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Job Description
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JOB TITLE
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Admin Officer
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REPORTING TO
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Project Managers (IndiaFocus and NIHR projects)
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LOCATION
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Palasa, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh
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OPEN ENDED /
FIXED TERM (Duration)
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Fixed term ( Duration is till 30 September 2027)
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FULLTIME EQUIVALENT
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Fixed term
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CAREER STEP
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Intermediate
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About The George Institute
The George Institute for Global Health was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide, particularly underserved populations, by challenging the status quo and using innovative approaches to prevent and treat the world’s biggest killers: non-communicable diseases and injury.
With offices in Australia, China, India and the UK, our 700+ people support 245+ active projects and clinical trials across 50+ countries, with 400+ more staff across our social enterprises. We focus on the global health challenges that cause the greatest loss of life, the greatest impairment of life quality and the most substantial economic burden, particularly in resource-poor settings.
Together with our academic partners, UNSW Sydney in Australia, Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India and Imperial College London in the United Kingdom, we work with a global network of collaborators, undertaking clinical, population and health systems research.
Our experts are among the most cited globally, bestowed accolades for excellence and innovation, and regularly participate in policy fora. Our research is published in leading academic journals, referenced in policy documents, and recognised for its excellence, innovation and impact. We are designated a WHO Collaborating Centre (WHO CC) for Injury Prevention & Trauma Care, and a WHO CC for Population Salt Reduction. Since 1999, we have raised more than $1 billion for research and produced over 10,000 peer-reviewed publications and other academic outputs.
What we do
- Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
- Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
- Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
- Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship
The George Institute India
The George Institute, a wholly owned legal not-for-profit Indian research institute, has been conducting research related activities in India since 2002. The George Institute India’s mission mirrors that of the parent organization, namely the discovery and implementation of solutions to chronic and disabling health problems through research, policy development and capacity building.
A number of large-scale projects in population, health systems and clinical research, funded by a diverse group of sponsors, both public and private, are conducted in India. The George Institute India comprises two distinct operating groups: Research and Development, and Infrastructure and Resources. It has two separate offices - in Hyderabad and New Delhi, where the research staff and senior management are based.
Context and Role
The George Institute for Global Health, India, in collaboration with Imperial College London, is establishing the Global Health Research Centre (GHRC) for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Environmental Change. Funded by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), UK, the GHRC aims to become a leading center of excellence on NCDs and global environmental change in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Over a five-year period, the center will conduct research, engage with local communities, strengthen research capacity, advocate for health equity, and inform policy. One initiative of the NIHR GHRC involves developing a sustainable food systems intervention integrated with primary healthcare, focusing on enhancing dietary diversity, food and nutrition security, and reducing NCD risk.
India - Factors of CKDu in Uddanam Study (India-FOCUS) study is the Chronic Kidney Disease of UnceRtain Etiology (CKDu) in Agricultural Communities (CURE) Research Consortium, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), aims to understand the causes and progression of CKDu. In iThe consortium will enroll participants from CKDu-endemic areas in a cohort study to observe kidney function over time and study potential causative agents. The participants will be followed for at least two years to characterize CKDu clinical phenotypes and address hypotheses about risk factors and kidney function trajectories.
Both these projects operate from Kidney Research in Palasa, Srikakulam District.
Reporting Relationships
Directly reports to Project Managers of bothe the projects.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
The admin officer would be expected to:
Provide Administrative & Operational Support
- Coordinate administrative activities including office operations, logistics, and staff support.
- Manage office requirements such as procurement of requirements for the office and Guest house premises.
- Handle vendor coordination, obtain quotations, and service providers as per organizational requirements and liase with central procurement team for facilitating these purchases..
- Support travel arrangements, hotel bookings, and logistics for staff and visitors in coordination with central team.
- Assist in preparation of consultant invoices, travel claim processing, and supporting documents for accounting processes.
- Maintain petty cash, records and administrative documentation as per organizational policies.
- Support recruitment processes including coordination with Project managers, HR, and assist in onboarding new staff.
- Arrange logistics and transport during meetings, trainings, workshops, and health camps.
- Documentation of all operations and Compliances as necessary
- Manage administrative and program documentation systematically.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures in admin and data processes in coordination with central teams.
- Manage the store room and inventory records.
- Manage operations of Office Assistant and other maintenance staff. .
Support audits, reviews, and reporting requirements.
- Communication & Support
- Provide regular updates to the manager and senior team.
- Support communication between field teams, admin, and technical teams.
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the Project Manager / Director / Senior Management.
Work, Health and Safety
- Comply with GI’s Work Health and Safety Policy and related procedures, and similar policies which apply when visiting the premises of affiliates and collaborating sites.
- Promote and contribute to a safe, secure environment for staff and visitors.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Educational Qualifications
- Graduate degree (any stream) B.A. / B.Com / B.Sc. / BBA / BBM From a recognized university
- Preferred / Advantage
- MBA / PG Diploma in: Administration/HR/Office Management - Desirable
- Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience office/project administration
- Prior experience working with health programs, NGOs, research projects, or donor-funded initiatives is preferred
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and to be adaptable to changing organisational priorities and ambiguous environments;
- Well organised and efficient, with the capacity to work under pressure;
How to apply:
Interested candidates should send their resume with full contact details, current and expected CTC/salary. Clearly mentioning the job title, Admin Officer - Palasa in the subject line to hrindia@georgeinstitute.org.in by the 24th May 2026
Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.
Everyone is encouraged to apply, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, and mature-aged adults.