves providing strategic direction, spearheading solution design and delivery, and ensuring alignment of interventions with broader governance and capacity-building goals of the state/MDO.

The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of competency-based HR systems, coupled with strong experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and institutional reform.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence systemic change at scale, working closely with senior public officials, donors, and implementation partners to shape the future of HR and governance reform in India. Its an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about combining strategic foresight with hands-on leadership and seeking to create measurable, lasting impact in public service delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities
Research and Solutioning

    • Leads diagnostic research, analyses datasets and generates insights to identify system-level gaps in HRM within an MDO and inform contextualised design and delivery of existing solutions
    • Contextualises frameworks and tools for enabling competency-based human resource reforms and the rollout of learning and development solutions (such as competency mapping, training needs assessments, curated learning programs) within the MDO
    • Stays abreast of emerging trends in HR practices such as recruitment, capacity building and performance management in the public sector to inform solution refinement
    • Informs iterative improvement of solutions by relaying field insights to the solution design teams

Project and Knowledge Management

    • Leads end-to-end program design and delivery by formulating precise problem statements, goals, and project plans
    • Oversees and leads the team towards execution of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and interdependencies
    • Monitors project progress, risks, and dependencies, and implements timely course corrections
    • Strengthens project delivery and institutional capability by embedding competency-based frameworks (ensuring quality in competency mapping, assessments and learning programs), standard operating procedures, and scalable processes
    • Maintains a system of knowledge capture and documentation to build institutional memory and scalable delivery of solutions across states/ MDO

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

    • Manages relationships with key government partners, training institutions, and internal teams to ensure alignment on program scope, design and implementation
    • Maintains a regular communication cadence with external stakeholders, ensuring timely sharing of project updates, reports, and deliverables
    • Ensures cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to gather inputs, share learnings, avoid duplication, and maintain consistency across tools and communication artefacts
    • Leads advocacy efforts with senior bureaucratic and political leadership to build consensus and institutionalise customised HR reforms within the state/MDO

Team and Organisational Development

    • Leads and mentors a team, guiding work planning, quality control, and developmental support to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
    • Supports team performance reviews and identifies opportunities for skill enhancement and role progression
    • Contributes to end-to-end talent hiring and management within the organisation, ensuring alignment with organisational culture
    • Strengthens organisational culture and visibility by championing internal learning initiatives, fostering a culture of collaboration, and representing the organisation in external forums, partnerships, and knowledge-sharing platforms

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related discipline from a reputed institution
  • 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in HR management, capacity building, or project management/consulting, including at least 12 years of experience working within the Indian government ecosystem
  • Prior experience in leading teams or managing cross-functional collaborations

Note

  • The role will be based in New Delhi
  • Proficiency in Hindi and English
  • Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales, depending on the candidates experience levels.
  • CEGIS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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About CEGIS

Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS – pronounced See-Jis) aims to improve lives by helping Indian state governments deliver better development outcomes. We believe that well-functioning governments share at least four features with high-performing organisations: (a) measuring outcomes through reliable, high quality data that enables goal setting and monitoring progress towards these goals; (b) strategic use of personnel – competency based hiring and training, skilling, and performance appraisals to determine job assignments, pay, and promotions – to achieve the goals above; (c) strategic budgeting where resource allocation is based on evidence and cost-effectiveness; (d) and creating efficient systems to leverage external actors (including for-profit and nonprofit organisations). At CEGIS, we support the state governments to build these foundations so that they can deliver development outcomes more effectively.

CEGIS works closely with the political and bureaucratic leadership in the states to achieve transformational change. We are currently present in 9 states - Assam, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh. We also partner with union agencies/ministries such as Capacity Building Commission, Ministry of Women & Child Development (MoWCD), Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) to provide technical support for strengthening foundational systems and reflect insights from CEGISs work at the state-level into national level initiatives and guidelines. We also collaborate closely with academics and research institutions to ensure our work is grounded in rigorous research and evidence-based practices.

CEGIS Approach and Model of Functioning

Our solutions to enhance governance are co-created with state governments in a state-led way, where we focus on deep partnerships with states with an iterative cycle of think-demonstrate-document-transfer. We work closely with the top bureaucratic leadership, front-line workers and public officials in Finance, Planning, Human Resources and a few other priority line departments. Many of our solutions reflect ideas outlined in our founder Prof. Karthik Muralidharan's book (Accelerating India's Development), and these solutions are constantly being refined based on real-time feedback and are designed to both be customized to the contexts we are working in, and to create templates that can provide the starting point for replication across contexts.

To further explore the mission of CEGIS and the impact we hope to have, please take a look at this video of our CEO, Dr Vijay Pingale.

About the Education sector
Education is a core sector for CEGIS. We work with departments of School Education, SCERTs, examination boards and related agencies to improve learning outcomes and schooling trajectories for children. As a governance focused organization, our work focuses less on classroom-level interventions and more on the enabling conditions for building effective education systems. Through targeted interventions in data systems, personnel management, procurement, digital/public goods, and public finance, CEGIS supports governments to design and operationalize strategies that improve foundational learning and broader schooling outcomes. After 5+ years of testing and validating individual point solutions across data, personnel, and public finance systems, CEGIS aims to integrate these components of system strengthening interventions to accelerate improvement of education outcomes. The education sector-lead will drive this agenda.

