[Job Opportunity] Technical Advisor and Research Coordinator | India

GAHP is seeking an experienced technical professional to provide technical advice, research coordination and strategic oversight for the Lead in Food project in India. The consultant will work with government agencies, research institutions, field teams and the project team to support effective implementation and delivery of the project’s scientific objectives.

1. Location: India/Remote

2. Duration: 12 months (1 September 2026 – 31 August 2027)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and strategic oversight of government engagement, research and field activities.

• Develop and support government engagement and research coordination strategies with project partners.

• Engage with government agencies and research institutions to facilitate project implementation.

• Coordinate and provide technical support to field teams undertaking sampling and related activities.

• Support coordination in reviewing and evaluating c analysis results.

• Monitor progress, identify challenges and recommend corrective actions to maintain focus on project objectives.

• Prepare concise technical updates and summaries for the Principal Investigator, GAHP and donor reporting, as required.

• Participate in regular project coordination meetings and undertake other related activities as agreed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Substantial professional experience in environmental health, public health, toxicology, environmental science, food safety, lead exposure or a related field.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating research or field-based projects involving multiple stakeholders.

• Experience working with government agencies and research institutions in India.

• Strong technical, analytical, coordination and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively across institutions and disciplines.

• Excellent written and spoken English.

• Travel: Travel may be required; approved travel expenses will be reimbursed separately.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in the consultancy, please send the following to secretariat@gahp.org no later than 28 August 2026:

• A CV of no more than three pages, including references.

• A brief statement (maximum half a page) explaining why you are well-suited to the role and meet the required criteria.

• Two concrete examples of previous experience demonstrating relevant achievements, particularly in research coordination, government engagement or technical oversight.

• Your salary/fee expectations.

*Please indicate “Technical Advisor and Research Coordinator – India” in the subject line of your email.