State Implementation Lead
- Company
TB Alert India
- Location
Haryana Panchkula
- Employment Type
Full-Time
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Functional Category
Programme Management & Implementation
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Experience
8 - 9 years
- Date Posted
07-Sep-2025
- Application Deadline
15-Sep-2025
About TB Alert India
TB Alert India (TBAI), the Indian arm of TB Alert UK works to the vision of a ‘TB Free India’. It aims to prevent morbidity and mortality associated with TB by providing holistic TB care i.e. addressing psycho-social and economic aspects which affect uptake of TB testing and treatment. Transparency, quality consciousness, responsiveness and integrity are the key values and guiding principles of TBAI. TBAI has a clear strategic approach to: 1. Increase access to information about TB, TB testing and TB treatment; 2. Work with service providers, disease affected people and communities; 3. Build the capacities of local communities and other stakeholders to tackle TB; 4. Integrate TB management approaches with that of other infections such as Diabetes and HIV/TB and into other social development themes; 5. Address social determinants of TB i.e. poverty, malnourishment and economic support. Over 15 years of work towards fighting TB, TBAI has addressed a wide range of essential issues. TBAI has implemented projects which focus on four key aspects: 1. Create awareness and facilitating TB testing; 2. Treatment Adherence; 3. Sustainable engagement of key stakeholders who directly or indirectly influence the response to TB; 4. Building capacities of stakeholders and communities for greater involvement in the fight against TB. TBAI is aided in its work by a diverse funding base that includes multilateral, bilateral, corporate and other donors and a strong team of frontline workers. TBAI is working at present in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Delhi in India. TBAI has served as the Civil Society Representative (CSR) for TB on India’s Country Coordination Mechanism (CCM) from 2012 to 2015.
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Overview of the Role
The State Project Lead will oversee state-level implementation of Global Fund–supported TB interventions, serving as the primary representative of TB Alert India. The role includes managing operations and supervising project teams, coordinating with government and community stakeholders, and ensuring effective community engagement. The Lead will provide technical support for scaling PRI and TB Mukt Grama Panchayat initiatives, ensure alignment with national/state TB policies, and oversee budget, reporting, and quality assurance. Regular field visits and advocacy at state/district forums are integral to this role.
Job Description
• Function as Point person for the project in the state on behalf of TB Alert India.
• Function as Head of Operations team for the project in the state to implement the project and directly supervise the team, which includes management, administrative and field staff.
• Engage with key stakeholders who include NTEP and other representatives at State and District level and other stakeholders at community level.
• Represent TB Alert India in any key state/district level TB meetings/Trainings.
• Coordinate with State and District level project staff: PRI and TBC Engagement District Leads and Community coordinators, other project staff.
• Coordinate logistic support for state level meetings and supervisory visits from the PR.
Project Management:
• Oversee the overall project management for the TB Alert India, THE GLOBAL FUND project interventions such as TBC engagement and TB Mukt Grama Panchayat within the specified timeframe.
• Develop and implement project plans, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Facilitate community engagement strategies, ensuring that the project meets the needs and expectations of the local communities.
• Provide technical support to the state for scaling up the PRI initiatives and the community engagement initiatives across the state and ensure the same is included in the PIP of the state.
Strategic Networking:
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, community groups, and other partners.
• Foster collaborations that enhance the project's impact and sustainability.
Monitoring and Supervision:
• Establish robust monitoring and supervision mechanisms to track project activities and outcomes.
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• At least one travel to the implementation districts in a month, 2-4 days, for handholding and supportive supervision.
Establishing Linkages:
• Create and strengthen linkages with key entities involved in healthcare, TB control, and related fields.
• Facilitate collaboration between the project and existing health systems.
Stakeholder Engagement:
• Engage with stakeholders at various levels, including state-level health departments, healthcare professionals, PRI bodies and community representatives.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration for the successful implementation of project activities.
Capacity Building:
• Identify capacity-building needs within the state team and address them accordingly.
• Support training programs for state-level healthcare professionals and project staff.
Advocacy and Representation:
• Advocate for the project's goals and objectives at state-level forums and meetings.
• Represent the project in relevant discussions and decision-making processes.
Budget Oversight:
• Work with the project budget, ensuring responsible and efficient allocation of resources.
• Monitor financial expenditures and adherence to budgetary constraints.
Reporting:
• Prepare and submit regular reports on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Provide updates to Program Manager and the PR as required.
Quality Assurance:
• Implement quality assurance measures to ensure the effectiveness and impact of project activities.
• Regularly assess and refine project strategies to meet evolving needs.
Risk Management:
• Identify potential risks to project implementation and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
Policy Alignment:
• Ensure that project activities align with national and state-level policies and guidelines related to TB control and healthcare.
Required & Preferred Qualifications
Skill
• Proven leadership skills encompassing team management, robust interpersonal and team-building capabilities, expertise in project management and planning, along with strong organizational skills that require efficient task and time management.
• Experience in managing, designing, implementing, and evaluating national-level projects.
• Technical/clinical expertise and/or program management skills in health-related projects, with a strong preference for candidates with experience integrating the two.
• Requiring a solid understanding of the Indian healthcare system, current health sector initiatives, and relevant government policies/strategies, specifically within the field of tuberculosis.
• Strong preference for candidates with expertise/experience in health systems strengthening and integrated health service delivery.
• Proven ability to write technical reports and program documents and deliver presentations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and the ability to communicate cross-culturally.
Education
Advanced master's degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Program Management, Rural Development, or Public Health
Experience
More than 8 years of experience in a key position managing health programs, social development programs, rural development – PRI programs, and commendable experience in leading state/multi-state projects. Working experience in The Global Fund funded projects is desirable.