Across Health, Education, and Nutrition, CEGIS anchors its sectoral strategies around a common early-life outcomes framework. Early Childhood Development (ECD) sits at the core of the Education portfolio, while the first 1,000 days—from conception to age two—form a central pillar of Health and Nutrition. These are not treated as parallel programmes, but as an integrated continuum of human development, where maternal health, nutrition, caregiving practices, early learning, and system delivery intersect.

Position Summary

The Sector Head – Education will be CEGIS senior-most leader for the education portfolio. The role is responsible for architecting the sector strategy, stewarding a multi-state portfolio of engagements, building relations with and coordinating among a broad coalition of ecosystem players in education, and providing deep technical and strategic leadership on education system reform.

The Sector Head will command credibility with senior government partners and funders, and will work closely with CEGIS state leads and horizontal solution teams to ensure that engagements are coherent, outcome-linked, and progress along the solution maturity curve.

This is a senior leadership role that combines sectoral expertise, technical rigour in understanding research and evidence, practical wisdom about how best to deploy technical solutions, portfolio management, ecosystem-building, and people leadership.

Reporting to the Chief of Solutions, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring methodological rigor, quality, and alignment with strategic objectives, while fostering cross-learning and innovation. You will also be expected to work closely with CEGIS Founder and Scientific Director (Prof. Karthik Muralidharan) to understand the intellectual vision behind proposed reforms and work closely on refining them, in ways that reflect cutting edge evidence.

Roles & Responsibilities

Sector Strategy and Portfolio Leadership

  • Refine and periodically update CEGIS sector strategy for education, anchored in CEGIS Theory of Change and solution maturity model.
  • Translate the strategy into a clear portfolio roadmap across states – including anchor projects, prototypes and learning agendas.
  • Work with the state leads to prioritise and sequence engagements based on impact potential, feasibility, and strategic fit.
  • Ensure each major engagement has a clear line-of-sight to student learning, equity and completion outcomes, with defined intermediate milestones and metrics.

Partnerships, Ecosystem Engagement and Funding Narratives

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior bureaucrats in School Education Departments, SCERTs and other relevant agencies across states and at the Union level.
  • Represent CEGIS and its education work in key sector fora, working groups and high-level committees.
  • Co-create an outcome-linked funding narrative for the education portfolio with the fundraising and donor relations teams; anchor and review concept notes, proposals and reports.
  • Engage funders as thought partners, sharing learnings, risks and opportunities in a transparent manner.
  • Cultivate a network of academic and practitioner partners (universities, research labs, NGOs, EdTech/DPG actors) to complement and strengthen CEGIS work.

Technical Stewardship and Quality Assurance

  • Provide technical leadership on education systems to project teams across states, ensuring methodological rigour and internal coherence.
  • Guide teams on problem diagnosis, solution design, implementation support and adaptive course correction using administrative and survey data.
  • Work with Measurement, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and Outcome Measurement teams to define sector-specific indicators and dashboards that link system and functionary-level changes to learning outcomes.
  • Aggregate learning across engagements into reusable solution playbooks, case studies and knowledge products for public use by governments and other organizations.

Internal Leadership and Cross-Sector Learning

  • Collaborate with the Health and Nutrition Sector Leads to leverage synergies – for example around ECD, school health and adolescent wellbeing.
  • Mentor and support mid-level colleagues working on education and contribute to building a strong sector bench within CEGIS.
  • Contribute to internal learning spaces and the CEGIS Academy/L&D agenda as faculty/anchor from the education side.
  • Model CEGIS values and operating norms – transparency, intellectual rigour and a strong bias to implementation and partnership with the state.

Cross-Sector Integration & Early Life Outcomes

  • Work collaboratively to design and operationalize solutions that cut across departmental silos aligning service delivery, data systems, and institutional incentives so that states move from fragmented interventions to a coherent early-life strategy that improves survival, growth, learning readiness, and long-term productivity.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

Educational Qualification

  • Masters degree in Education, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field. A PhD in a relevant discipline is an advantage but not mandatory. What is essential is the ability to read, understand, and synthesize primary research with adequate judgment to assess the quality and generalizability of evidence.

Professional Experience

  • 15–20 years of progressive experience in education – for example research, system reform programmes, large-scale delivery or advisory/consulting.
  • At least 5 years in senior leadership roles involving direct engagement with governments (state or Union), preferably on system-wide education reforms.
  • Demonstrated experience of leading large, multi-stakeholder projects or portfolios and working with/within government systems (education departments, SCERTs, boards).
  • Proven experience engaging with domestic and global funders or multilaterals on strategy, programme design and funding.
  • Strong strategic thinking and systems-thinking orientation; ability to connect sector reforms to citizen-level outcomes.
  • Ability to command credibility and trust with senior bureaucrats, funders, peers and team members.
  • Comfort with both quantitative and qualitative data and ability to translate analyses into actionable insights and narratives.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in at least one Indian language is preferred.
  • High degree of ownership, bias to action and comfort with ambiguity in a fast-growing organisation.

