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 role involves leading the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment 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 through a digitally enabled private provider model.
Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, managing supply chains for TPT drugs, and coordinating with government officials and private healthcare providers to ensure high initiation rates.
The position requires extensive travel (40-50% time) within the states to conduct supportive supervision, data quality assurance visits, and strategic review meetings.
Matching Summary
The role involves leading the PIVOT-TPT project across Maharashtra and Odisha to expand access to Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment through a digitally enabled private provider model.
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 partnership formalization
Digital health tool deployment and tele-consultation
Fluency in English, Hindi, and Marathi languages
Nice-to-have
Experience with portable digital X-ray services
Strong data visualization and Advanced Excel skills
Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment
Experience with doorstep medicine delivery models
Proven track record of stakeholder negotiation
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 milestone-based deliverables