Project Lead, Infection Diseases - Tuberculosis, India Country Program
PATH
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
10-12 years public health program management experience
5-6 years tb elimination program experience
Ntep guidelines and ni-kshay system knowledge
The Project Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha states to expand Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment access
Job Summary
The Project Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha states to expand Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment access.
Responsibilities include formalizing partnerships with government officials, recruiting staff, managing supply chains, and overseeing digital platform deployment for virtual TPT clinics.
The role requires extensive travel of approximately 40-50% time within Maharashtra and to Odisha for implementation, supervision, and coordination with NTEP officials.
Matching Summary
The Project Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha states to expand Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment access.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10-12 years public health program management experience
5-6 years TB elimination program experience
NTEP guidelines and Ni-kshay system knowledge
Private sector engagement and PPP models
Digital health tools and tele-consultation platforms
Fluency in English Hindi and Marathi languages
Nice-to-have
Experience with data visualization tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment
Creative leader comfortable with changing environments
Key Requirements
Postgraduate degree in Public Health or Medicine
Minimum 10-12 years experience in public health
At least 5-6 years in TB elimination programs
Direct responsibility for milestone-based deliverables