Personal characteristics & Interpersonal abilities

  • Operating style suited to working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where teamwork, resourcefulness, and ownership are highly valued.
  • Ability to think creatively, take calculated risks, and translate ideas into action.
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen, valuing and integrating diverse perspectives.
  • Versatility and comfort in taking on new problems and quickly diving into unfamiliar sectors or contexts.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role can be based out of Delhi/ Mumbai/ Chennai/ Hyderabad/ Bangalore. Travel to other states will be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidate's experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

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About CEGIS

Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS – pronounced See-Jis) aims to improve lives by helping Indian state governments deliver better development outcomes. We believe that well-functioning governments share at least four features with high-performing organisations: (a) measuring outcomes through reliable, high quality data that enables goal setting and monitoring progress towards these goals; (b) strategic use of personnel – competency based hiring and training, skilling, and performance appraisals to determine job assignments, pay, and promotions – to achieve the goals above; (c) strategic budgeting where resource allocation is based on evidence and cost-effectiveness; (d) and creating efficient systems to leverage external actors (including for-profit and nonprofit organisations). At CEGIS, we support the state governments to build these foundations so that they can deliver development outcomes more effectively.

CEGIS works closely with the political and bureaucratic leadership in the states to achieve transformational change. We are currently present in 9 states - Assam, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh. We also partner with union agencies/ministries such as Capacity Building Commission, Ministry of Women & Child Development (MoWCD), Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) to provide technical support for strengthening foundational systems and reflect insights from CEGISs work at the state-level into national level initiatives and guidelines. We also collaborate closely with academics and research institutions to ensure our work is grounded in rigorous research and evidence-based practices.

CEGIS Approach and Model of Functioning

Our solutions to enhance governance are co-created with state governments in a state-led way, where we focus on deep partnerships with states with an iterative cycle of think-demonstrate-document-transfer. We work closely with the top bureaucratic leadership, front-line workers and public officials in Finance, Planning, Human Resources and a few other priority line departments. Many of our solutions reflect ideas outlined in our founder Prof. Karthik Muralidharan's book (Accelerating India's Development), and these solutions are constantly being refined based on real-time feedback and are designed to both be customized to the contexts we are working in, and to create templates that can provide the starting point for replication across contexts.

To further explore the mission of CEGIS and the impact we hope to have, please take a look at this video of our CEO, Dr Vijay Pingale.

About the Nutrition sector
Nutrition and early childhood development (ECD) are central priorities for CEGIS. We typically work with Departments/Ministries of Women and Child Development and related agencies that anchor the ICDS system and the wider ECD ecosystem. Our work focuses on strengthening delivery systems so that children 0–6 years and women across the life cycle receive timely and appropriate services. Through interventions in data systems, personnel management, procurement, supply chain management and public finance, CEGIS aims to enable accurate and prompt identification and timely treatment of undernourished children and at-risk women, as well as prevention of malnutrition and associated risks.

Across Health, Education, and Nutrition, CEGIS anchors its sectoral strategies around a common early-life outcomes framework. Early Childhood Development (ECD) sits at the core of the Education portfolio, while the first 1,000 days—from conception to age two—form a central pillar of Health and Nutrition. These are not treated as parallel programmes, but as an integrated continuum of human development, where maternal health, nutrition, caregiving practices, early learning, and system delivery intersect.

Position Summary

The Sector Head – Nutrition will be CEGIS senior-most leader for the nutrition and ECD portfolio. The role is responsible for architecting CEGIS strategy on systems strengthening for nutrition and ECD, building relations with and coordinating among a broad coalition of ecosystem players in education, stewarding a multi-state portfolio of engagements and providing deep technical and strategic leadership on nutrition and ECD.

The Sector Head will command credibility with senior government partners, funders and technical experts, and will work closely with CEGIS state leads and horizontal solution teams to ensure that engagements are coherent, outcome-linked and progress along the solution maturity curve.

This is a senior leadership role that combines sectoral expertise, technical rigour in understanding research and evidence, practical wisdom about how best to deploy technical solutions, portfolio management, ecosystem-building and people leadership.

Reporting to the Chief of Solutions, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring methodological rigor, quality, and alignment with strategic objectives, while fostering cross-learning and innovation. You will also be expected to work closely with CEGIS Founder and Scientific Director (Prof. Karthik Muralidharan) to understand the intellectual vision behind proposed reforms and work closely on refining them, in ways that reflect cutting edge evidence.

Roles & Responsibilities

Sector Strategy and Portfolio Leadership

  • Refine and design CEGIS organisational strategy for improving governance in the nutrition and ECD sector, ensuring that it is comprehensive, coherent and innovative.
  • Translate this strategy into a clear portfolio roadmap across states – including anchor projects, prototypes and learning agendas.
  • Work with state leads to define outcome pathways and intermediate metrics for each major engagement (for example stunting, wasting, underweight, anaemia and gestational outcomes).
  • Review the portfolio periodically to rebalance the investment of time and resources based on learning, feasibility and strategic importance.

