Program Officer

Job Posting Organization:
WJCF is an Indian non-profit organization established in 2007, dedicated to saving lives by reducing the burden of disease and strengthening government-owned, high-quality health systems. The organization operates across India, collaborating with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and State Departments of Health to build sustainable health systems. WJCF employs a diverse team of professionals from various sectors, including public health, analytics, and academia, and has a strong focus on improving health outcomes through data-driven approaches and partnerships. The organization currently supports programs in 19 states and union territories, addressing a wide range of health issues, including maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and health system strengthening.

Job Overview:
The Program Officer will play a crucial role in implementing Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, and Newborn Health (SRMNH) interventions in Madhya Pradesh. This position involves working closely with government counterparts, health facility teams, and community stakeholders to ensure effective program rollout aimed at reducing maternal mortality. The officer will focus on improving anemia management, strengthening antenatal and newborn care, and expanding access to modern contraceptive methods. The role requires coordination of field-level activities, monitoring progress against targets, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and ensuring timely reporting and documentation. The Program Officer will also contribute to designing innovative service delivery models and support capacity-building initiatives, driving data-driven decision-making through robust monitoring frameworks.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Officer will be responsible for supporting the Program Manager in planning, executing, and monitoring SRMNH interventions across districts and blocks in Madhya Pradesh. Key responsibilities include facilitating the implementation of maternal health initiatives focused on reducing anemia, preeclampsia, diabetes, and other key drivers of maternal mortality. The officer will coordinate with district and block health officials to ensure timely rollout of family planning services, antenatal and newborn care, and anemia management programs. Additionally, the officer will assist in capacity-building initiatives, including training of ASHAs, ANMs, Medical Officers, and facility staff on SRMNH protocols and service delivery models. Monitoring field-level activities, conducting supportive supervision visits, and providing real-time feedback to improve program quality and coverage are also essential duties. The officer will support documentation and reporting, facilitate stakeholder engagement, assist in piloting innovative service delivery models, ensure robust monitoring and evaluation, respond to operational challenges, mobilize community influencers, and ensure timely availability of essential commodities at facilities and community levels.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree in Public Health, Health Management, Population Studies, or a related field. A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in public health or community-based programs, particularly in maternal and newborn health, is required. Familiarity with SRMNH programs, health systems strengthening, and government health structures is essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in MS Office tools, and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are necessary for success in this role. Fluency in Hindi (speaking, reading, writing) is mandatory, and knowledge of local dialects is an advantage. Willingness to travel extensively within Madhya Pradesh is also required.

Educational Background:
The position requires a postgraduate degree in Public Health, Health Management, Population Studies, or an equivalent field. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of public health programs and the specific challenges related to maternal and newborn health.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in public health or community-based programs, with a preference for those who have worked in maternal and newborn health. Experience working with government health systems and familiarity with health systems strengthening initiatives will be advantageous. Prior exposure to maternal mortality reduction strategies, family planning programs, or anemia management is also desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in Hindi is mandatory for this position, as it is essential for effective communication with local stakeholders and communities. Knowledge of local dialects is considered an advantage, as it can enhance engagement with diverse populations in Madhya Pradesh.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and involves extensive travel within Madhya Pradesh. The Program Officer will be expected to engage with various stakeholders, including government officials, health facility teams, and community members. The role is critical in addressing maternal and newborn health challenges in one of India's high-burden states, and candidates should be prepared to work in challenging field environments. The last date to apply for this position is 28th August 2026.