Consultant, State Operations Lead, Infectious Diseases - Tuberculosis, Odisha
PATH
Koraput, Odisha, India
Fully remote
Tuberculosis preventive treatment (tpt) program management
Ntep guidelines and ni-kshay system proficiency
Private sector provider engagement and certification
This role leads the end-to-end operations of the PIVOT-TPT project in Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services
Job Summary
This role leads the end-to-end operations of the PIVOT-TPT project in Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services.
The incumbent serves as the primary interface with the State TB Cell-Odisha and district NTEP teams to formalize technical support and secure administrative buy-in.
The position requires extensive travel within Kalahandi and Koraput districts to oversee virtual clinic deployment, diagnostic services, and private provider engagement.
Matching Summary
This role leads the end-to-end operations of the PIVOT-TPT project in Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (TPT) program management
NTEP guidelines and Ni-kshay system proficiency
Private sector provider engagement and certification
Virtual TPT clinic operational oversight
Field supervision in aspirational tribal districts
Fluency in English, Hindi, and Odia languages
Nice-to-have
Experience with digital health tools and tele-consultation
Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision making
Ability to work independently in remote field settings
Proven track record in multisector partnership building
Creative problem solving for adaptive management
Key Requirements
Postgraduate degree in Public Health or Medicine
5-6 years experience in public health program management
2-3 years specific experience in TB elimination programs