Partnerships, Ecosystem Engagement and Funding Narratives

  • Identify, institutionalise and manage partnerships, being the point of contact for communication with various stakeholders in the nutrition and ECD ecosystem and supporting local engagements.
  • Cultivate and sustain relationships and networks with prospective donors and industry experts, sectoral influencers, HNIs, non-profits and ecosystem players through technical engagements and meaningful communication.
  • Position CEGIS nutrition and ECD offerings in a way that resonates with funders, demonstrating alignment with donor visions, sectoral priorities and organisational strategy.
  • Co-create a nutrition-focused funding narrative and pipeline with the fundraising and donor relations teams; anchor and review compelling concept notes and proposals that highlight CEGIS strategic approach and interventions.
  • Participate in external events, workshops and conferences to advocate for CEGIS mission and establish mechanisms of cross-learning both internally and externally.

Technical Stewardship and Quality Assurance

  • Provide technical sectoral leadership to projects across states and solutions, ensuring alignment with overall strategy and high-quality outputs.
  • Provide strategic insights into project structure, approach, methodologies and deliverables, leveraging support from state and project leads.
  • Engage with leadership to ensure that the nutrition and ECD portfolio aligns with CEGIS Theory of Change and broader strategy.
  • Participate, as required, and help teams scope and build solution proposals, ensuring a balance of rigour, feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
  • Work closely with the Measurement, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team to create required frameworks and aggregate learnings into reusable playbooks and knowledge products for public use by governments and other organizations.

Internal Leadership and Cross-Sector Learning

  • Foster cross-learning between projects in different states or anchored by different solution teams working on nutrition and ECD.
  • Collaborate closely with the Education and Health Sector Leads on integrated ECD and womens health agendas (for example anaemia, hypertension and adolescent health).
  • Mentor mid-level colleagues working on nutrition and ECD and contribute to building a strong sector bench within CEGIS.
  • Model CEGIS values and operating norms – transparency, intellectual rigour and a strong bias to implementation and partnership with the state.

Cross-Sector Integration & Early Life Outcomes

  • Work collaboratively to design and operationalize solutions that cut across departmental silos aligning service delivery, data systems, and institutional incentives so that states move from fragmented interventions to a coherent early-life strategy that improves survival, growth, learning readiness, and long-term productivity.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

Educational Qualification

  • Masters degree in relevant fields such as Public Health, Nutrition, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies or a related field. A PhD in a relevant discipline is an advantage but not mandatory. What is essential is the ability to read, understand, and synthesize primary research with adequate judgment to assess the quality and generalizability of evidence.

Professional Experience

  • 15–20 years of progressive experience in research, programme design and implementation or consulting in nutrition and ECD, with at least 5 years in senior, government-facing roles.
  • Experience working with government systems, especially on topics related to nutrition and ECD, is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated track record of engaging with global donors and multilateral institutions for strategic proposal development and leading grant proposals for large projects.
  • Experience engaging with senior bureaucrats in national and state governments, especially in advocating for and designing large-scale sectoral solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of frameworks, theories and research related to nutrition and ECD; field experience in ECD is preferred.
  • Strong stakeholder management and people engagement skills, including aligning multiple stakeholders and building platforms for collaboration and coordination.
  • Demonstrates empathy and emotional intelligence; comfortable innovating, taking initiative and solutioning within complex contexts.
  • Passion for working with governments and making Indian states work better; intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in at least one Indian language is preferred.

Personal characteristics & Interpersonal abilities

  • Operating style suited to working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where teamwork, resourcefulness, and ownership are highly valued.
  • Ability to think creatively, take calculated risks, and translate ideas into action.
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen, valuing and integrating diverse perspectives.
  • Versatility and comfort in taking on new problems and quickly diving into unfamiliar sectors or contexts.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role can be based out of Delhi/ Mumbai/ Chennai/ Hyderabad/ Bangalore. Travel to other states will be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidate's experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

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Job Overview:

As a Senior Program Associate (SPA) at The Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS), you will play a vital role in various projects across their entire life cycle. This includes handling concept notes, department-level diagnostics, solution identification, pilot development, pilot implementation, and providing support for scale-up initiatives. Projects typically involve frontline service delivery. Reporting to the respective Project Lead(s), you will significantly contribute to the analytical aspects of the projects, ensuring effective governance and public expenditure reforms.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong analytical mindset to track and analyze data from various sources. The individual will be responsible for conducting independent research, root cause analysis, and presenting insights for effective problem-solving. Additionally, the role involves supporting project planning and implementation, stakeholder engagement, and documentation of project progress.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

Data Analysis and Insight Generation:

  • Track and analyze data for accuracy and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Extract important insights from complex datasets relevant to key stakeholders.
  • Prioritize and address data issues promptly to support project progress and decision-making.

