Program Coordinator/Senior Program Coordinator - Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh

Jhpiego; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 4,400 - 6,900; Full time

Job summary

Jhpiego seeks a Program Coordinator/Senior Program Coordinator for its Global Health Security projects in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. The role provides programmatic and administrative support, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring smooth execution of activities, with substantial travel.

The candidate should have a relevant master’s degree with at least 3 years in programmatic or data support roles, preferably in INGO/public health settings. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant master's is essential.
• Data analytics or statistics background is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant programmatic and data support experience.
• Experience in public/development sector/INGOs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with state and district officials, health facilities and stakeholders to align with project goals.
• Assist planning and execution of project activities including training and biosafety implementation.
• Collect and manage data on outbreak responses and community surveillance; prepare regular reports.
• Coordinate logistics for trainings, field visits, and materials; manage venues and participants.
• Support community-based surveillance trainings and risk communication materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Documentation

Deadline management

Organizational skills

English communication

Hindi communication

Communications & knowledge management

MS Office

Willing to travel 70%

Education

Bachelor's in arts/ commerce/ social sciences/ social work/ public health with Masters in any relevant discipline

Diploma/Bachelors in Statistics, Computer Application, Demography or Data analytics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Program Coordinator/Senior Program Coordinator - Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh

Overview

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization and an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, dedicated to improving the health of women and families in developing countries. For over 50 years, it has focused on providing high-quality, low-cost health care solutions, training health workers, and strengthening health systems.

Jhpiego has been working in India since the 1980s in close partnership with national and state governments. With deep technical expertise and strong on-the-ground execution, Jhpiego helps design, test, and scale practical solutions and innovations that fit real-world systems across 11 thematic domains (Maternal and Newborn Health, Reproductive Health, Nutrition, Immunization, Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Human Resources for Health, TB and Infectious Diseases, Global Health Security, Women's Cancers, Non-Communicable Diseases, Digital Health).

About the Position

Jhpiego is seeking a highly motivated Program Coordinator/Senior Program Coordinator based in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh for the Global Health Security projects. The position will contribute to providing programmatic and administrative support in the implementation of project activities, supporting the Senior State Program Manager in overall coordination with stakeholders and ensuring smooth execution of activities.

Responsibilities

1. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Facilitate communication and collaboration with state and district officials, health facilities, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
   • Support the projects in organizing meetings, workshops, and training sessions, including logistical arrangements and participant coordination.
2. Program Implementation:
   • Assist in the planning and execution of project activities, such as training programs for Rapid Response Teams (RRTs), community-based surveillance enhancements, and biosafety protocol implementations.
   • Monitor the progress of activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and reporting on key performance indicators.
3. Data Management and Reporting:
   • Collect and manage data related to outbreak responses, laboratory confirmations, and community surveillance efforts.
   • Prepare regular reports in coordination with the project team and other stakeholders, ensuring data accuracy and timely submission.
4. Logistical Support:
   • Coordinate logistics for training sessions, simulations, and field visits, including venue arrangements, materials, and participant management.
   • Ensure the timely procurement and distribution of necessary resources and equipment for project activities.
5. Community Engagement:
   • Support community-based surveillance efforts and trainings of health workers on active surveillance and early outbreak detection.
   • Assist in the development and dissemination of risk communication materials to educate communities on preventing zoonotic disease spillovers.
6. Additional Duties:
   • Perform or assume other duties as assigned by the supervisor to achieve the project goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in arts/ commerce/ social sciences/ social work/ public health with Masters in any relevant discipline is essential.
• Diploma/Bachelors in Statistics, Computer Application, Demography or Data analytics will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in programmatic, administrative and data support function.
• Experience in a similar role in public/development sector/ INGOs is highly desirable

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work in a multicultural
• Attention to detail
• Ability to produce documents and coordinate activities independently
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills required
• Excellent English and Hindi communication skills
• Demonstrated skills on communications and knowledge management
• Proficiency in computer skills particularly MS Office
• Willingness and flexibility to work on a wide range of tasks and travel up to 70% of time

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR.