Applications Invited for Pehal Fellowship

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About the Organization

Anhad operates under the Karma Healthcare Trust and emphasizes preventive, promotive, curative, and referral services to improve health outcomes in underserved areas.

Our mission is to reduce gaps in rural healthcare using technology to provide care that is Accessible, Equitable, Integrated and Evidence-based.

Our Values: Ensuring equitable healthcare services to rural communities in India through comprehensive primary healthcare services, including telemedicine and on-ground interventions.

About the Fellowship

India is full of young people with sharp minds and big ambitions. But very few platforms allow them to apply their skills to real-world problems. Rural healthcare challenges are complex, layered, and deeply human; they can’t be solved from behind a desk. To bridge this gap and empower young leaders to create real impact, The system needs a new PEHAL.

Pehal is an 18-month fellowship by Anhad India and IIM Udaipur’s Centre for Healthcare, developing young leaders to strengthen rural primary healthcare.

Fellows gain:

• On-ground experience in healthcare delivery and community systems.
• Leadership training from IIM Udaipur experts.
• Opportunities to implement impactful healthcare solutions.

Pehal empowers youth to lead change and improve healthcare access in underserved communities.

Step forward. Lead the change in India’s primary healthcare ecosystem.

Objectives

For Sector/ Community

• Improved access to quality primary healthcare in rural areas.
• Prepare health leaders who understand communityspecific challenges and cultural nuances.

For Pehal Fellows

• Hands-on experience in rural healthcare with structured learning.
• Opportunity to build a purpose-driven career and leadership skills.

For Anhad India

• Access motivated, and highly talented fellows who will work at the grassroots to implement and strengthen on-ground healthcare initiatives.
• Implement innovations and effective operational models to enhance center performance, efficiency, and healthcare outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage P&L for 5–6 centers To ensure operational efficiency, cost optimization, and financial sustainability.
• Operations Management Manage day-to-day center operations, covering staffing, outreach, and field coordination — to ensure seamless functioning.
• Program Innovation & Problem-Solving Drive data-driven solutions to bridge delivery gaps and enhance healthcare quality.
• Efficiency Improvement Implement improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, improve centre performance, and strengthen healthcare outcomes.

Eligibility

• Commitment Required Willingness to live and work in rural communities for the duration of the fellowship.
• Educational Background Graduate from a reputed institute in any field, with strong academic performance.
• Language Proficiency Fluency in Hindi is mandatory for effective communication with local communities/stakeholders.
• Perfect Fit Individuals aged 21–26 seeking practical experience in rural healthcare & community leadership.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 21 to 26 years old with 0–3 years of work experience, coming from any academic stream, preferably from a reputed institution.
• Currently working or have recently worked with a reputed organization and bring a disciplined, professional approach to work.
• Looking to pursue higher education (India or abroad) or transition into the public health/development sector.
• Comfortable communicating in Hindi and motivated to engage closely with field teams and local communities.
• Ready to live full-time in the designated project zone for 18 months and prepared for regular field travel as part of your role.
• Demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and strong teamwork skills, especially in dynamic, on-ground environments.

How to Apply

Application Apply by Nov. 30, 2025

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