Research, Solution Support and Documentation:

  • Independently conduct research and root cause analysis, documenting and presenting insights.
  • Produce comprehensive presentations and documentation to convey critical project insights.
  • Create concept notes, policy briefs, and other documentation for stakeholder communication.
  • Co-creates project specific solutions by collaborating with vertical teams
  • Suggests enhancements to project approach, frameworks and targeted solutions based on government context

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

  • Evaluate project contingencies and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Anticipate client requirements through policy review
  • Coordinate stakeholder meetings and gather feedback for project progress and decision-making
  • Conduct regular stakeholder analysis through intelligence and feedback mechanisms
  • Foster deep connections with stakeholders including level 2 and level 3 stakeholders and suggest innovative ideas to nurture partnerships.

Project Management:

  • Plan and prioritise work plans, ensuring accountability for set timelines.
  • Evaluate project contingencies incl delays, roadblocks and assist in strategies to create buy-in
  • Ensure transparent and effective communication channels are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop high-quality outputs, including reports, notes, and analyses & Ensure these deliverables meet the standards for dissemination at various forums, contributing to the project's success and visibility.
  • Support project team members and manage their time effectively.
  • Assist in altering project goals and outcomes based on stakeholder feedback and project progress.
  • Take increasing responsibility for project management

Qualifications and Skills Needed:

  • 3-6 years of experience with minimum 3 years of experience with a Masters degree or equivalent in economics, public policy, social science, or related fields from a reputable institution. High calibre Graduates will be considered
  • Fluency in English and basic to intermediate proficiency in Kannada.
  • Proficiency in data analysis, including strong analytical skills in tracking and analyzing data, expertise in statistical tools like STATA and Excel, and conducting independent research and root cause analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving skills coupled with creative thinking aptitude, risk-taking willingness, and the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans, all complemented by adept project management abilities.
  • Exceptional writing and communication abilities to create documentation and presentations to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
  • Adaptability to excel in independent work environments and small organizational settings, demonstrating both self-motivation and the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Capacity to foster partnerships and nurture stakeholder relationships.
  • Proficiency in prioritizing tasks, planning timelines, and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Knowledge management and organizational skills for maintaining project-related data and information.
  • Commitment to CEGISs mission and values.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Bangalore. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

Pre-reads for the application process:

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

Podcast episodes with Prof. Karthik Muralidharan one each on education and healthcare in India.

You are also encouraged to read more of Prof. Karthik Muralidharans work here and through his book Accelerating Indias Development: A State-Led Roadmap for India Development.

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Overview:

Within CEGIS, the Outcome Measurement (OM) teams role is to support institutionalisation of data driven decision making by setting up the required infrastructure and technical capacity with the Planning department and relevant line departments in the State. High quality data and insights generated through this facility are expected to provide assistance to the State in goal setting, progress monitoring and strategic decision making for personnel and budget/ finance management.

Specifically, this will, among other things, entail:

  • Conducting independent household level outcome measurement across various sectors such as school education, health, child nutrition, water & sanitation, jobs & unemployment, public safety and agriculture etc. to assist the government in goal setting and progress monitoring
  • Measuring integrity of administrative data gathered and managed by the state machinery and suggest ways of improving its quality
  • Conducting high-frequency measurement of outcomes and monitoring (of key programs and schemes) using various tools and techniques
  • Generating learning notes to document project milestones and lessons for the future, and share generalizable knowledge with the wider team.

The Senior Program Associate (SPA)- Outcome Measurement will play an important role in contextualising and executing the CEGIS vision in a select state. The role will work closely with the Outcome Measurement technical team and project delivery teams in the respective State team. The Senior Program Associate will be directly reporting to the Program Manager, Outcome Measurement in the state.

Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Organization:

  • Collect, organize, and monitor data from various sources ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Validate data sources and conduct verification checks for data reliability.
  • Design and administer questionnaires for data collection.

Data Maintenance and Quality Control:

  • Monitor and maintain secure data repositories ensuring data integrity.
  • Prioritize and address data issues promptly to support project progress.
  • Maintain records of data quality control processes and identify areas for enhancement.
  • Evaluate data quality, analyze trends, and interpret findings to generate critical insights.

Alignment with Project Objectives:

  • Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to align data diagnostics and analysis plans with project objectives.
  • Support creation of technical notes and analysis protocols.
  • Assist in defining metrics and drafting project diagnostics reports.
  • Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Engagement and Relationship Management:

  • Support managers in developing and implementing effective engagement strategies with external stakeholders.
  • Share learnings and insights with government officials.
  • Manage relationships with senior officials in relevant departments.
  • Communicate project objectives and requirements to government counterparts.

Project Management and Leadership:

  • Perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Independently create and prioritize work plans, ensuring accountability for set timelines.
  • Maintain proactiveness and self-motivation while delivering project requirements.
  • Manage a portion of Project Associates' time and support their onboarding and capacity building.
  • Focus on self-development and deepening expertise.
  • Collaborate with team members to compile and document insights and best practices.
  • Create knowledge products and documents by synthesizing information from different perspectives and participate in knowledge sharing.
  • Identify potential project opportunities and conduct preliminary feasibility assessments.

Qualifications:

  • 3 - 5 years of experience with a Masters degree or equivalent in economics, public policy, social science or related fields from a reputed institution
  • Proven experience in project management and analytical contributions.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Experience with data cleaning and analysis of large and complex data sets and econometric analysis
  • Knowledge of STATA or R (strongly preferred) or any other data analysis software preferred
  • Experience in client servicing/government projects would be preferred
  • Commitment to CEGIS's mission and values.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Delhi/Karnataka/Chennai/Hyderabad. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

Pre-reads for the application process:

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

Apply Now Refer this job

Overview:

Within CEGIS, the Public Revenue/Taxation/Public Finance teams role is to support institutionalisation of data driven decision making by setting up the required infrastructure and technical capacity with the relevant line departments. High quality data and insights generated are expected to aid the State in goal setting, progress monitoring and strategic decision making. In addition, as a sectoral workstream, specific objectives are furthered by testing and institutionalising interventions in the form of Micro RCTs with the larger goal of improving tax compliance and augmenting revenues.

Position Summary

​​As a Senior Program Associate (SPA) at The Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS), you will play a vital role in various projects across their entire life cycle. This includes handling concept notes, department-level diagnostics, solution identification, pilot development, pilot implementation, and providing support for scale-up initiatives, all while significantly contributing to the analytical aspects of the projects. Typically, these projects shall be anchored with the Departments of Finance and Planning and may involve engagements with frontline service delivery departments (e.g., local governance, nutrition, education etc.). You'll ensure effective governance and public expenditure reforms by meticulously tracking and analyzing data from various sources, conducting independent research and root cause analysis, and presenting insights for effective problem-solving. Additionally, you'll support project planning and implementation, stakeholder engagement, and documentation of project progress and knowledge management under the supervision of respective Project Leads.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

Data Analysis and Insight Generation:

    • Engage with departments to collect relevant data, develop quantitative and qualitative tools/templates, administer these tools, and support in cleaning and organizing the data.
    • Track and analyze data for accuracy and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis.
    • Extract important insights from complex datasets relevant to key stakeholders.
    • Prioritize and address data issues promptly to support project progress and decision-making.
    • Ensure compliance with internal data management and security protocols
  • Research and Documentation:
    • Independently conduct research and root cause analysis, documenting and presenting insights.
    • Produce comprehensive presentations and documentation to convey critical project insights.
    • Collaborate with other teams to jointly develop and implement technical solutions tailored to specific project requirements as is suitable for the states context.
    • Create concept notes, policy briefs, and other documentation for stakeholder communication.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
    • Evaluate project contingencies and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Assist the project team in collecting critical information and departmental updates by maintaining regular communication with government counterparts, partner organisations, and other relevant stakeholders.
    • Coordinate stakeholder meetings and gather feedback for project progress and decision-making.
    • Foster deep connections with stakeholders and suggest innovative ideas to nurture partnerships.
  • Project Management & Delivery:
    • Understand project requirements, coordinate with internal teams and external partners for delivery excellence.
    • Support comparison and assessment of different strategies, frameworks, and solutions for effective decision-making.
    • Plan and prioritise work plans, ensuring accountability for set timelines.
    • Assist in altering project goals and outcomes based on stakeholder feedback and project progress, flag project risks.
    • Support knowledge management processes to help achieve project and organisational objectives (for example, assisting in maintaining a project-based knowledge repository).

Qualifications:

  • A Masters degree or equivalent preferred in economics, public policy, social science or related fields from a reputed institution, bright graduate applicants may be considered.
  • 3-6 years of experience. Minimum 3 years of work experience in India with organisations working in related fields of work i.e., research agencies, policy think-tanks, government or private sector organisations working on government advisory or consulting
  • Proven experience in project management and analytical contributions.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Experience with data cleaning and analysis of large and complex data sets and econometric analysis
  • Knowledge of STATA or R (strongly preferred) or any other data analysis software preferred
  • Experience in client servicing/government projects would be preferred
  • Report writing and presentations with proficiency in MS Office and other tools

Personal Characteristics and Desired Qualities

  • Fluency in English and proficiency in XXX.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for research to formulate solutions
  • Excellent writing and communication skills (ability to communicate complex ideas in a meaningful way and across different audiences)
  • Ability to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines
  • Ability to think creatively, willing to take risks, to experiment with new ideas and to turn ideas into action
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen to others, understanding and valuing others views
  • Operating style suited to working independently and in a small organization setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Chennai. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.


Pre-reads for the application process

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

Apply Now Refer this job

Overview:

Within CEGIS, the Outcome Measurement (OM) teams role is to support institutionalisation of data driven decision making by setting up the required infrastructure and technical capacity with the Planning department and relevant line departments in the State. High quality data and insights generated through this facility are expected to provide assistance to the State in goal setting, progress monitoring and strategic decision making for personnel and budget/ finance management.

Specifically, this will, among other things, entail:

  • Conducting independent household level outcome measurement across various sectors such as school education, health, child nutrition, water & sanitation, jobs & unemployment, public safety and agriculture etc. to assist the government in goal setting and progress monitoring
  • Measuring integrity of administrative data gathered and managed by the state machinery and suggest ways of improving its quality
  • Conducting high-frequency measurement of outcomes and monitoring (of key programs and schemes) using various tools and techniques
  • Generating learning notes to document project milestones and lessons for the future, and share generalizable knowledge with the wider team.

