Project Lead, Infection Diseases - Tuberculosis, India Country Program
PATH
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
10-12 years public health program management
5-6 years tb elimination program experience
Ntep guidelines and ni-kshay system knowledge
The role involves leading the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services through a digitally enabled private provider model
Job Summary
The role involves leading the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services through a digitally enabled private provider model.
The Project Lead will oversee recruitment, partner formalization with NTEP officials, and manage end-to-end diagnostic and drug supply logistics for household contacts of TB patients.
Candidates must possess extensive experience in public health program management, specifically within TB elimination programs, and demonstrate strong proficiency in digital health systems and data analysis.
Matching Summary
The role involves leading the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment services through a digitally enabled private provider model.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10-12 years public health program management
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
40-50% travel within Maharashtra and Odisha
Nice-to-have
Strong stakeholder negotiation skills
Data-driven decision making capabilities
Experience with milestone-based deliverables
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Self-motivated and creative leadership style
Key Requirements
Postgraduate degree in Public Health or Medicine
Minimum 10-12 years in public health program management
At least 5-6 years in TB elimination programs
Direct responsibility for budget management and team supervision
Proficiency in Advanced Excel and project management software