Public Health Specialist, Aspire, Health System Strengthening (hss)

PATH

Chikkaballapura, Karnataka, India
Onsite (location: chikkaballapura district, karnataka)
Block-level implementation
Youth engagement
Government systems collaboration
PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist to lead the implementation of its youth mental health initiative, ASPIRE, in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role involves hands-on public health work, youth engagement, and coordination with various stakeholders to improve mental health outcomes for adolescents

Job Summary

  • The Public Health Specialist will lead block-level implementation of the ASPIRE project, focusing on improving mental health outcomes among adolescents and young people.
  • Responsibilities include on-ground delivery across health facilities, schools, and community platforms, alongside district-level data management and stakeholder coordination.
  • The role requires collaboration with frontline providers and government officials across Health, Education, and Women & Child Development departments in Karnataka.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist to lead the implementation of its youth mental health initiative, ASPIRE, in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role involves hands-on public health work, youth engagement, and coordination with various stakeholders to improve mental health outcomes for adolescents.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Block-level implementation
  • Youth engagement
  • Government systems collaboration
  • Kannada language proficiency
  • Field-driven implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Digital tools utilization
  • Peer-led approaches
  • Multisector partnerships
  • Advocacy expertise

Key Requirements

  • 2-3 years' experience
  • Advanced degree in social work, rural development, community health, psychology, psychiatric social work, or health sciences
  • Experience with local/block/district level government health departments
  • Technical knowledge of youth and health programs in Karnataka
  • Familiarity with Indian public health system at local level

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