The Senior Program Associate (SPA)- Outcome Measurement will play an important role in contextualising and executing the CEGIS vision in a select state. The role will work closely with the Outcome Measurement technical team and project delivery teams in the respective State team. The Senior Program Associate will be directly reporting to the Program Manager, Outcome Measurement in the state.

Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Organization:

  • Collect, organize, and monitor data from various sources ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Validate data sources and conduct verification checks for data reliability.
  • Design and administer questionnaires for data collection.

Data Maintenance and Quality Control:

  • Monitor and maintain secure data repositories ensuring data integrity.
  • Prioritize and address data issues promptly to support project progress.
  • Maintain records of data quality control processes and identify areas for enhancement.
  • Evaluate data quality, analyze trends, and interpret findings to generate critical insights.

Alignment with Project Objectives:

  • Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to align data diagnostics and analysis plans with project objectives.
  • Support creation of technical notes and analysis protocols.
  • Assist in defining metrics and drafting project diagnostics reports.
  • Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Engagement and Relationship Management:

  • Support managers in developing and implementing effective engagement strategies with external stakeholders.
  • Share learnings and insights with government officials.
  • Manage relationships with senior officials in relevant departments.
  • Communicate project objectives and requirements to government counterparts.

Project Management and Leadership:

  • Perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Independently create and prioritize work plans, ensuring accountability for set timelines.
  • Maintain proactiveness and self-motivation while delivering project requirements.
  • Manage a portion of Project Associates' time and support their onboarding and capacity building.
  • Focus on self-development and deepening expertise.
  • Collaborate with team members to compile and document insights and best practices.
  • Create knowledge products and documents by synthesizing information from different perspectives and participate in knowledge sharing.
  • Identify potential project opportunities and conduct preliminary feasibility assessments.

Qualifications:

  • 3 - 5 years of experience with a Masters degree or equivalent in economics, public policy, social science or related fields from a reputed institution
  • Proven experience in project management and analytical contributions.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Experience with data cleaning and analysis of large and complex data sets and econometric analysis
  • Knowledge of STATA or R (strongly preferred) or any other data analysis software preferred
  • Experience in client servicing/government projects would be preferred
  • Commitment to CEGIS's mission and values.

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Bhubaneswar. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.


Pre-reads for the application process:

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

Apply Now Refer this job

Overview:

Within CEGIS, the Public Revenue/Taxation/Public Finance teams role is to support institutionalisation of data driven decision making by setting up the required infrastructure and technical capacity with the relevant line departments. High quality data and insights generated are expected to aid the State in goal setting, progress monitoring and strategic decision making. In addition, as a sectoral workstream, specific objectives are furthered by testing and institutionalising interventions in the form of Micro RCTs with the larger goal of improving tax compliance and augmenting revenues.

Position Summary

​​As a Senior Program Associate (SPA) at The Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS), you will play a vital role in various projects across their entire life cycle. This includes handling concept notes, department-level diagnostics, solution identification, pilot development, pilot implementation, and providing support for scale-up initiatives, all while significantly contributing to the analytical aspects of the projects. Typically, these projects shall be anchored with the Departments of Finance and Planning and may involve engagements with frontline service delivery departments (e.g., local governance, nutrition, education etc.). You'll ensure effective governance and public expenditure reforms by meticulously tracking and analyzing data from various sources, conducting independent research and root cause analysis, and presenting insights for effective problem-solving. Additionally, you'll support project planning and implementation, stakeholder engagement, and documentation of project progress and knowledge management under the supervision of respective Project Leads.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

Data Analysis and Insight Generation:

    • Engage with departments to collect relevant data, develop quantitative and qualitative tools/templates, administer these tools, and support in cleaning and organizing the data.
    • Track and analyze data for accuracy and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis.
    • Extract important insights from complex datasets relevant to key stakeholders.
    • Prioritize and address data issues promptly to support project progress and decision-making.
    • Ensure compliance with internal data management and security protocols

 Research and Documentation:

    • Independently conduct research and root cause analysis, documenting and presenting insights.
    • Produce comprehensive presentations and documentation to convey critical project insights.
    • Collaborate with other teams to jointly develop and implement technical solutions tailored to specific project requirements as is suitable for the states context.
    • Create concept notes, policy briefs, and other documentation for stakeholder communication.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

    • Evaluate project contingencies and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Assist the project team in collecting critical information and departmental updates by maintaining regular communication with government counterparts, partner organisations, and other relevant stakeholders.
    • Coordinate stakeholder meetings and gather feedback for project progress and decision-making.
    • Foster deep connections with stakeholders and suggest innovative ideas to nurture partnerships.

Project Management & Delivery:

    • Understand project requirements, coordinate with internal teams and external partners for delivery excellence.
    • Support comparison and assessment of different strategies, frameworks, and solutions for effective decision-making.
    • Plan and prioritise work plans, ensuring accountability for set timelines.
    • Assist in altering project goals and outcomes based on stakeholder feedback and project progress, flag project risks.
    • Support knowledge management processes to help achieve project and organisational objectives (for example, assisting in maintaining a project-based knowledge repository).

