Job Description

The Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) is working towards building a healthier India. It is helping to address the limited institutional and systems capacity in India by strengthening education and training, advancing research and technology and facilitating policy and practice in the area of Public Health. PHFI is headquartered in New Delhi with national presence through its constituent units of regional Indian Institutes of Public Health (IIPHs) and Centers of Applied Research in core public health themes. The Foundation, established in 2006 as a public private initiative, is governed by an independent board comprising of senior government officials, eminent Indian and International academic and leaders, civil society representatives and corporate leaders. For more information, please visit the website .Project Brief:This Position will oversee the Capacity Building for Health Systems Design in India project. This project focuses on enhancing the capabilities of researchers and policymakers in health systems analysis and reform through comprehensive training and mentorship programs. This Position will lead efforts to strengthen health systems by coordinating training programs, facilitating mentorship sessions, and managing state-level practicum projects. This role requires close collaboration with PHFI and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to achieve project objectives effectively.Deliverables:

• Lead the administrative organization of training courses, including faculty coordination and communication, schedule meetings, stakeholder management and coordination.
• Coordinate and facilitate mentorship sessions for core groups of individuals from different Indian institutions.
• Ensure continuous engagement of the cohort through training and practicum experiences.
• Oversee the logistical side of state-level practicum projects.
• Support the technical work of PHFI in health systems (Academics and short-term trainings).
• Develop and implement a work plan for recruiting participants, selecting mentees, and providing continuous engagement for the cohort.
• Prepare and submit reports on training sessions and progress of practicum projects.
• Liaise with the staff at PHFI (Research & implementation teams), and with course faculty.
• Work with internal teams, and with colleagues in various verticals.
• Documentation of project activities and preparation of donor reports, technical reports, policy briefs etc.
• Ensure institutionalization of tasks through regular data documentation and management (Frequency: Weekly)
• Prepare donor reports, spending details, and comparative analysis (Frequency: Monthly)
• Travel as required.
• Any other tasks assigned by Supervisor/PI.

Qualification:Essential:

• Master's in Public Health, Epidemiology, Public Health Systems or related discipline

Desirable:

• Certification in Project Management or Heath Economics

Experience:Essential:

• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in research, project management or related fields.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in related health systems support roles

Process to Apply:Interested and eligible candidates may send their updated CV to and fill the application form- . Please mention the exact Position Code (PHFI-CNST-551) in the email subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 20 June 2024.Remarks:

• Candidates are requested to refer PHFI website for position description & process for applying. Please note only those applications will be considered which are received as per instruction written on PHFI website.
• Candidates should have an excellent academic record, good communication skills, a commitment to high quality graduate / post-graduate education.
• Mere eligibility will not entitle any candidate for being called for interview.
• Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government Organization or Educational Institutions in India must apply through proper channel.
• PHFI reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all available positions.
• The requirements of minimum qualification and/or experience may be relaxed in the case of candidates with outstanding credentials.
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding any delays, conduct & result of interview and reasons for not being called for interview.
• Please note that consultancy fees will commensurate with available skills and fitment of the incumbent as per the selection process.

PHFI reserves the sole right to alter/modify/cancel the entire selection process or the position or the vacancy or to disqualify any candidature at any stage of the selection process.Women are encouraged to apply!ShareCode: PHFI-CNST-551Location: Delhi/NCRCategory: ConsultantDuration of Position: 09 months (Further extendable based upon performance/requirement)Number of Positions: 1Last Date: June 20, 2024Search JobsDonate to a Healthier India : Collective effort is required to address the public health challenges we face today. Partner with PHFI and support initiatives to strengthen public health initiatives in India.If you are looking for something specific and unable to find it; please email#PublicHealthForIndiaWORKING TOWARDS A HEALTHIER INDIAPHFI is helping to build institutional and systems capacity in India for strengthening education, training, research and policy development in the area of Public Health.

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