Senior Program Officer (SPO) - Bihar

Jhpiego; Nalanda; On-site; INR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health leader seeks a qualified Senior Program Officer for its Bihar office. This role involves managing comprehensive primary healthcare projects and ensuring effective NCD management strategies in collaboration with government and health stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's in Public Health, have 5 to 8 years of public health experience, and demonstrate strong project management skills. Proficiency in managing multiple stakeholders and knowledge of Indian health guidelines are essential. This full-time position aims to improve public health outcomes in disadvantaged communities.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in public health programs.
• Technical knowledge of health programs in high focus states.
• Familiarity with Indian health system and relevant guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive primary healthcare projects.
• Develop strategies for NCD management using PHM systems.
• Monitor implementation progress and program performance.

Skills

Project management

Health systems strengthening

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Master's in Public Health or equivalent

MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/B. Tech

Tools

Microsoft Office skills

Job description

Senior Program Officer (SPO) - Bihar role at Jhpiego

Overview

Jhpiego is a nonprofit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practice into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn to breath. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people. In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, non-communicable diseases, infectious diseases and primary healthcare. Jhpiego is committed to improving public health outcomes, with a particular focus on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes. As part of our efforts to enhance comprehensive primary care services, we are seeking a qualified and experienced individual to serve as Senior Program Officer, Bihar to provide techno-managerial support in the design, implementation and monitoring of CPHC interventions.

Responsibilities

• Work on project management related to Comprehensive primary healthcare in the intervention
• Lead the design, implementation, and demonstration of a Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) model using a Population Health Management (PHM) system in an identified setting
• Coordinate with stakeholders to establish workflows, data integration, and service delivery pathways for NCD management.
• Develop and operationalize strategies for screening, risk assessment, and management of NCDs using the PHM system.
• Monitor implementation progress, identify gaps, and ensure alignment with national and state health program guidelines.
• Use PHM data for generating insights, monitoring indicators, and preparing reports on program performance.
• Work closely with the supervisor on setting program priorities, directions, and responding to requests for technical support from state health officials.
• Represent Jhpiego at State/district meetings involving government and other development partners.
• Develop and produce documents such as situation analysis reports, assessment reports, gap analysis plans, procurement plans etc. as per the program need and local context.
• Assess public health facilities to understand readiness and identify gaps in service delivery for Hypertension / Diabetes, defining potential interventions to strengthen delivery of care.
• Strengthen supply‑chain of essential commodities including glucometer, glucose strips, and other drugs and commodities.
• Travel extensively to visit public health facilities or program sites to assess and monitor progress, extend support in addressing limitations and challenges to program implementation, identify key risks and mitigation mechanisms, and strengthen delivery of care for Hypertension / Diabetes.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support program goals.

Required Qualifications

• MBBS/ BDS/ BAMS/ BHMS/B. Tech is preferred with an essential master’s in public health (MPH), diploma in public health (DPH) or post‑graduation in health management.
• At least 5 to 8 years of experience working with government programs and systems for large‑scale public health programs, especially health systems strengthening interventions.
• Technical knowledge and experience in health programs in the high focus states of India.
• Knowledge of latest GoI NP‑NCD and CPHC program guidelines, program management structures, Program Implementation Plan (PIP) process.
• Familiarity with the Indian health system, key stakeholders, and relevant government policies/strategies—particularly Ayushman Bharat and National Health Mission.
• Demonstrable experience and competency in managing diverse objectives with government and multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Direct experience of independently liaising with government health functionaries, state level administrators and other development partners.
• Proficiency in writing technical and programmatic documents such as assessment reports, training materials, program reports etc.
• Technically proficient with up‑to‑date knowledge and skills required for the assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure.
• Microsoft Office computer skills, proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Non‑profit Organizations