Program Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI operates in over 40 countries and has a diverse team of enthusiastic individuals committed to improving health systems. The organization initially focused on the HIV/AIDS epidemic but has since expanded its mission to include a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases like COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases such as cancer and diabetes. CHAI collaborates with governments and the private sector to create sustainable health solutions and maximize impact at scale, ensuring that programs are designed for national implementation and that learnings are shared globally.

Job Overview:
The Program Officer position at WJCF, affiliated with CHAI, is focused on providing technical support to the National Centre for Vector Borne Disease Control (NCVBDC) in India. The role involves strengthening program management, particularly in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), to facilitate data-driven decision-making. The Program Officer will leverage multiple data sources and field insights to deliver critical program insights, support data collation, analysis, and visualization, and identify innovative approaches to achieve malaria elimination goals. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders and reporting to the Head of the Malaria Department at NCVBDC and the TSU team lead at WJCF.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Officer will be responsible for consolidating, cleaning, and conducting multi-dimensional analysis on programmatic data to provide insights for informed decision-making at NCVBDC. They will assess the existing surveillance framework, identify gaps, and suggest improvements. The role includes developing and managing a surveillance data quality assurance framework, creating dashboards and decision support tools, and communicating key findings through technical briefs and fact sheets. The Program Officer will document program progress, undertake visits to states and districts to address challenges, and work closely with the malaria team to align priorities and manage stakeholder relationships. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, economics, sociology, or related fields, with at least 6 years of professional experience, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience. Professional experience in a demanding private sector environment, such as strategy consulting or public sector advisory, is required. Candidates should have experience in M&E, data analytics, and dashboard development for multilateral funded projects, along with high proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong organizational abilities, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are essential.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in relevant fields such as public health, epidemiology, economics, or sociology. The position demands a solid foundation in these areas to effectively analyze data and support program management.

Experience:
The position requires at least 6 years of professional experience in relevant fields, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience. Candidates should have experience in a demanding private sector environment, particularly in roles related to strategy consulting, market research, or public sector advisory. Experience with monitoring and evaluation, data analytics, and dashboard development for multilateral funded projects is also essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and oral communication skills required. Proficiency in additional languages may be beneficial but is not specified as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may require frequent travel (approximately 30-50% of the time) across the region. The role is embedded within the NCVBDC and is part of a technical support unit aimed at accelerating malaria elimination efforts. The last date to apply for this position is 22nd July, 2026.