Advisor- Programme oversight and Stakeholder Collaboration

UN Atlas; New Delhi; Presencial; INR 2.600.000 - 4.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) in India is seeking an Advisory role to ensure compliant implementation of Tribal TB Initiative. The incumbent will align with USG rules, provide high-level technical assistance, and coordinate with MoHFW and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to strengthen TB prevention, diagnosis, and care in tribal communities.

The role requires 7–9+ years in TB/public health, with strong experience in donor engagement, reporting, and capacity-building.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of relevant TB or public health experience.
• Master’s degree with 7 years relevant experience acceptable.
• Experience with USG-funded projects, donor reporting, and compliance is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure USG rules, cooperative agreements, and financial accountability standards.
• Provide technical guidance to implementing partners on program delivery, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Develop necessary compliance tools and risk mitigation plans.
• Foster strong stakeholder engagement with the Central TB Division (MoHFW) and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
• Support capacity-building workshops for partners and contribute to proposal development and resource mobilization.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder Management

Donor Engagement

Compliance Management

Communication

Health Technology Assessment

Meeting Planning

Project Management

Public Health

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field (with 9 years experience)

Master's degree in Public Health or related field (with 7 years experience)

Descripción del empleo

Organizational context: The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) supports sustainable development, climate action, and peacebuilding globally. In India, UNOPS facilitates the National TB Elimination Programme (NELP) through the Facility and Community based service Delivery Support (FC-SDS) project, focusing on active TB case finding in tribal areas. This role supports the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership Secretariat (STBP), hosted by UNOPS, to deliver high-level technical assistance and coordination.

Job purpose: This advisory role is critical for the effective and compliant implementation of the Tribal TB Initiative within India, a country with the highest TB burden. The incumbent will ensure the project aligns with donor expectations, specifically USG regulations and cooperative agreements, while also supporting national TB control priorities and tribal welfare policies. By providing high-level technical assistance and coordination, the role aims to strengthen TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care, particularly in tribal communities. The position contributes to achieving SDG targets on TB elimination by enhancing program delivery, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and supporting capacity building and resource mobilization efforts, ultimately working towards a world free of TB.

Responsibilities: The Advisor will ensure strict adherence to USG rules, cooperative agreements, and financial accountability standards, leading the preparation and submission of high-quality donor reports. They will provide technical guidance to implementing partners on program delivery, documentation, and audit readiness, developing necessary compliance tools and risk mitigation plans. A key responsibility is fostering strong stakeholder engagement by collaborating with the Central TB Division (MoHFW) and Ministry of Tribal Affairs to align project activities with national strategies. The role also involves building partnerships with civil society organizations and academic institutions for advocacy, research, and knowledge dissemination. Furthermore, the Advisor will support capacity-building workshops for partners and contribute to proposal development and resource mobilization efforts.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, International Development, or a related field with 9 years of relevant experience is required. Alternatively, a Master's degree in a related field with 7 years of relevant experience is acceptable.

Work experience: A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience is required in managing TB projects, providing technical assistance, and strengthening health systems. Demonstrated experience with USG-funded projects, including compliance and reporting, is essential. Proven ability to collaborate with government stakeholders and experience working with tribal communities and understanding their health contexts are highly desirable.

Skills: Communication, Community Outreach, Compliance Management, Donor Engagement, Health Technology Assessment, Meeting Planning, Project Management, Stakeholder Management.

Required languages: English

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