Consultant Public Health Specialist Technical Support Unit

program for appropriate technology in health; New Delhi; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PATH is seeking a Consultant – Senior Public Health Specialist to guide the metropolitan disease surveillance program under PM-ABHIM. Duty location: National Centre for Disease Control, Delhi, with national scope and multi-partner coordination.

You will design and refine surveillance strategies, mentor health professionals, prepare technical reports, and engage with government, WHO, and CDC partners to ensure sustainable implementation.

Qualifications

• MBBS, BDS, BAMS or BHMS with master’s/public health degree or epidemiology training.
• Minimum 7 years of professional public health experience, strong in disease surveillance.
• Experience leading disease surveillance projects at national or state level.
• Knowledge of AMR, infectious diseases and urban health infrastructure.
• Experience with national/state health agencies and partners (WHO, CDC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide design, implementation and scaling of metropolitan disease surveillance programs.
• Work with health authorities to align with national priorities and best practices.
• Identify enablers and barriers; develop strategic solutions for implementation.
• Conduct implementation research and prepare policy briefs for scale-up.
• Engage private sector to strengthen surveillance efforts and partnerships.
• Coordinate with government and donors to ensure multi-sectoral approaches.

Skills

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Stakeholder engagement

Health systems knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BHMS / MPH / Diploma in Public Health / Epidemiology

Tools

Web-based research tools

Job description

Job Description

PATH is a global nonprofit advancing health innovations for the people who need them most. With 50 years of experience, a global team of experts, and trusted partnerships spanning 70+ countries, PATH turns breakthroughs into better health for millions every single year.

About the Project

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has launched a dedicated Metropolitan Disease Surveillance Strengthening component under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), covering 20 cities across India. Supported by the World Bank through Transforming India’s Public Health Systems for Pandemic Preparedness Program (PHSPP), PATH has been selected as a key partner by the World Bank in setting up a Technical Support Unit (TSU) to provide expert guidance on this initiative. The TSU will offer technical backstopping and strategic direction during the initial two years of the program, leveraging global experience and best practices. The primary objective is to facilitate the design and implementation of the metropolitan disease surveillance program, address operational challenges, and share insights and innovations as global public goods.

Position Overview

The Consultant – Senior Public Health Specialist will play a critical role within the TSU, guiding the strategic implementation, monitoring, and refinement of the metropolitan disease surveillance program. This individual will work closely with national health authorities and stakeholders to ensure the program's success and sustainability.

Duty Location: National Centre for Disease Control, Delhi

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on the design, implementation, and scaling up of the Metropolitan Disease Surveillance program, ensuring alignment with national health priorities and international best practices.
• Work closely with the Senior Public Health Specialist and support the development and operationalization of surveillance strategies, frameworks, and tools to enhance metropolitan disease surveillance capabilities.
• Identify key enablers and barriers to the successful implementation of the program and propose strategic solutions for overcoming challenges.
• Conduct implementation research, capturing and documenting innovations and best practices, and preparing policy briefs for scaling successful interventions.
• Private sector engagement and partnership opportunities to strengthen metropolitan disease surveillance efforts.
• Develop recommendations for long-term sustainability of MSUs and private sector engagement.
• Coordinate with government counterparts, development partners, and technical agencies to ensure integrated and multi-sectoral approaches to surveillance.
• Geospatial Epidemiology: Study and provide expertise on geospatial epidemiology tools and their application in predicting disease outbreaks and identifying vulnerable populations.
• Contribute to capacity-building efforts, including training and mentoring of relevant health professionals at national and state levels to enhance surveillance and response systems.
• Prepare and present technical reports, policy briefs, and documentation of key program milestones to the NCDC, the World Bank, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, master’s degree in public health / Diploma in Public Health / Epidemiology
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in public health, with a strong focus on disease surveillance, public health systems, and program implementation at the national or state level.
  • At least 3- 5 years of hands‑on experience in disease surveillance projects, with a proven track record of leading and managing public health initiatives.
• Sector Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of disease surveillance systems, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), infectious diseases, and public health infrastructure, particularly in urban settings.
• Partnerships: Experience collaborating with national and state health agencies, including NCDC, and IDSP, as well as technical partners such as WHO and CDC, is preferred.

Essential Skills

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines efficiently.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with web‑based research tools.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with government counterparts, donors, and development partners at both national and state levels.
• Health Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with the Indian health system, particularly disease surveillance initiatives such as IHIP, IDSP, and key national programs like NHM, Ayushman Bharat, PM‑ABHIM, and the XV‑FC.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time for program‑related activities.

The candidate must have legal authorization to work in India.