Qualifications:

  • A Masters degree or equivalent preferred in economics, public policy, social science or related fields from a reputed institution, bright graduate applicants may be considered.
  • 3-6 years of experience. Minimum 3 years of work experience in India with organisations working in related fields of work i.e., research agencies, policy think-tanks, government or private sector organisations working on government advisory or consulting
  • Proven experience in project management and analytical contributions.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Experience with data cleaning and analysis of large and complex data sets and econometric analysis
  • Knowledge of STATA or R (strongly preferred) or any other data analysis software preferred
  • Experience in client servicing/government projects would be preferred
  • Report writing and presentations with proficiency in MS Office and other tools

Personal Characteristics and Desired Qualities

  • Fluency in English and proficiency in XXX.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for research to formulate solutions
  • Excellent writing and communication skills (ability to communicate complex ideas in a meaningful way and across different audiences)
  • Ability to set priorities, plan timelines and meet deadlines
  • Ability to think creatively, willing to take risks, to experiment with new ideas and to turn ideas into action
  • High ability to collaborate and actively listen to others, understanding and valuing others views
  • Operating style suited to working independently and in a small organization setting, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued

Location and Compensation

Location: The role will be based out of Bhubaneswar. Travel to other states may be required.

Remuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy and social sector pay scales and will depend on the candidates experience levels.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications by clicking the apply button below

Note: CEGIS has zero tolerance for sexual harassment. We therefore expect each applicant to self-declare related to the same. CEGIS could, if required, initiate a prevention of sexual harassment-based background verification. If an applicant is reported for misconduct, appropriate action that may include employment termination would be taken. Please complete the details for self-declaration on the application form.

Pre-reads for the application process

Please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

Apply Now Refer this job

General interest applications:  If you are excited about our mission, but don’t see any open roles that are a match for your skills, you can always fill out our General Application Form. We review submissions on a rolling basis and will reach out if we think you might be a good fit. Please note that we cannot respond to all applications. You will hear from us if you are shortlisted for the first level in the screening process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of caste, creed, race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and basis of disability.

FAQ

If your profile matches the current openings, the Talent Acquisition team from CEGIS will connect with you within a week or so. If you do not receive a response to your application, it is likely that there is no obvious fit between your experience and skills and the role for which you applied.

  • Step 1: (After application short-listing) A member of our Talent Acquisition team will schedule an introductory audio or video call to understand your experience, skills, and motivation to work with CEGIS.
  • Step 2: Depending on the role(s) you are interested in, and the open positions we plan to hire for, the talent advisor will take your candidature to the next steps, which include
  • Step 3: Completing a written assignment to assess aptitude for the role and writing skills, as well as an online assessment.
  • Step 4: If you pass the assignment, there will be 1 or 2 rounds of technical interviews with the hiring managers. For senior positions, there may be more than two rounds of interviews.
  • Step 5: The final HR interview helps assess the culture fit and also answer any questions you may have for CEGIS.
  • Step 6: The Talent Acquisition (TA) team informs the selected candidate of the outcome of his/her application. As a next step, the HR team will discuss the compensation for the position, and based on your acceptance, three professional references will be sought.

We usually aim to complete the interview process within a timeframe of 3 to 4 weeks.

You may apply for multiple roles. Your profile will be assessed, and we will take it forward with the role that most closely aligns with your qualifications and the job description.

Yes, when reapplying, be sure to mention the specific role you applied for in the past and the name of the person you spoke with. Also, highlight the additional experiences you've gained since then, and explain how they have shaped you, making you better positioned to apply for the role(s) today.

It depends on the role for which you have applied. In most cases, the technical skills required for a particular role are clearly mentioned in the job descriptions (JDs).

Yes, you can apply if knowledge of statistical/data analysis tools is not a mandatory requirement. However, you must possess excellent data analysis skills and have at least a working knowledge of advanced MS-Excel functionalities.

Some roles, especially in Outcome Measurement, require mandatory knowledge of statistical tools such as STATA and/or R. For generalist roles, such as those in project delivery, you are required to possess analytical skills and have at least a working knowledge of advanced MS-Excel functionalities.

As the titles suggest, a Senior Programme Associate typically has more years of both overall and relevant work experience compared to a Programme Associate. The positioning of the candidate may also depend on the specific skill sets that candidates possess for the particular role.

CEGIS offers competitive salaries as per industry standards. Salary ranges are specific to individual positions and will be discussed during the recruitment process.

In cases where there are multiple locations open, we will assess your profile and try to evaluate you for your desired location.

We offer internship opportunities based on project needs and availability of mentors who can offer guidance during the internship.

To learn more about the type of reforms CEGIS is seeking to implement in states, please go through the following materials before sending in your application:

  1. Concept note on CEGIS
  2. Podcast episodes with Prof. Karthik Muralidharan – one each on education and healthcare in India.
  3. Collection of Prof. Karthik Muralidharan’s work here.
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