Public Health Specialist, Aspire, Health System Strengthening (hss)
Pflaghoco
Chikkaballapura, Karnataka, India
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Block-level implementation
Youth engagement
Stakeholder coordination
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PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist to lead the implementation of its ASPIRE youth mental health initiative in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role involves engaging with community stakeholders and health systems to enhance mental health services for adolescents and requires fluency in Kannada.
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Job Summary
Lead block-level implementation of the ASPIRE project in assigned taluks of Chikkaballapura district, focusing on youth mental health.
Spend approximately 60% of time on-ground delivery across health facilities, schools, and community platforms, and 40% supporting district-level data management and coordination.
Collaborate with frontline providers and block/district-level officials across Health, Education, and Women & Child Development departments.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist to lead the implementation of its ASPIRE youth mental health initiative in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role involves engaging with community stakeholders and health systems to enhance mental health services for adolescents and requires fluency in Kannada.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Block-level implementation
Youth engagement
Stakeholder coordination
Primary healthcare systems
Kannada language proficiency
Nice-to-have
Digital tools
Peer-led approaches
Cross-departmental collaboration
Field-driven approach
Key Requirements
2-3 years' experience
Advanced degree in social work, rural development, community health, psychology, psychiatric social work, health sciences
Demonstrated skills in youth outreach and support interventions
Experience with local/block/district level government health department
Technical knowledge of youth and health programs in Karnataka
Familiarity with Indian public health system at local level