Program Officer- Maternal Health (Consultant)

Scope of Work (SOW)

Program Officer

National Technical Support Unit (NTSU)- FP & MH

Position Title: Program Officer- Maternal Health (Consultant)

Organization: Family Planning Association of India (FPA India)

Location: New Delhi, RK Puram, New Delhi

Last date of receiving application: March 18, 2025

Background:

Family Planning Association of India (FPA India) is a social impact organisation delivering essential health services focusing on sexual and reproductive health in 18 states of India. Established in 1949, FPA India has seven decades of experience in the field of sexual and reproductive health. It works in close partnerships with central and state governments, NGOs and national and international funding agencies. FPA India touches over 30 million lives annually and endeavours to make a deeper impact with a wider reach. It has successfully implemented various initiatives with support from development partners and donors over the years.

Headquartered in Mumbai, FPA India has 44 Branches/Projects, with 41 Static Clinics, and outreach programmes spread across 18 States, including the State of Jharkhand. Over 3,000 policy-level volunteers and 1,000 FPA India Staff receive support from over one lakh community members of local volunteer groups including Self Help Groups. It works in close partnerships with central and state governments, NGOs, UN agencies, and national and international funding agencies.

Family Planning Association of India (FPA India) is looking forward to engage a Consultant- Program Officer to work with the Maternal Health (MH) Division of MoHFW, GoI in the endeavour to strengthen the National Programs under the National Health Mission (NHM), especially focusing on the components of MH. The proposed position requires a consultant with a diverse set of experience and skill set, to provide high-level support to the MH Division of MoHFW, GoI. The Consultant will work under the direct supervision of Management Lead, FPAI National Technical Support Unit (FPAI NTSU).

Job Profile:

FPAI is seeking a skilled and experienced Program Officer to join the dynamic team of NTSU-FP-MH with a focus on MH components. As a Program Officer, the consultant will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and overseeing initiatives and programs focused on improving MH Services. Consultant will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including Ministry, Healthcare Professionals, Policymakers, and Community Leaders, to ensure the successful execution of programs aimed at MH services. The expertise in program management, strategic planning, and knowledge of MH issues will be vital in improving the overall efficiency and impact of the MH Programs being implemented by MoHFW, GoI.

The position will be engaged on a consultancy basis and will work closely with the national, state and district level teams of MoHFW and will also work closely with all the development partners and relevant stakeholders working on MH to co-design solutions that would encourage clients with unmet needs for availing MH services and thus, ultimately improve access and availability of MH services across Indian States/Union Territories (UTs).

The position will be based in New Delhi and will require extensive travel to field locations in several states, as required.

Location:

The position will be based in New Delhi and will require extensive travel to states, as required.

Key Responsibilities:

The responsibilities/deliverables that need to be carried out by Program Officer, National Technical Support Unit are as follows:

1. Provide technical support in the implementation of programs under the National Health Mission (NHM) focusing on MH.
2. Liaison with the government, technical partners, development partners, technical experts, and other relevant stakeholders for effective alignment of program strategies and priorities, as and when required.
3. Conduct supportive supervision visits (SSVs) to the states for strengthening the program components, monitoring the ongoing activities, and providing handholding support.
4. Work in close coordination with the MH Division, MoHFW, GoI to provide technical and programmatic support in the implementation of national programs on MH.
5. Develop and produce documents like situation analysis reports, assessment reports, success stories, gap analysis plans, procurement plans etc. to capture the results/lessons/experiences of the program and ensure that the program reports capture the outcomes of the programs being implemented.
6. Create visually appealing and informative materials, such as infographics, fact sheets, and presentations, to communicate program outcomes and impact.
7. Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and events to promote MH programs and initiatives, if required.
8. Support the states in the development of annual National Health Mission’s (NHM) Program Implementation Plans (PIP) for various MH interventions, as per the priorities and guidance of the MH Division MoHFW, GoI.
9. Support the states in strengthening and expanding the community- based MH activities in coordination with stakeholders like ANMs, ASHAs, ASHA Nodal Officers, and Counsellors.
10. Collaborate with partners to coordinate efforts, leverage resources, and maximize the impact of interventions.
11. Support in the development and updating of guidelines, TORs, templates, formats, and other related materials along with the guidance document related to MH programs for respective States.
12. Coordinate regular meetings of key strategic stakeholders & assist in inter-sectoral coordination for effective implementation of the national MH programmes.
13. Support in the finalization of reports for MoHFW and Donors.
14. Reporting and documentation of various meetings/training programs/events/SSVs or any other program in which NTSU is involved.
15. Any other support as and when required by FPAI NTSU/MoHFW.

Required Qualification and Skills:

• Postgraduate in Public Health/Community Medicine/Health Management /Hospital Management /Public Health Informatics /other relevant sectors.
• Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS)/AYUSH will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience of 05- 07 years working in similar roles, preferably in the development sector with a focus on maternal health/reproductive health.
• Relevant work experience in programmatic and data support functions will be an added advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into accessible content for various audiences in English and Hindi.
• Prior working experience with Government will be an added advantage.

Remuneration:

Commensurate with experience and qualification.

Application Process:

• Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format of FPAI (attached) within 07 days by email to: ntsu-fp-mh@fpaindia.org stating the Job Title in the Subject line. Only applications received in the prescribed format will be valid and accepted.
• FPA India will only contact and give feedback to candidates who are shortlisted.
• FPA India being a national-level organization in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health, with international network relationships, provides the best opportunity for personal growth and a healthy work atmosphere. More details are available on our website: www.fpaindia.org 
• FPA India provides equal opportunity to all without any discrimination.
• FPA India is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This position may involve interaction with these groups.

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