Public Health Specialist, Aspire, Health System Strengthening (hss)
PATH
Chikkaballapura, Karnataka, India
Not specified in the job description.
Block-level implementation
Youth engagement activities
Primary healthcare system collaboration
PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist for its ASPIRE initiative focused on youth mental health in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role requires hands-on implementation and youth engagement, coordinating with various stakeholders in community and healthcare settings
Job Summary
The role combines hands-on public health implementation with youth engagement and system coordination, spending approximately 60% of time on ground delivery and 40% on district-level support.
Responsibilities include implementing ASPIRE project activities across health facilities, schools, and community platforms, coordinating with healthcare providers, and undertaking follow-up of young people receiving services.
The position requires experience working with local/block/district level government health departments and familiarity with the Indian public health system in Karnataka.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
PATH is seeking a Public Health Specialist for its ASPIRE initiative focused on youth mental health in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. The role requires hands-on implementation and youth engagement, coordinating with various stakeholders in community and healthcare settings.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Block-level implementation
Youth engagement activities
Primary healthcare system collaboration
Community and school platforms
Data management and reporting
Kannada language proficiency
Nice-to-have
Cross-departmental convergence
Digital tools utilization
Peer-led approaches
Field insights sharing
Key Requirements
Advanced degree in social work, rural development, community health, psychology, psychiatric social work, health sciences
2-3 years' experience in youth outreach and support interventions
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