Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
WJCF (Welfare and Justice for Communities Foundation) is an Indian non-profit organization established in 200
Job Overview:
The Program Officer will be a key member of the Program Management Unit (PMU) for the Malaria Mukt Gadchiroli Abhiyan, a comprehensive initiative aimed at eliminating malaria in Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. This role focuses on strengthening evidence-based decision-making and monitoring through effective management of surveillance data. The Program Officer will be responsible for cleaning, analyzing, and validating data from various health surveillance platforms, generating analytics, and developing real-time visualization tools. The position requires close collaboration with the project manager and district team to create interactive dashboards, prepare performance reports, and support the design and implementation of the Early Warning Alert and Response System (EWARS). Additionally, the Program Officer will contribute to operational research and the creation of data-driven content for program reviews and donor reports, ensuring that the project aligns with national health priorities and international best practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, or Public Health. A Master’s degree in one of these areas is preferred and may enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in program analytics or monitoring and evaluation. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with health data and analytics, demonstrating their ability to manage and interpret complex datasets effectively.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory. Working knowledge of Marathi is desirable, as it will facilitate communication and collaboration with local stakeholders and community members.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, and is part of a three-year initiative aimed at malaria elimination. The role is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies and non-profit organizations. The Program Officer will be expected to engage actively with the community and contribute to the overall success of the Malaria Mukt Gadchiroli project.
WJCF (Welfare and Justice for Communities Foundation) is an Indian non-profit organization established in 200
- The organization is dedicated to saving lives by reducing the burden of disease and strengthening government-owned, high-quality health systems across India. WJCF operates in 19 states and union territories, employing a diverse team of professionals from various sectors including public health, analytics, consulting, and academia. The organization collaborates with both international and domestic partners, including the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), to advance its mission of improving health outcomes for the people of India. WJCF's work is characterized by a strong commitment to government partnerships, data-driven approaches, and a deep understanding of India's health system architecture and policy landscape.
Job Overview:
The Program Officer will be a key member of the Program Management Unit (PMU) for the Malaria Mukt Gadchiroli Abhiyan, a comprehensive initiative aimed at eliminating malaria in Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. This role focuses on strengthening evidence-based decision-making and monitoring through effective management of surveillance data. The Program Officer will be responsible for cleaning, analyzing, and validating data from various health surveillance platforms, generating analytics, and developing real-time visualization tools. The position requires close collaboration with the project manager and district team to create interactive dashboards, prepare performance reports, and support the design and implementation of the Early Warning Alert and Response System (EWARS). Additionally, the Program Officer will contribute to operational research and the creation of data-driven content for program reviews and donor reports, ensuring that the project aligns with national health priorities and international best practices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean, analyze, and validate data from health surveillance platforms such as IHIP, DVDMS, and LLIN tracking systems.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track district and block-level performance indicators.
- Support the design and roll-out of the Early Warning Alert and Response System (EWARS) and alert response systems.
- Generate data summaries, fact sheets, and scorecards for monthly and quarterly reviews, contributing to operational research efforts.
- Train field and facility staff in data entry, data quality assurance, and interpretation for actionable insights.
- Provide inputs for donor reports, program learning documents, and technical presentations, ensuring clarity and accuracy in data representation.
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Public Health, or a relevant field.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in program analytics or monitoring and evaluation roles.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar software.
- Experience with health surveillance platforms like IHIP and DVDMS is desirable.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present data visually and narratively.
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, or Public Health. A Master’s degree in one of these areas is preferred and may enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in program analytics or monitoring and evaluation. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with health data and analytics, demonstrating their ability to manage and interpret complex datasets effectively.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory. Working knowledge of Marathi is desirable, as it will facilitate communication and collaboration with local stakeholders and community members.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, and is part of a three-year initiative aimed at malaria elimination. The role is full-time and involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies and non-profit organizations. The Program Officer will be expected to engage actively with the community and contribute to the overall success of the Malaria Mukt Gadchiroli project.
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