State Coordinator – CCC Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh

Cankids; Bhopal; On-site; INR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CanKids seeks a State Coordinator to lead state-level National Operations Plan activities in Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh. Translate national goals into state strategies, manage budgets, and build government partnerships to improve service delivery.

The role requires 8–12 years in program management within health/development; strong leadership, stakeholder management, and Salesforce MIS proficiency; fluency in English and Hindi is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, MHA, or MBA.
• 8–12 years of progressive program management experience in health or development sectors.
• Proven leadership and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with government entities.
• Expertise in budgeting, project planning, and end-to-end program delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; fluent in English and Hindi.
• Familiarity with MIS systems, especially Salesforce, for data tracking.
• Strategic thinker with analytical problem-solving for large programs.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Program Execution: direct planning, implementation, and monitoring of state-level activities against annual plan and budget.
• Government Relations & Partnerships: primary contact for government entities; represent organization at state forums and meetings.
• Team Management & Development: lead project managers and staff; coordinate training and evaluations.
• Data Management & Evaluation: maintain MIS dashboards (Salesforce) and coordinate impact studies and reports.
• Resource Mobilization: drive local donor engagement, CSR partnerships, and grants opportunities.
• Operational Oversight & Quality Assurance: monitor CHSUs and HAHs, oversee patient support and logistics.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Program Management

Budget Management

Communication

Salesforce

MIS Systems

English & Hindi

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

State Coordinator – CCC Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh

Founded in 2004 by Poonam Bagai, herself a cancer survivor, CanKids KidsCan, the National Society for Change For Childhood Cancer In India partners with hospitals, medical professionals, and state governments to enable access and best standards of treatment, care and support across 60 cities and 22 states of India.

Catering to childhood cancer patients from primarily underprivileged families, CanKids is present in 141 hospitals across India. Through our signature programYANA (You Are Not Alone)– CanKids provides medical, drugs & diagnostics support, accommodation through Home Away from Homes, , patient transport, blood support, nutrition & rations, education and counselling support.

In order to increaseAccess2Care, CanKids has MOUs with 8 state governments asknowledgeandtechnical partnersfor childhood cancer and 16 State Projects Across India.

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the strategic execution and oversight of state-level National Operations Plan (NOP) activities. This pivotal role is responsible for translating national program goals into actionable state-level strategies, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of objectives as defined in partner agreements. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence by managing budgets, fostering high-level government partnerships, and building a capable team. By serving as the primary liaison between the organization and state authorities, this leader will ensure seamless collaboration with healthcare facilities and government departments, ultimately enhancing service delivery and program impact across the region.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Program Execution: Direct the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all state-level activities, ensuring strict adherence to the annual operational plan, budget, and national program objectives.
  
• Government Relations & Partnerships: Act as the primary point of contact for government entities to secure approvals and facilitate collaboration with state departments and hospitals, while representing the organization at state forums, consortiums, and official meetings.
  
• Team Management & Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, social workers, and support staff, organizing training sessions, performance evaluations, and professional development initiatives to foster team growth.
  
• Data Management & Evaluation: Maintain accurate and timely program management information system (MIS) dashboards using platforms like Salesforce, coordinate research and impact assessment studies, and submit comprehensive narrative and financial reports to senior management.
  
• Resource Mobilization: Drive local donor engagement, cultivate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, and explore grant opportunities to support fundraising and volunteer initiatives.
  
• Operational Oversight & Quality Assurance: Monitor service delivery standards at Community Health Service Units (CHSUs) and Hospital Assistance Hospitals (HAH), overseeing daily operations including patient support, travel logistics, and welfare services to ensure high-quality care.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Education: A Master's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Hospital Administration (MHA), or Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
  
• Experience: 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in program management, with a strong preference for candidates from the health or development sectors.
  
• Leadership & Coordination: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate complex initiatives effectively.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven track record in managing government relations and engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
  
• Operational Expertise: Strong proficiency in project planning, budget management, and the end-to-end implementation of programs.
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to network effectively at all levels.
  
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with MIS systems, particularly Salesforce, for data tracking and reporting.
  
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both English and Hindi; proficiency in regional languages is highly desirable.
  
• Strategic vision for program leadership
  
• Expertise in government and stakeholder engagement
  
• Talent development and team building
  
• Analytical thinking and complex problem-solving
  
• Financial and operational management
  
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication effectiveness
  
• Successful implementation of program activities within the assigned state, aligned with the CCC framework.
  
• Establishment of fully functional CHSU and HAH units delivering high-quality services.
  
• Strengthened collaborative partnerships with government bodies and healthcare institutions.
  
• Enhanced capacity building for internal teams and external stakeholders.
  
• Implementation of a robust MIS and reporting infrastructure.
  
• Increased organizational visibility, community engagement, and resource mobilization at the state level.