Consultant - Lab Assistant

Development Alternatives (DA) is a premier social enterprise pioneering sustainable development solutions since 1982. DA is committed to creating a world where everyone can live secure, healthy, and fulfilling lives in harmony with nature.

Through integrated clean technology solutions, micro-enterprise development, and collaborative institutional ecosystems, DA bridges practice and policy, working with partners to catalyze large-scale action toward sustainable livelihoods and environmental regeneration.

DA's Work Addresses The Three Interconnected Crises Of Our Time - Jobs, Resources, And Climate - Through Impact Across Three Inter-linked, Core Areas

• Livelihood Security and Inclusive Entrepreneurship - Innovative business models and institutional ecosystems to empower local entrepreneurs to create businesses that generate jobs and deliver basic needs.
• Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy - Accelerating the transition to inclusive and circular modes of production and consumption by reducing carbon and material footprints across the lifecycle of economic activity while promoting local value and wealth creation.
• Climate Resilience and Ecosystem Restoration - Helping in conserving and regenerating biodiversity, degraded ecosystems, and building resilience to climate change and extreme events in a manner that also generates prosperity.

Role Overview

The Water Quality Assistant will be responsible for collecting and preparing water samples, conducting physical, chemical, and microbiological tests using standard procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation of test results.

The role includes maintaining laboratory equipment, adhering to quality control protocols, and assisting in reporting and inventory management. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory norms

(e.g., BIS / WHO) while supporting the overall functioning and hygiene of the laboratory

Roles & Responsibilities

Eligibility Criteria

Skills Required

Water testing procedures, Quality control protocols, Physical chemical and microbiological tests